Description
Article no.: 30647
The Xeen Samyang Xeen 16mm T2.6 in Sony E mount gives filmmakers an ultra-wide option with a T2.6 aperture and optical performance tuned for 4K and beyond. It helps you shape the mise-en-scène of your shots, delivering the wide field of view and aperture control that cinematic projects require.
This lens offers an ultra wide 106.9° angle of view and is built with X-coating to manage reflections and improve contrast. As a result, the optical design supports high-resolution capture, making it suitable for modern 4K+ workflows while letting you emphasise composition and scene depth.
Samyang designed the XEEN line specifically for filmmakers. This 16mm lens features a 114mm front size and high-durability construction. The lens includes FFG and a declicked aperture for smooth iris control during recording. These design choices make the lens practical on set and reliable across shoots.
XEEN lenses use declicked gear rings placed in identical locations across the range. Therefore, swapping lenses becomes faster and more predictable when you change focal lengths. Furthermore, mounts are interchangeable, so each lens can be used on a variety of camera systems by fitting the appropriate mount.
The lens has a circular aperture with 11 blades, which helps produce natural out-of-focus highlights. It also offers a smooth focus ring for precise manual focusing. Together, these features support careful control over depth of field and focus transitions in narrative and documentary work.
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Aperture | T2.6 |
| Angle of view | 106.9° |
| Front size | 114mm |
| Aperture blades | 11 |
| Coating | X-coating |
| Notable features | Declicked aperture, declicked gear rings in identical locations, interchangeable mounts, circular aperture, smooth focus ring, high-durability, FFG |
Filmmakers and videographers who need an ultra-wide cinematic perspective will find this lens valuable. Use it when you want broad scene coverage, controlled depth of field, and consistent manual controls across a set of XEEN lenses. The interchangeable mounts offer flexibility for different camera systems.
Question: Is this lens compatible with Sony E mount cameras?
Answer: Yes. This listing is for the Xeen Samyang Xeen 16mm T2.6 in Sony E mount, so it fits Sony E mount cameras.
Question: What does "declicked aperture" mean for filming?
Answer: A declicked aperture allows smooth, continuous iris adjustments without audible or stepped clicks, which helps you change exposure or ramp iris smoothly during a take.
Question: How do the declicked gear rings help on set?
Answer: The declicked gear rings are positioned identically across XEEN lenses. Consequently, you can swap lenses quickly while maintaining the same focus and iris gear placement, simplifying follow-focus and rig setups.
Question: What should I know about accessories and front size?
Answer: The lens has a 114mm front size. Check your accessories against this front size and the lens’ physical dimensions to ensure compatibility with matte boxes and other accessories.