Samyang (Rokinon) AF 24-70mm F2.8 FE is a new autofocus zoom lens for Sony mirrorless full-frame cameras that is optimized for video by being parfocal and having a linear focus ring. The lens has an 82mm front filter thread, a linear STM motor for a fast and accurate AF, and a minimum focusing distance of 0.35m (1.15ft). The lens is available for pre-order for $999. A lens with 24-70mm focal length (or its equivalent on smaller or larger sensors than full-frame) is usually considered a must-have allrounder. I think it really is the most useful universal zoom lens to have. When it comes to Sony E-mount cameras, up until now there have basically been two 24-70mm options on the market – one from Sony and one from SIGMA. The South Korean lens manufacturer Samyang has been known for producing affordable fully manual lenses for various SLR and mirrorless mounts for years now. In 2018, the company launched its first lens equipped with autofocus – Samyang AF 14mm f/2.8 EF. Now, Samyang announces its 17th AF lens which also happens to be the company’s first-ever zoom lens – Samyang AF 24-70mm f/2.8 FE. Let’s take a short look at its features and specs. Samyang AF 24-70mm f/2.8 FE lens Rokinon / Samyang AF 24-70mm f/2.8 FE Lens. Source: Samyang Just a quick reminder in case you did not know this – Samyang sells its lenses under the Rokinon brand in some countries such as the USA. Therefore, Rokinon and Samyang are...
Published By: CineD - Wednesday, 20 October, 2021