Samyang AF 24mm F1.8 Sony FE – Compact Wide-Angle Lens for Astrophotography and More

The Samyang AF 24mm F1.8 Sony FE is a compact and lightweight wide-angle lens designed for Sony E-mount full-frame cameras. With its bright F1.8 aperture, advanced optical design, and features optimized for astrophotography, this lens is perfect for landscapes, night skies, and creative indoor or outdoor photography. Its portability and versatility make it an essential tool for photographers and videographers alike.

Key Features

• Astrophotography Custom Mode: The built-in "Custom Mode" with an LED indicator allows you to focus precisely at infinity with just one press of the Focus Hold Button, making it ideal for capturing the night sky.


• Advanced Optical Design: Features 11 elements in 8 groups, including 2 ASP, 3 HR, and 2 ED elements, ensuring sharpness, clarity, and minimal aberrations across the frame, even at wide apertures.


• Bright F1.8 Aperture: Offers excellent low-light performance and creates beautifully blurred backgrounds with smooth, natural-looking bokeh thanks to its 9-blade circular aperture.


• Compact and Lightweight: Weighing just 230g (8.1oz) and measuring 71.5mm (2.8in) in length, it’s perfect for travel, handheld shooting, and pairing with compact Sony E-mount cameras.


• Weather-Sealed Design: Sealed at 5 key points to protect against light dust, rain, and snow, making it suitable for outdoor and challenging conditions.


• Customizable Focus Hold Button: Allows you to lock focus or assign other functions via the camera menu for added flexibility.


• Fast and Quiet Autofocus: Equipped with a Linear STM (Stepping Motor) for smooth, accurate, and silent focusing, ideal for both stills and video recording.


• Short Minimum Focusing Distance: Focus as close as 0.19m (0.62ft) for unique perspectives and creative close-up shots.

Specifications

• Model Name: AF 24mm F1.8 FE


• Aperture Range: F1.8 – F22


• Optical Construction: 11 elements in 8 groups (2 ASP, 3 HR, 2 ED)


• Minimum Focusing Distance: 0.19m (0.62ft)


• Magnification Ratio: 0.21x


• Diaphragm Blades: 9


• Filter Size: 58mm


• Maximum Diameter: 65mm


• Length: 71.5mm (2.8in)


• Weight: 230g (8.1oz)


• Mount: Sony FE


• Angle of View (Full Frame): 83.7°


• Angle of View (APS-C): 60.9°


• Weather Sealing: Yes


• Autofocus Motor: Linear STM

Why Choose the Samyang AF 24mm F1.8 Sony FE?

The Samyang AF 24mm F1.8 Sony FE is a versatile wide-angle lens that combines advanced optical performance with portability and innovative features like astrophotography custom mode. Ideal for capturing starry skies, landscapes, or creative close-ups, its compact design and bright aperture make it a must-have for photographers and videographers who need reliability and performance in any setting.

Recommended Uses

• Astrophotography


• Landscape Photography


• Travel and Street Photography


• Indoor and Event Photography


• Creative Close-Up Shots


• Video and Vlogging

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

• Q: Is this lens suitable for astrophotography?
  A: Yes, the lens is optimized for astrophotography with a dedicated "Custom Mode" that allows precise infinity focus and an LED indicator for convenience when capturing starry skies.


• Q: Does it work with APS-C Sony cameras?
  A: Yes, the lens is fully compatible with Sony APS-C cameras, offering an equivalent focal length of approximately 36mm.


• Q: Is the lens weather-sealed?
  A: Yes, it features weather sealing in 5 key areas, protecting it from light dust, rain, and snow.


• Q: Can I use the Focus Hold Button for other functions?
  A: Yes, the Focus Hold Button can be customized via the camera menu to perform other functions like Eye AF or focus lock.


• Q: How does the autofocus perform for video?
  A: The Linear STM motor delivers fast, quiet, and smooth autofocus, making it ideal for video recording and vlogging.

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Unlock your creative potential with the Samyang AF 24mm F1.8 Sony FE. Its compact size, bright aperture, and advanced features make it the perfect companion for astrophotography, landscapes, and versatile everyday photography. Experience stunning image quality and professional usability in one lightweight package today!