Lens Comparison
Samyang AF 24mm f/1.8 FE vs Sony FE 40mm f/2.5 G
Key Differences
- Sony FE 40mm f/2.5 G has a better length (45.5mm vs 69.7mm).
- Samyang AF 24mm f/1.8 FE has a better maximum aperture (f/1.8 vs f/2.5).
- Samyang AF 24mm f/1.8 FE has a better min focus distance (19 cm vs 25 cm).
- Sony FE 40mm f/2.5 G has a better weight (173g (6.1 oz) vs 213g (7.5 oz)).
- Samyang AF 24mm f/1.8 FE has a better max magnification (0.24x vs 0.23x).
| Product | ||
|---|---|---|
| Optical Design | ||
| Focal Length | 24mm | 40mm |
| Lens Type | Prime | Prime |
| Optical Elements | 10 | 8 |
| Optical Groups | 8 | 7 |
| Aperture & Iris | ||
| Maximum Aperture | f/1.8 | f/2.5 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/22 | f/22 |
| Aperture Blades | 9 | 9 |
| Rounded Aperture | Yes | Yes |
| Coverage & Angle | ||
| Format Coverage | Full-Frame | Full-Frame |
| Lens Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
| Angle of View | − | − |
| 35mm Equivalent | − | − |
| Focus | ||
| Autofocus | Yes | Yes |
| Focus Motor | STM | XD Linear |
| Focus Limiter | No | No |
| AF/MF Switch | No | Yes |
| Min Focus Distance | 19 cm | 25 cm |
| Max Magnification | 0.24x | 0.23x |
| Stabilization & Video | ||
| Optical Stabilization | No | No |
| Aperture Ring | No | Yes |
| Declickable Aperture | No | Yes |
| Parfocal | No | No |
| Internal Zoom | No | No |
| General | ||
| Price (MSRP) | $599 | $599 |
| Filter Size | 58mm | 49mm |
| Diameter | 72.2mm | 68mm |
| Length | 69.7mm | 45.5mm |
| Weight | 213g (7.5 oz) | 173g (6.1 oz) |
| Weather Sealed | No | Yes |
| Tripod Collar | No | No |
