Samyang 14mm f/2.8 EF at a glance:
- Image Sensor size: Full frame 35mm
- Focal length: 14mm
- Maximum aperture: F/2.8
- Filter Diameter: N/A
- Angle of view: 116.6 degrees (full frame sensor)
- Minimum focus distance: 0.2m
- Focus type: Auto-Focus (with Manual Focus switch)
- Number of diaphragm blades: 7 (rounded)
- Lens construction: 15 elements in 10 groups (2 Aspherical, 1 Extra Low Dispersion, 4 High Refractive
- Dimensions (max): 90.5mm Dia x 95.6mm L
It’s official. Samyang announced the Samyang AF 14mm f/2.8 lens for Canon EF mount. The first Samyang lens with auto-focus for Canon DSLRs. The Samyang brand is also known as Rokinon or Walimex or Bower. The Samyang 14mm f/2.8 will sell for $799. Pre-order at B&H Photo | Amazon | Adorama
Ideal Autofocus Lens with High Usability
This first EF mount autofocus lens from Samyang encapsulates the brand’s universally respected optical technology, especially in the wide angle lens category. From a total of 15 lenses in 10 groups, 7 special optic lenses have been chosen in the production of this lens, to maximise the image quality. The use of 2 aspherical lenses, 4 high-refractive lenses, and 1 extra-low dispersion lens minimises distortion and various aberrations while producing crystal clear resolution. The remarkably even image quality from centre to corner of the wide 116.6 degree angle of view appears distinctly on its MTF chart.
The minimised weight and movement of the focusing lens group enables quiet and pleasant autofocusing with high accuracy. This compact Samyang AF 14mm F2.8 EF weighs only 485g without lens caps and hood and is the best travel partner to capture unforgettable moments on your journey. Weather-sealing and a built-in AF/MF switch increase usability.
Product description:
The AF 14mm F2.8 EF is Samyang’s first autofocus lens designed for Canon full frame DSLR cameras. This light weight wide-angle lens inherits the renowned image quality of Samyang’s wide angle series and importantly, the minimised weight and motion of the focusing lens group enables fast, quiet and precise autofocus.
With a total of 15 lens elements in 10 groups, this lens uses 7 special optical elements to maximise image quality. The use of 2 aspherical lenses, 4 high-refractive lenses, and 1 extra-low dispersion lens minimises distortion and aberrations while producing crystal clear resolution. Ultra Multi Coating effectively eliminates flare and ghosting to improve resolution even further. The remarkably even image quality from centre to edge of the wide 116.6 degree angle of view is very apparent on the MTF chart.
This compact Samyang AF 14mm F2.8 EF weighhs only 485g (without lens caps and hood) and is the ideal travel partner to capture unforgettable moments along your journey. Weather-sealing and a built-in AF/MF switch increase usability. Beautiful bokeh and star effects can be achieved thanks to the wide aperture and 7 rounded diaphragm blades