Samyang
AF 135mm F1.8 FE
Sony E Mount
AF 135mm F1.8 FE — 135mm f/1.8 for Sony E, a popular choice in the samyang lineup.
$999
Launch priceReleased Sep 2020
Samyang
AF 75mm F1.8 FE
Sony E Mount
AF 75mm F1.8 FE — 75mm f/1.8 for Sony E, a popular choice in the samyang lineup.
$349
Launch priceReleased Feb 2021
AF 75mm F1.8 FE is 5 months newer.
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Wins
AF 135mm F1.8 FE
Wins
AF 75mm F1.8 FE
3 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BAF 75mm F1.8 FE has lower Weight (257 g vs 822 g)
- BAF 75mm F1.8 FE has lower Length (69.1 mm vs 130.1 mm)
- AAF 135mm F1.8 FE has higher Max magnification (0.17 × vs 0.11 ×)
- BAF 75mm F1.8 FE has lower Diameter (67 mm vs 82 mm)
- BAF 75mm F1.8 FE has lower Min focus distance (75 cm vs 90 cm)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this lens size diff to shareAF 135mm F1.8 FE
⌀82 × 130 mm
822 g (1.81 lb / 29.00 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
AF 75mm F1.8 FE
⌀67 × 69 mm
257 g (0.57 lb / 9.07 oz)
AF 135mm F1.8 FE is 61mm longer and 15mm wider than AF 75mm F1.8 FE.
AF 135mm F1.8 FE is 565 g heavier than AF 75mm F1.8 FE.
Diameter (⌀) is the maximum barrel width; length is measured from the mount to the front of the lens.
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose the AF 135mm F1.8 FE
- ✓
Special elements
Adds 2 Aspherical, 2 HR
- ✓
Weather sealing
Only AF 135mm F1.8 FE supports it
- ✓
Control ring
Only AF 135mm F1.8 FE supports it
- ✓
Max magnification
0.17 × vs 0.11 × — higher is better
Reasons to choose the AF 75mm F1.8 FE
- ✓
Weight
257 g vs 822 g — lower is better
- ✓
Special elements
Adds 1 Aspherical, 1 HR
- ✓
Length
69.1 mm vs 130.1 mm — lower is better
- ✓
Diameter
67 mm vs 82 mm — lower is better
- ✓
Min focus distance
75 cm vs 90 cm — lower is better
Shared specifications
Max aperture (Wide)
Both f/1.8
Max aperture (Tele)
Both f/1.8
Internal focus
Both support internal focus
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
AF 135mm F1.8 FE
Pros
- ✓Prime design typically delivers strong sharpness and lighter weight
- ✓Weather-sealed construction for outdoor shooting
- ✓Native Sony E mount compatibility
Cons
- –Third-party or older alternatives may offer better value
AF 75mm F1.8 FE
Pros
- ✓Prime design typically delivers strong sharpness and lighter weight
- ✓Lightweight design easy to carry all day
- ✓Native Sony E mount compatibility
Cons
- –Third-party or older alternatives may offer better value
Decided which one is right for you?
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.