Samyang 85mm f/1.4 Aspherical IF Lens for APS-C Sony E-Mount Cameras
Model: SY85M-E
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Physical
Weight | 20.11 oz (570 g) |
Dimensions (DxL) | Approx. 3.07 x 3.98" (7.8 x 10.1 cm) |
Filter Thread | 72 mm |
Performance
Format Compatibility | Sony NEX (APS-C) |
Angle of View | 19.1° |
Minimum Focus Distance | 3.28' (1 m) |
Elements/Groups | 9/7 |
Focal Length | 85mm Comparable APS-C Focal Length: 127.5 mm |
Diaphragm Blades | 8 |
Aperture | Maximum: f/1.4 - 22 |
Camera Mount Type | Sony (E Mount for NEX) |
Features
Tripod Collar | No |
Autofocus | No |
Image Stabilization | No |
The Samyang 85mm f/1.4 Aspherical may not be the sharpest lens around but it offers a good and very affordable introduction into shallow depth-of-field photography. The resolution figures aren't overly impressive at max.
I can honestly say I am pleasantly surprised at the performance of the Samyang. If it cost 500 or 1000 $, I might have a few reasons to complain. At 299 $ I won’t say a word. It presents a very reasonable offer for less affluent portrait photographers.
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Usable wide open,, Very little chromatic aberration, Practically zero distortion, Indetectible coma on the APS-C/DX matrix, Vignetting on the APS-C/DX satisfactory, Very high transmission, Decent quality of workmanship, Good price-quality ratio
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After stopping down performs considerably worse than competing brands, Performance against bright light could be better, ‘Soft’ corners at full frame
The product exceeded my expectations with its quality and sharpness. After using my 50mm f/1.4 I figured it was time to get a true portrait lens and I wanted one with a shallow focus as well. So I searched and found this perfect fit. I enjoy it and love my results.
So far I love how easy this lens is to use, and for the price it can't be beat!
Use this lens with Gx7, so IBIS helps in hand holding and hand holding lens is not a problem. Lens is very sharp and fast so you might want to consider getting a neutral density filter to go with it.
- APS-C Sony E-Mount
- 35mm Equivalent Focal Length: 127.5mm
- Aperture Range: f/1.4 to f/22
- One Aspherical Element
- UMC Multi-Coating
- Manual Focus and Manual Exposure
- Internal Focusing Mechanism
- Eight-Blade Circular Diaphragm
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- Samyang 85mm f/1.4 Aspherical IF Lens for Sony E-Mount Cameras
- Front and Rear Lens Caps
- Lens Hood
- Soft Lens Pouch
- Limited 1-Year Warranty