Samyang AF 35mm f/1.4 FE II

Bright prime lens with advanced autofocus performance

Samyang AF 35mm f/1.4 FE II
82/100
LENS SCORE
Features 17
Performance 18
Durability 15
Price 16
Usability 16
Brand Samyang
Model SYIO3514-FE

Key Features

OPTICS 11 elements in 9 groups including 2 ASP, 2 HR, and 2 ED elements
AUTOFOCUS Linear STM motor for fast, quiet, and precise AF performance
APERTURE 9-blade circular diaphragm for smooth and soft bokeh
MIN FOCUS 0.29m (0.95ft) minimum focusing distance
CUSTOMIZATION Custom Switch allows aperture control via focus ring
WEATHER SEALING 4-point weather sealing to protect against dust and light rain
COATING Ultra Multi Coating (UMC) to minimize flare and ghosting
COMPATIBILITY Designed specifically for Sony E-mount full-frame mirrorless cameras
FOCUS HOLD Dedicated Focus Hold button for locking focus or custom functions
VIDEO Optimized for video with minimized focus breathing
BUILD Lightweight and compact design for improved portability
MOUNT Sony E-mount electronic communication for EXIF data
FILTER 67mm front filter thread diameter

The Most Important Rings & Switches — Samyang AF 35mm f/1.4 FE II

Ring / Switch / Control Status Note
Focus Ring ✓ Present Electronic focus ring
Zoom Ring ✗ Not Present Prime lens
Aperture Ring ✗ Not Present Controlled via camera body or custom switch
AF/MF Switch ✓ Present
Image Stabilisation Switch ✗ Not Present Relies on IBIS
Focus Limiter Switch ✗ Not Present
Function (L-Fn) Button ✓ Present Focus Hold button
Zoom Lock Switch ✗ Not Present
Optical Image Stabilisation (OIS) ✗ Not Present
Weather Sealing ✓ Present 4-point sealing

How-to Use Samyang AF 35mm f/1.4 FE II

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Technical Specification

Focal Length 35mm
Maximum Aperture f/1.4
Minimum Aperture f/16
Lens Construction 11 elements in 9 groups
Angle of View 63.4u00b0 (Full Frame)
Minimum Focus Distance 0.29m
Maximum Magnification 0.18x
Diaphragm Blades 9
Filter Size 67mm
Autofocus Motor Linear STM
Weather Sealing Yes
Weight 659g
Dimensions 75 x 115 mm