Samyang has just released its first autofocus ultra-wide-angle lens for FUJIFILM X-mount cameras: the Samyang AF 12mm F/2 X. This lightweight and very compact lens covers APS-C sensors and should give you a field of view of around 99.1° with a minimum focusing distance of only 20cm. So let’s take a closer look at it! Back in May 2020, FUJIFILM officially opened its X-mount to third-party lens manufacturers. Samyang, which has been very prolific lately with the recent release of the Samyang AF 24-70mm F/2.8 zoom lens for Sony cameras, has just released its first autofocus lens for FUJIFILM X-mount cameras: the AF 12mm F/2 X. Samyang AF 12mm F/2 X features The Samyang AF 12mm F/2 X is an ultra-wide-angle lens for FUJIFILM X-mount cameras with an APS-C sensor. It is currently compatible with most FUJIFILM cameras, including the X-H1, X-S10, X-pro 1, X-pro 2, X-pro 3, X-E1, X-E2 X-E2s, X-E3, X-E4, X-T1, X-T2, X-T3, X-T4, X-T10, X-T20, X-T30. With a very compact size of only 59.2mm/2.3in and a weight of 212g/7.5oz, it won’t take that much space inside your camera bag when you’re going on a trip. Indeed, the AF 12mm F/2 X has a field of view of 99.1°, making it perfect for landscape shots. Image credit: Samyang On the lens, you’ll find a micro-patterned rubber focus ring. Also, there are several joints and one rear protective glass to properly weather seal the lens body and make it snow/dust/light-rain proof. Finally, on the inside, there is a...
Published By: CineD - Thursday, 11 November, 2021