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Samyang 12mm f/2

Samyang Samyang 12mm f/2 Review

Focal length12mm (24mm equiv)
Max aperturef/2
AFManual only
Price~$279Check on Amazon ↗

The Samyang 12mm f/2 is a Samyang 12mm prime for Micro Four Thirds, released in 2015. It covers 24mm in full-frame terms at a maximum aperture of f/2. It offers a 260g build.

Best for: Everyday and travel photography

Pros

  • Competitive price for the aperture and build

Cons

  • Not weather sealed
  • Manual focus only

Specifications

Lens
BrandSamyang
Typeprime
Statuscurrent
Released2015-06
Mountmft
Optics
Focal length12mm
FF equivalent24mm
Max aperturef/2
Min aperturef/22
Aperture blades7
Elements / Groups11 / 8
Focus
AutofocusNo (manual only)
MF overrideYes
Min focus distance0.2m
Max magnification0.09x
Stabilisation
OISNo
Dual IS compatibleNo
Physical
Weather sealedNo
Filter size67mm
Weight260g
Dimensions59.5mm length x 70mm diameter
Pricing
Price (approx.)$279 USD

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