Samyang
AF 24mm F1.8 FE
Sony E Mount
AF 24mm F1.8 FE — 24mm f/1.8 for Sony E, a popular choice in the samyang lineup.
$399
Launch priceReleased Sep 2020
Samyang
AF 35mm F1.4 FE II
Sony E Mount
AF 35mm F1.4 FE II — 35mm f/1.4 for Sony E, a popular choice in the samyang lineup.
$799
Launch priceReleased Aug 2022
AF 35mm F1.4 FE II is 1.9 years newer.
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Wins
AF 24mm F1.8 FE
Wins
AF 35mm F1.4 FE II
1 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AAF 24mm F1.8 FE has lower Weight (230 g vs 659 g)
- AAF 24mm F1.8 FE has lower Length (70.5 mm vs 105.7 mm)
- BAF 35mm F1.4 FE II has higher Max magnification (0.17 × vs 0.13 ×)
- BAF 35mm F1.4 FE II has lower Max aperture (Wide) (f/1.4 vs f/1.8)
- BAF 35mm F1.4 FE II has lower Max aperture (Tele) (f/1.4 vs f/1.8)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this lens size diff to shareAF 24mm F1.8 FE
⌀65 × 71 mm
230 g (0.51 lb / 8.11 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
AF 35mm F1.4 FE II
⌀77 × 106 mm
659 g (1.45 lb / 23.25 oz)
AF 24mm F1.8 FE is 35mm shorter and 12mm narrower than AF 35mm F1.4 FE II.
AF 24mm F1.8 FE is 429 g lighter than AF 35mm F1.4 FE II.
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 24mm F1.8 FE
- ✓
Weight
230 g vs 659 g — lower is better
- ✓
Special elements
Adds 1 HR
- ✓
Length
70.5 mm vs 105.7 mm — lower is better
- ✓
Min focus distance
25 cm vs 30 cm — lower is better
- ✓
Diameter
65 mm vs 76.5 mm — lower is better
Reasons to choose the AF 35mm F1.4 FE II
- ✓
Weather sealing
Only AF 35mm F1.4 FE II supports it
- ✓
Special elements
Adds 2 HR
- ✓
Max aperture (Wide)
f/1.4 vs f/1.8 — lower is better
- ✓
Max aperture (Tele)
f/1.4 vs f/1.8 — lower is better
- ✓
Max magnification
0.17 × vs 0.13 × — higher is better
Shared specifications
Internal focus
Both support internal focus
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
AF 24mm 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
AF 35mm F1.4 FE II
Pros
- ✓Bright f/1.4 aperture for low light and subject separation
- ✓Prime design typically delivers strong sharpness and lighter weight
- ✓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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Samyang AF 24mm F1.8 FE
Samyang AF 35mm F1.4 FE II
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.