Samyang AF 35 mm f/1.4 FE § 03 Head to head
Samyang AF 35 mm f/1.4 FE vs Sony Distagon T* FE 35mm F1.4 ZA
Samyang 35mm f/1.4 has a smaller filter thread. Sony 35mm f/1.4 is 3 mm shorter.
Both lenses are made for the Sony E mount: the Samyang AF 35 mm f/1.4 FE is a 35mm f/1.4 prime, and the Sony Distagon T* FE 35mm F1.4 ZA is a 35mm f/1.4 prime. On paper the Sony Distagon T* FE 35mm F1.4 ZA comes out ahead, 3 advantages to 2, but which one suits you depends on what you shoot.
Samyang AF 35 mm f/1.4 FE 
Sony Distagon T* FE 35mm F1.4 ZA 01
Key differences
Why is the Samyang AF 35 mm f/1.4 FE better than the Sony Distagon T* FE 35mm F1.4 ZA?
- Smaller filter thread (67 mm vs 72 mm)
- Newer design (2017 vs 2015)
Why is the Sony Distagon T* FE 35mm F1.4 ZA better than the Samyang AF 35 mm f/1.4 FE?
- 3 mm shorter (112 mm vs 115 mm long)
- Is weather sealed
- Has a physical aperture ring
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Which should you buy?
- travel For travel, the Sony Distagon T* FE 35mm F1.4 ZA has the edge: it is weather sealed.
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Specification
| Specification | Samyang AF 35 mm f/1.4 FE | Sony Distagon T* FE 35mm F1.4 ZA |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 35mm | 35mm |
| Maximum aperture | f/1.4 | f/1.4 |
| Minimum aperture | f/16 | f/16 |
| Lens type | Prime lens | Wide-angle prime lens |
| Format | Full frame | Full Frame |
| Weight | 645 g (22.75 oz) | 630 g (1.39 lbs) ◆ |
| Dimensions | 115 x 75.9 mm | 79 mm (diameter) x 112 mm (length) |
| Minimum focusing distance | 0.3 m (11.81 inches) | 0.3 m (11.8 inches) |
| Maximum magnification | — | 0.18x |
| Image stabilization | No | No |
| Weather sealing | No | Yes ◆ |
| Aperture ring | No | Yes |
| Aperture blades | 9 | 9 (circular) |
| Optical construction | 11 elements / 9 groups | 12 elements in 8 groups |
| Filter size | 67 mm ◆ | 72 mm |
| Lens mount | Sony E | Sony E |
| Released | 2017 | 2015 |
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Size
- A · Samyang
- B · Sony
- 115 × 75.9 mm
- 112 × 79 mm
The Samyang AF 35 mm f/1.4 FE is 3 mm longer and 15 g heavier than the Sony Distagon T* FE 35mm F1.4 ZA.
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Sample frames
Samyang AF 35 mm f/1.4 FE
Sony Distagon T* FE 35mm F1.4 ZA
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Video reviews
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Questions
- Which is lighter, the Samyang AF 35 mm f/1.4 FE or the Sony Distagon T* FE 35mm F1.4 ZA?
- The Sony Distagon T* FE 35mm F1.4 ZA weighs 630 g, 15 g less than the Samyang AF 35 mm f/1.4 FE (645 g).
- Do the Samyang AF 35 mm f/1.4 FE and the Sony Distagon T* FE 35mm F1.4 ZA have image stabilization?
- No, neither lens has optical image stabilization; rely on in-body stabilization if your camera has it.
- Is the Samyang AF 35 mm f/1.4 FE or the Sony Distagon T* FE 35mm F1.4 ZA better for travel?
- For travel, the Sony Distagon T* FE 35mm F1.4 ZA has the edge: it is weather sealed.
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