This lens is compact and light, with a useful focal length. AF speed is good, accuracy in general was also very consistent. Optically I found it sharp with good, but not outstanding colour and contrast. In difficult situations mine struggled somewhat with purple fringing.
However, it's not without problems especially at the launch price of £350. Build material quality felt cheap, the hood in particular felt like a flimsy toy. The most significant issue was the lenses 50-50 ability to focus to infinity, with multiple attempts needed even in very high contrast scenes. This may well be fixed via firmware, but you'll need a dock to do so. The bayonet mount also felt overly tight and required more force than other lenses to mount, feeling a little "scratchy".
I really wanted to replace my zeiss 55mm with this as I much prefer the wider fov, but, optics (mostly) aside, it's not in the same quality bracket, which I suppose comes with the price.
This lens is compact and light, with a useful focal length. AF speed is good, accuracy in general was also very consistent. Optically I found it sharp with good, but not outstanding colour and contrast. In difficult situations mine struggled somewhat with purple fringing.However, it's not without problems especially at the launch price of £350. Build material quality felt cheap, the hood in particular felt like a flimsy toy. The most significant issue was the lenses 50-50 ability to focus to infinity, with multiple attempts needed even in very high contrast scenes. This may well be fixed via firmware, but you'll need a dock to do so. The bayonet mount also felt overly tight and required more force than other lenses to mount, feeling a little "scratchy".I really wanted to replace my zeiss 55mm with this as I much prefer the wider fov, but, optics (mostly) aside, it's not in the same quality bracket, which I suppose comes with the price.
CrabclawhandsOffering a more natural angle of view than 50mm lenses, the Samyang AF 45mm F1. 8 FE opens up a range of photographic styles and themes. This lens will deliver the high contrast and dimensionality typical of specialised lenses, while retaining spectacular resolution thanks to an outstanding optical design. Photographers can take advantage of the bright F1. 8 aperture, delivering bokeh and out-of-focus backgrounds, with the 9 aperture blades able to produce striking sunstar effects, adding creativity to every picture. In addition, the lens is compact (just 5. 61cm long) and light (162g), so it is highly portable. The Samyang AF 45mm F1. 8 FE has been designed to provide the most suitable angle of view to imitate the natural human field of vision (53 degrees). It sets a new standard in lens craftsmanship - freed from the design limitations of lenses for reflex cameras, Samyang presents a new breed of standard lens which embraces the strengths of optical design for mirrorless cameras. The Aspherical and Extra-low Dispersion glass elements, along with Ultra-Multi-Coating help to provide superb image quality and edge-to-edge sharpness. It offers fast, precise and quiet autofocusing, right down to 45cm, so you never need miss another unforgettable moment. With its Linear-Activator Step-Motor technology, you can experience reliable, internal autofocusing. Image Sensor size: Full frame 35mm. Focal length: 45mm. Maximum aperture: F/1. 8. Filter Diameter: 49mm. Angle of view: 52. 31 degrees (full frame sensor), 35. 31 degrees (APS-C sensor). Minimum focus distance: 0. 45m. Focus type: Auto-Focus. Number of diaphragm blades: 9 (rounded). Lens construction: 7 elements in 6 groups (2 Aspherical, 1 Extra-low Dispersion) Ultra-Multi-Coating. Dimensions (max): 61. 8mm Dia. x 56. 1mm L
| Item Package Dimensions L x W x H | 12.4 x 12.2 x 12 cm |
| Package Weight | 340 Grams |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 6.2 x 6.2 x 5.8 cm |
| Item Weight | 163 Grams |
| Brand Name | SAMYANG |
| Color Name | Without Lens Station |
| Country of Origin | Republic of Korea |
| Has Image Stabilization | No |
| Included Components | Lens, Lens Caps, Lens Hood, Lens Pouch |
| Lens Fixed Focal Length | 45 millimetres |
| Max Focal Length | 45 millimetres |
| Min Focal Length | 45 millimetres |
| Mounting Type | Sony FE |
| Objective Lens Diameter | 61.8 millimetres |
| Part Number | AF 45mm F1.8 SONY FE |
| Size Name | 45mm F1.4 |
| Water Resistance Level | Waterproof |
| Zoom Type | Fixed |
| Lens Design | Prime |
| Maximum Aperture Range | f1.8 |
| Focus Type | Autofocus |
| Style | Sony FE |
| Photo Filter Thread Size | 49 millimetres |
