Samyang/Rokinon AF 24mm f/2.8 FE Lens Announced, Price $399

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Samyang officially announced the new AF 24mm f/2.8 FE lens for Sony full frame E-mount mirrorless cameras. But it can also be used with models of the A6xxx series that are equipped with the smaller APS-C sensor. Samyang AF 24mm f/2.8 FE is a perfect wide-angle lens for Sony photographers who want to keep their photo equipment as small and lightweight as possible without sacrificing functionality or optical quality.

The US price of this lens is $399, and it is now available for pre-order at B&H, Adorama. Shipping is scheduled to begin in July 2018.

Rokinon AF 24mm f/2.8 FE Lens Features:

  • 24 mm wide angle with Sony FE / E mount
  • Full-frame compatible (can also be used with APS-C)
  • Compact and super light – only 93 grams!
  • Fast and silent autofocus
  • High quality optical construction with aspherical elements and HR glass
  • Short minimum focus, 24 cm
  • Non Rotating Filter Mount
  • Internal Focus
  • Full Frame
  • Low Distortion
  • Low Coma
  • Low Flare and Glare

Press Release:

Samyang Unveils the AF 24mm F2.8 FE SONY Autofocus Lens [Tiny but Wide]

Samyang Optics announces a new, budget, autofocus lens for Sony mirrorless shooters. The Samyang AF 24mm F2.8 FE, a Full Frame Sony E Mount lens is very competitively priced and featured compared to other manufacturers’ options. This lightweight wide-angle lens inherits the renowned image quality of Samyang’s wide angle series and also delivers a quiet, fast and accurate autofocus system.

Tiny But Wide

The Samyang AF 24mm F2.8 FE weighs in at 93g and measures just 37mm long (without the hood and rear cap). The Samyang AF 24mm F2.8 FE is designed with 7 elements in 7 groups – the lens delivers high resolution from the centre to the corners of the image. Three aspherical lenses and two high-refractive lenses along with Ultra Multi Coating help minimise chromatic aberrations and unnecessary light dispersion.

Best Partner for Everyday Photographers

The compact and lightweight design offers the portability and comfort needed for a long day. This lens would be the best choice for photographers who want to capture everyday moments in high-resolution. The Samyang AF 24mm F2.8 FE features both fast and accurate Auto Focus and a minimum focusing distance of just 24cm. It’s ideal for outdoor events and also close-up photos such as travel, sports events, landscapes, pet, portrait, food etc.

Additional information at samyanglensglobal.com