Samyang 85mm f/1.8 for APS-C

PointsMD said:

So why wouldn't one get the Samyang 85/1.4 at $260? https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1024119-REG/samyang_sy85m_e_85mm_f_1_4_lens_for.html

Will the 1.8 have better IQ?

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PointsMD said:

So why wouldn't one get the Samyang 85/1.4 at $260? https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1024119-REG/samyang_sy85m_e_85mm_f_1_4_lens_for.html

Will the 1.8 have better IQ?

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snapa said:

JohnNEX said:

Just in case you did not see this.

At 344 grams, this lens is a good example that being made for APS-C does not result in a smaller lens (for focal lengths above 24mm-ish). The FE 85 f/1.8 is 371 grams, just 27 grams heavier but including an AF motor.

At $399 its going to have a tough fight against the Sony FE lens at $598.

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To me the Samyang AF 24mm f/2.8 FE seems like a much more interesting lens at $399. So far I've only seen one real professional review, but it looks like a great little, light, inexpensive lens. I don't remember ever seeing an MFT chart that looks that good, especially the center/edge sharpness.

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