Samyang AF 24mm F1.8 Lens - Sony FE

SamyangSKU: 8809298887506

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Samyang AF 24mm F1.8 Lens - Sony FE

  • Bright and fast autofocus lens for Sony E full frame mirrorless cameras
  • New Custom Mode switch with Focus Hold button and LED indicator
  • Linear STM motor delivers fast, quiet and accurate focusing, with a close focus distance of just 19cm
  • UMC technology reduces flare and ghosting as much as possible for clearer brighter images
  • Advanced weather-sealing protects internal components from harsh environments

Samyang's AF 24mm F1.8 FE lens is a compact autofocus wide-angle lens, optimised and ideally matched to Sony Full Frame and APS-C E-Mount Mirrorless cameras.

It offers the perfect solution for Landscape, Indoor and Astrophotography, with super-fast F/1.8 maximum aperture and 83.7° angle of view. Even wide-open at its F/1.8 maximum aperture, the AF 24mm F1.8 FE delivers superb image quality from centre to edge, during daytime or at night.

Unique features include an AF/MF Custom switch and a focus lock button, with an LED infinity focus indicator. The new elegant design is compact and lightweight, measuring 65mm diameter, 71.5mm long and weighing in at just 230g.

The linear stepping-motor delivers fast, quiet and accurate autofocus, with a close focus distance of just 19cm. There is a 58mm front thread for convenient use of filters and advanced weather sealing allows shooting to continue in less than ideal weather conditions.

Image Sensor size

Full frame 35mm

Focal length

24mm, Maximum Aperture F/1.8
Focus lock button and infinity focus indicator

Filter Diameter

58mm

Angle of view

83.7 degrees (full frame sensor), 60.9 degrees (APS-C sensor)

AF/MF Mode Switch, Minimum focus distance

0.19m

Weather Sealing

Yes

Number of diaphragm blades

9 (rounded)

Lens construction

11 elements in 8 groups (2 Aspherical, 3 HR, 2 ED) Ultra Multi-Coating

Dimensions (max)

65mm Dia x 71.5mm L

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Understanding: Aperture

Aperture is the opening in a camera lens that controls how much light enters the camera. It's measured in f-stops like f/2.8 or f/8. Lower f-stop numbers mean wider openings, letting in more light and creating a shallow depth of field (blurry background). Higher f-stop numbers mean smaller openings, letting in less light and creating a larger depth of field (more of the scene in focus). Aperture also affects the quality of out-of-focus areas in the image (bokeh).

Understanding: Lens Types

Different lenses have different purposes to achieve different styles of images, some popular ones include:
Prime Lens: Fixed focal length, sharp images, great for portraits and dark settings.
Zoom Lens: Variable focal length, versatile for different shots and everyday use..
Wide-Angle Lens: Captures wide scenes like landscapes.
Telephoto Lens: Magnifies distant subjects, ideal for sports & wildlife.
Macro Lens: Perfect for close-up photography of small subjects.
Fisheye Lens: Ultra-wide perspective, creates unique images.

Understanding: Lens Mounts

Different camera brands use different lens mounts, which are like connectors that attach lenses to camera bodies. Each mount is specific to a particular brand and camera series. For example, Canon uses the EF and RF mounts, Nikon uses the F mount, Sony uses the E mount for its mirrorless cameras. These mounts dictate which lenses are compatible with which cameras. Some brands offer adapters to use lenses from other systems, but it's essential to ensure compatibility for proper functionality and autofocus performance.

Understanding: Manual and Autofocus

Manual focus and autofocus are two ways to adjust the sharpness of a camera lens. With manual focus, you turn a ring on the lens to bring the subject into focus yourself, giving you full control over what appears sharp in the image. Autofocus, on the other hand, relies on the camera's built-in technology to automatically adjust the focus for you, usually by detecting contrast or phase differences in the scene. Autofocus can be convenient, especially for fast-moving subjects or when you need to capture a quick shot, whereas manual focus allows for precise adjustments and creative control over the final image.

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