Samyang AF 14-24mm F/2.8 Sony FE

Samyang AF 14-24mm F/2.8 Sony FE – Ultra-wide 14-24mm with constant f/2.8 and 77mm front filter compatibility

The Samyang AF 14-24mm F2.8 FE is an ultra-wide zoom developed jointly by Samyang and German optics specialist Schneider-Kreuznach. It delivers a constant f/2.8 aperture across the entire zoom range and supports standard 77mm front filters, offering creative flexibility for polarizers and ND filters.

Compact, lightweight design for field work

Weighing just 445 grams and measuring only 88.8 mm in length, this lens is significantly lighter and more compact than many other full-frame ultra-wide zooms. As a result, it fits easily into travel and run-and-gun kits and reduces fatigue during long shoots.

Advanced optical construction for sharpness and low aberration

The lens uses a 15-element, 11-group optical design. This construction includes 3 aspherical elements, 5 high-refractive elements, and 3 extra-low dispersion elements. Together, these elements work to deliver edge-to-edge sharpness while minimizing chromatic aberration and distortion.

Suited for nightscapes and astrophotography

The optical corrections extend to sagittal coma and other aberrations. Consequently, the lens performs well for nightscapes and astrophotography where point-source rendering across the frame matters. The constant f/2.8 aperture also helps maintain exposure and image quality in low-light situations.

Filter compatibility and close focusing

Unlike many ultra-wide zooms, the Samyang AF 14-24mm F2.8 FE accepts standard 77mm front filters. This world-first compatibility for its class gives photographers the ability to use polarizers and neutral density filters without adapters.

Additionally, the lens has a minimum focusing distance of 0.18 meters throughout the zoom range, enabling up to 0.26x magnification for impactful close-up wide-angle shots.

Autofocus, controls and build

The lens employs a Linear STM for fast and quiet autofocus, suitable for both stills and video. A customizable button on the lens barrel provides quick access to programmable functions such as preset focus. Furthermore, the lens includes a built-in USB port for direct firmware updates, allowing you to keep the lens firmware current without specialized equipment.

The construction features weather-sealing to protect against water droplets, light rain, snow, and dust, making the lens a reliable option in challenging environments.

Key features

• Ultra-wide 14-24mm zoom range
• Constant f/2.8 aperture across the zoom range
• Ultra-lightweight: just 445 g
• Front filter compatible—world-first for this class (77mm)
• Linear STM for fast, quiet autofocus
• 15-element, 11-group optical design with premium glass elements
• Minimum focusing distance: 0.18 m with up to 0.26x magnification
• Weather-sealed design
• Customizable barrel button for programmable functions
• Built-in USB port for firmware updates

Technical specifications

FAQ

• Question: Is this lens suitable for astrophotography?
  Answer: Yes. The lens corrects sagittal coma and other aberrations, and its constant f/2.8 aperture helps preserve exposure and image quality for nightscapes and astrophotography.

• Question: Can I use standard filters on this ultra-wide zoom?
  Answer: Yes. The lens accepts standard 77mm front filters, allowing you to use polarizers and ND filters without adapters, a notable feature for this class of ultra-wide zooms.

• Question: How close can I focus with this lens?
  Answer: The minimum focusing distance is 0.18 meters across the zoom range, enabling up to 0.26x magnification for dramatic close-up wide-angle shots.

• Question: Does the lens handle firmware updates and custom controls?
  Answer: Yes. It includes a built-in USB port for direct firmware updates and a customizable button on the barrel for programmable functions like preset focus.