16 mm f/2.0 ED AS UMC CS vs Xeen 16 mm T2.6
Samyang
16 mm f/2.0 ED AS UMC CS
Samyang
Xeen 16 mm T2.6
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| Compare | Lightest Fastest Aperture | |
|---|---|---|
| Mount | ||
| Sensor Size | Full Frame | Full Frame |
| Best For | Landscape Budget | Landscape |
Price & Availability | ||
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Optical Specifications | ||
| Focal Length | 16 mm | 16 mm |
| Aperture | f/2 | f/2.6 |
| Aperture Blades | 8 | 11 |
Features | ||
| Autofocus | Yes | No |
| Image Stabilization | No | No |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
Close-up Performance | ||
| Min. Focus Distance | 0.2 m | 0.3 m |
| Max. Magnification | - | - |
Physical Specifications | ||
| Weight | 583 g | 1175 g |
| Length | 83 mm | 117.6 mm |
| Diameter | 89.4 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Filter Thread | 77 mm | 114 mm |
Price & Availability | ||
| Release Year | 2013 | 2016 |
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Comparing Samyang 16 mm f/2.0 ED AS UMC CS (16 mm, f/2) and Samyang Xeen 16 mm T2.6 (16 mm, f/2.6).
Samyang 16 mm f/2.0 ED AS UMC CS is the lightest at 583 g, Samyang Xeen 16 mm T2.6 weighs 1175 g.
Samyang 16 mm f/2.0 ED AS UMC CS offers the fastest maximum aperture at f/2, allowing for better low-light performance and shallower depth of field.
Samyang 16 mm f/2.0 ED AS UMC CS can focus closest at 0.2 m minimum focus distance.
Use the detailed comparison table below to see all specifications side-by-side and find the perfect lens for your photography needs.
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Here we are comparing the Samyang 16 mm f/2.0 ED AS UMC CS and the Samyang Xeen 16 mm T2.6. The Samyang 16 mm f/2.0 ED AS UMC CS is a 16mm wide-angle prime lens with a maximum aperture of f/2, released in 2013. The Samyang Xeen 16 mm T2.6 is a 16mm wide-angle prime lens with a maximum aperture of f/2.6, released in 2016.
There is a 3 years difference between the Samyang 16 mm f/2.0 ED AS UMC CS and the Samyang Xeen 16 mm T2.6 — the newer design may benefit from more recent optical engineering and coatings.
Below you will find a detailed side-by-side comparison of their specifications, features, and key differences.
