Nikon Nikkor AF-S 24 mm f/1.4G ED § 03 Head to head
Nikon Nikkor AF-S 24 mm f/1.4G ED vs Samyang Xeen 24 mm T1.5
Nikon 24mm f/1.4 is 560 g lighter. Samyang 24mm f/1.4 has a physical aperture ring.
The Nikon Nikkor AF-S 24 mm f/1.4G ED is a 24mm f/1.4 prime, and the Samyang Xeen 24 mm T1.5 is a 24mm f/1.4 prime. On paper the Samyang Xeen 24 mm T1.5 comes out ahead, 3 advantages to 2, but which one suits you depends on what you shoot.
Nikon Nikkor AF-S 24 mm f/1.4G ED 
Samyang Xeen 24 mm T1.5 01
Key differences
Why is the Nikon Nikkor AF-S 24 mm f/1.4G ED better than the Samyang Xeen 24 mm T1.5?
- 560 g lighter (620 g vs 1180 g)
- 33 mm shorter (88.5 mm vs 121.7 mm long)
Why is the Samyang Xeen 24 mm T1.5 better than the Nikon Nikkor AF-S 24 mm f/1.4G ED?
- Has a physical aperture ring
- More aperture blades (11 vs 9)
- Newer design (2015 vs 2010)
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Which should you buy?
- landscape For landscape photography, the Nikon Nikkor AF-S 24 mm f/1.4G ED has the edge: it is 560 g lighter to carry.
- architecture For architecture, the Nikon Nikkor AF-S 24 mm f/1.4G ED has the edge: it is 560 g lighter to carry.
- street For street photography, the Nikon Nikkor AF-S 24 mm f/1.4G ED has the edge: it is 560 g lighter to carry.
- travel For travel, the Nikon Nikkor AF-S 24 mm f/1.4G ED has the edge: it is 560 g lighter to carry.
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Specification
| Specification | Nikon Nikkor AF-S 24 mm f/1.4G ED | Samyang Xeen 24 mm T1.5 |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 24mm | 24mm |
| Maximum aperture | f/1.4 | f/1.4 |
| Minimum aperture | f/16 | f/22 |
| Lens type | Prime lens | Prime lens |
| Format | Full frame | Full frame |
| Weight | 620 g (21.87 oz) ◆ | 1180 g (41.62 oz) |
| Dimensions | 83 x 88.5 mm | 121.7 x 117.6 mm |
| Minimum focusing distance | 0.25 m (9.84 inches) | 0.25 m (9.84 inches) |
| Image stabilization | No | No |
| Aperture ring | No | Yes |
| Aperture blades | 9 | 11 ◆ |
| Optical construction | 12 elements / 10 groups | 13 elements / 12 groups |
| Filter size | 77 mm | — |
| Lens mount | Nikon F | Canon EF, Nikon F, Micro Four Thirds, Sony E, PL |
| Released | 2010 | 2015 |
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Size
- A · Nikon
- B · Samyang
- 88.5 × 83 mm
- 121.7 × 117.6 mm
The Samyang Xeen 24 mm T1.5 is 33 mm longer and 560 g heavier than the Nikon Nikkor AF-S 24 mm f/1.4G ED.
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Sample frames
Nikon Nikkor AF-S 24 mm f/1.4G ED
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Video reviews
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Questions
- Which is lighter, the Nikon Nikkor AF-S 24 mm f/1.4G ED or the Samyang Xeen 24 mm T1.5?
- The Nikon Nikkor AF-S 24 mm f/1.4G ED weighs 620 g, 560 g less than the Samyang Xeen 24 mm T1.5 (1180 g).
- Do the Nikon Nikkor AF-S 24 mm f/1.4G ED and the Samyang Xeen 24 mm T1.5 have image stabilization?
- No, neither lens has optical image stabilization; rely on in-body stabilization if your camera has it.
- Is the Nikon Nikkor AF-S 24 mm f/1.4G ED or the Samyang Xeen 24 mm T1.5 better for landscape photography?
- For landscape photography, the Nikon Nikkor AF-S 24 mm f/1.4G ED has the edge: it is 560 g lighter to carry.
- Is the Nikon Nikkor AF-S 24 mm f/1.4G ED or the Samyang Xeen 24 mm T1.5 better for architecture?
- For architecture, the Nikon Nikkor AF-S 24 mm f/1.4G ED has the edge: it is 560 g lighter to carry.
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