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AF 12mm F2 E
Now APS-C camera users who prefer to use autofocus lenses can easily capture vast sceneries with high resolution. Samyang's advanced AF technology is adoted to Samyang MF 12mm F2.0 which has been loved by its outstanding image quality. Thus, clear images without distortion and vignetting can be obtained through in-body image stabilization. Meet the AF 12mm F2 E equipped with new design and weather sealing feature!
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Product Planner / Jihoon Lee
Astrophotography-Centric
Samyang MF 12mm F2.0, one of the Samyang's bestsellers, now adopts the Autofocus system!
This new prime lens is the world's first Autofocus 12mm lens compatible with E mount, which performs optimally on Sony APS-C mirrorless cameras.
1. It's the only option for APS-C users who want ultra-wide-angle autofocus lens.
2. It's a perfect match to compact APS-C camera with gimbal, since it's very compact and light.
3. It includes useful design features as well as new modern design to meet the photographers' needs.
It has new modern designs such as matt finishing and a hidden red ring. An ergonomically designed grip with a micro pattern rubber ring maximizes the usability. A weather-sealing feature and a rear protective glass prevent dust, light rain, and snow from penetrating.
Bright F2 aperture guarantees faster shutter speed in low light condition while capturing astrophotography or nightscapes. 5 special glasses (1 H-ASP, 1 ASP, and 3 ED) in this lens deliver exceptional resolution from the center to corner, minimizing optical aberration. Meet the 'Astrophotography-Centric' lens for the photographers who want both astrophotography and Autofocus system.
Ideal Autofocus Wide-angle Prime Lens for Astrophotography Specifically Designed for APS-C Users
Perfect APS-C Ultra Wide Angle Lens for Astrophotography
The AF 12mm F2 E is a dream lens for APS-C users who want to take astrophotography. This 12mm focal length lens provides an ultra-wide-angle of view of 99.1° and has full compatibility with Sony APS-C mirrorless cameras (E mount). Now APS-C photographers can create wide angle astrophotography in harmony with the background landscape by taking advantage of wide angle of view. This lens offers a bright F2 aperture which guarantees faster shutter speed in low light conditions, and this makes you capture clear and round star shape.
Exceptional Resolution
You can take the starry night or nightscape images with outstanding image quality thanks to the advanced optical design incorporating 5 special elements (1 H-ASP, 1 ASP, and 3 ED). This lens achieves exceptional resolution image quality from the center to the edges of the frame, even at F2 maximum aperture. The backlight haze is effectively decreased due to the 14-layer-special coating even with the small hood.
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A Perfect Match to Compact APS-C Cameras
Compact & Lightweight with New Modern Design
AF 12mm F2 E is the lightest and smallest AF 12mm lens currently in the market. Weighing only 213g(7.5oz) and measuring only 59.2mm(2.3in) in length, this new 12mm strikes the perfect balance of portability and outstanding performance and is a perfect match to compact APS-C camera with gimbal. This lens includes new modern design features such as matt finishing and a hidden red ring. Photographer's shooting environment as well as modern design is considered. An designed grip with a micro pattern rubber ring maximizes the usability. A weather-sealing feature and a rear protective glass prevent dust, light rain, and snow from penetrating. It allows you to capture stunning images in less than perfect conditions.
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Versatile Lens Night and Day
Impressive Shallow Depth of Field and Bokeh with Bright F2 Aperture
Bright F2 aperture offers beautifully blurred background. The subject and background are effectively separated, creating an impressive ultra wide images with shallow depth of field. The 7-blade circular aperture contributes natural-looking bokeh and impressive starburst effect.
Short Minimum Focusing Distance
The short minimum focusing distance, only 0.19m (0.62ft), enables you to capture various close-ups such as funny portraits, food on the table, and indoors images. Take a couple of steps closer to your subject and get creative images!
Fast and Quiet Auto Focus Performance
Now Autofocus needs to consider not only how more accurately and quickly it captures images, but also how quiet and smooth it is. Thanks to the Samyang's Linear STM (Stepping Motor), a larger and heavier focus lens group can be controlled more quietly and precisely, providing excellent image quality in photos and videos. The superb auto focus performance is specifically ideal for shooting videos since this lens is a perfect match with a compact APS-C camera and a gimbal.
Technical Information
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Specifications
Model Name
AF 12mm F2 E
Aperture Range
F2 ~ 22
Lens Optical
Construction
12 Elements in 10 Groups
Special Lens
H-ASP 1, ASP 1, ED 3
Coating
UMC
Minimum Focusing Distance
0.19m (0.62ft)
Magnification Ratio
x0.09
Diaphragm Blades
7
Filter Size (mm)
Φ 62.0
Maximum Diameter (mm)
Φ 70.0
Mount
Sony E
Angle of view
APS-C
99.1˚
Length (mm)
59.2mm / 2.3in
Weight Without Lens Cap, Hood
213g / 7.5oz
Weight
224g
Weather Sealing
O
AF/MF mode switch
X
AF Motor
Linear STM
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MTF Chart
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Optical Construction
| Model Name | AF 12mm F2 E | ||
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| Aperture Range | F2 ~ 22 | ||
| Lens Optical | Construction | 12 Elements in 10 Groups | |
| Special Lens | H-ASP 1, ASP 1, ED 3 | ||
| Coating | UMC | ||
| Minimum Focusing Distance | 0.19m (0.62ft) | ||
| Magnification Ratio | x0.09 | ||
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | ||
| Filter Size (mm) | Φ 62.0 | ||
| Maximum Diameter (mm) | Φ 70.0 | ||
| Mount | Sony E | ||
| Angle of view | APS-C | 99.1˚ | |
| Length (mm) | 59.2mm / 2.3in | ||
| Weight Without Lens Cap, Hood | 213g / 7.5oz | ||
| Weight | 224g | ||
| Weather Sealing | O | ||
| AF/MF mode switch | X | ||
| AF Motor | Linear STM | ||
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Is this lens good for videos? I tested what this lens is capable of in terms of its autofocus, and its field of view. It's really compact and lightweight to balance on my gimbal and performs well.
Amirul Noorazmi -
AF 12mm F2 E
If you are looking for a wide lens for your Sony APS-C mirrorless camera, you're in luck because the legendary Samyang 12mm F2 is back with Autofocus!
Ariff Suffian -
AF 12mm F2 E
Are you looking to start astrophotography or doing interior, architecture, street photography with your Sony APS-C camera? I'd recommend this AF 12mm F2 lens for you!
Amirul Noorazmi -
AF 12mm F2 E
Samyang AF 12mm F2 E is the best vlog and cinematic wide lens for Sony mirrorless cameras. It's an ultra-wide-angle lens with beautiful bokeh and outstanding AF performance.
DB Vares -
AF 12mm F2 E
Samyang AF 12mm F2 E is the perfect match with Sony mirrorless cameras. I love the design, compactness, lightness, superb sharpness, short MOD, and the great performance on the backlight haze!
Hyun Ralph Jeong -
AF 12mm F2 E
[JP] Samyang AF 12mm F2 E lens is one of the best lenses for Sony ZV-E10. This lens is the perfect match for the camera!
Keisuke Takasawa -
AF 12mm F2 E
[KR] AF 12mm F2 E is small and lightweight lens which can capture even astrophotography. This wide angle lens will be welcomed for APS-C camera users.
SLRclub -
AF 12mm F2 E
[DE] I like to take architecture photography with Samyang AF 12mm F2 E. It has outstanding autofocus performance and weather sealing. It's a very good option for Sony APS-C camera users!
Michael Ziegann -
AF 12mm F2 E
This is a great option for those wanting a wider angle when traveling or working on a gimbal. It has a great angle of view that is right in the sweet spot for landscape, city, or architecture.
Dustin Abbott -
AF 24mm F1.8 FE & AF 12mm F2 E
[KR] AF 24mm F1.8 FE and AF 12mm F2 E achieve exceptional resolution image quality from the center to the edges of the frame. Each lens is compact and lightwight and a perfect match for Sony cameras.
IT dongA -
AF 12mm F2 E
The Samyang AF 12mm F2 E is a small and light ultra-wide lens for APS-C format that is well made and performs well. It's fast and silent AF and short M.O.D. Highly Recommended!
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