Samyang will be the first non Canon manufacturer to build an autofocus lens for the Canon EOS R full frame mirrorless system. According to this the Samyang AF 14mm f/2.8 RF will be the first third party AF mirrorless lens for Canon EOS R.
The 14mm f/2.8 prime lens is great for cityscapes, landscapes, interiors, architecture, and other photography types that require a wide focal length.
The current AF 14mm f/2.8 EF lens designed for full frame cameras that delivers a quiet, fast and accurate autofocus system. The Samyang AF 14mm f/2.8 RF will also come with a lens station for firmware updates.
According to recent reports Samyang/Rokinon will announce a new AF 14mm f/2.8 full frame lens with autofocus for Canon RF mount.
The Canon version of the same lens is currently priced at $695. This will be Samyang’s first autofocus lens for Nikon and probably will have the same features. The optic offers a 35mm equivalent of 21mm for APS-c sensor cameras like EOS 90D.
See details of the current Samyang 14mm lens.
The optical construction features a total of 15 lenses in 10 groups that include 7 special optic lenses to maximise image quality. The compact Samyang AF 14mm F2.8 EF weighs only 485g without lens caps and hood and also features weather-sealing and a built-in AF/MF switch.
Rokinon AF 14mm f/2.8 EF Lens Quick Features:
- Quiet, fast and accurate autofocus system
- Minimised weight for portability
- Ultra wide angle in 116.6°
- Weather-sealing
- Starburst effects made with 7 blades
- High resolution, crystal clear resolution
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