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Samyang AF 24mm F2.8 FE E Mount Review

Samyang AF 24mm F2.8 FE

Main Features

  • 24mm Focal Range
  • F2.8 Max Aperture
  • Filter Thread: 49mm
  • Max Format: 35mm FF
  • Sony E Mount
  • Weight: 93g / 0.20 lb
  • Dimensions(øxL): 61mm x 37mm
  • Min Focus Distance: 0.24m
  • Max Magnification: 0.13x
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Samyang AF 24mm F2.8 FE Overview


Samyang AF 24mm F2.8 FE is a Fixed aperture Auto Focus (AF) Wideangle Prime lens with 35mm FF max sensor coverage, and it is designed to be used with E Mount cameras.

What type of photography is the Samyang AF 24mm F2.8 FE lens good for?

The type of photography that you are planning to use the Samyang AF 24mm F2.8 FE is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated its suitability to various photography scenarios:

Photography Type Suitability
Bird/WildlifePoor
SportsPoor
PortraitFair
TravelAverage
StreetExcellent
WeddingFair
Walk AroundAverage
VloggingVery Good
LandscapeGood
MacroPoor

Lenses in Sony E Mount with Same Focal and Aperture Range
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Sony FE 24mm F2.8 G Lens Sony FE 24mm F2.8 G
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35mm FF 162gr AF Amazon B&H Photo
Tamron 24mm F2.8 Di III OSD M1-2 Lens Tamron 24mm F2.8 Di III OSD M1-2
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35mm FF 215gr AF Amazon B&H Photo

Reasons to Buy Samyang AF 24mm F2.8 FE Lens

Here we've included a summary of the advantages and disadvantages of the Samyang AF 24mm F2.8 FE lens in a list form to help you determine whether it offers the features you need.

PROs
Autofocus
Covers Full-Frame Sensor
Minimum focus distance of 0.24m / 9.4 inch
Light weight at only 93g / 3.3 oz
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CONs
No Weather Sealing


Lens Mount

Samyang AF 24mm F2.8 FE is compatible with cameras that have a Sony E lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Sony E lenses are Sony A9 III, Sony A7C Mark II and Sony A7CR.


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Size, Weight and Filter Thread

Size and weight is a very important decision factor when searching for your next lens. Samyang AF 24mm F2.8 FE has a maximum diameter of 61mm and total length of 37mm. It weighs 93g / 3.3 oz.

Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Samyang AF 24mm F2.8 FE and Sony FE 24mm F2.8 G (Sony E mount) to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life. Check the detailed comparison of these two lenses here.

Samyang AF 24mm F2.8 FE vs Sony FE 24mm F2.8 G Lens Size Comparison
Comparison image of the Samyang AF 24mm F2.8 FE and the Sony FE 24mm F2.8 G Size and Weight

Samyang AF 24mm F2.8 FE has a filter thread of 49mm. Below are links to the filters that we recommend you to consider for your Samyang AF 24mm F2.8 FE:

  • 49mm Variable ND Lens Filters
  • 49mm Circular Polarizer Lens Filters
  • 49mm Clear Protection Lens Filters




Focal Range

Samyang AF 24mm F2.8 FE has a fixed focal length of 24mm. When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.5x crop, it provides an 35mm (FF) equivalent of 36mm.


Maximum Magnification Ratio

Samyang AF 24mm F2.8 FE has a Max Magnification Ratio of 0.13x and has a minimum focusing distance of 0.24m. 0.13x means that the max magnification ratio is very low and not suitable even for modest close-up shots.

Below are the 3 Wideangle Prime type Sony E mount lens alternatives with highest max magnification ratios:

  • Tamron 24mm F2.8 Di III OSD M1:2: 0.5x - (Compare)
  • Tamron 35mm F2.8 Di III OSD M1:2: 0.5x - (Compare)
  • Sigma 24mm F3.5 DG DN C: 0.5x - (Compare)

Aperture

Samyang AF 24mm F2.8 FE has a max aperture of F2.8 and a minimum aperture of F22.

Optical Formula

Samyang AF 24mm F2.8 FE's optical formula consists of 7 elements in 7 groups . Following special elements are used in this design:

  • 2 HR
  • 3 ASPH elements
  • UMC coating

Body Colour

Samyang AF 24mm F2.8 FE is available in Black color.

Popular Comparisons of Samyang AF 24mm F2.8 FE

Here are the eight most popular comparisons of the Samyang AF 24mm F2.8 FE amongst Camera Decision readers.

Top Alternatives of Samyang AF 24mm F2.8 FE Lens
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Samyang AF 24mm F2.8 FE Alternatives in Sony E Mount
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Samyang AF 24mm F2.8 FE Detailed Specifications


General
Brand Samyang
Lens Type Prime
Lens Type Wideangle Prime
Lens Mount Sony E
Max Format 35mm FF
Focal Range 24mm
Image Stabilization
Colour Black
Zoom Method No Zoom
Power Zoom No Zoom
Zoom Lock No Zoom
Zoom Ratio 1.0X
APERTURE
Max Aperture F2.8
Min Aperture F22
Aperture Ring No
Diaphragm Blades 7
Optics
Optical Elements 7
Optical Groups 7
Special Elements 2 HR and 3 ASPH elements, UMC coating

FOCUSING
Min Focus Distance 0.24m
Max Magnification 0.13X
Autofocus Yes
AF Motor Type unknown
Full Time Manual No
Focus Method Internal
Distance Scale No
DoF Scale No
PHYSICAL SPECS
Weight 93g
Diameter 61mm
Length 37mm
Weather Sealing No
Filter Thread 49mm
Filter Notes -
Tripod Collar No
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