Samyang 50 mm f/1.4 AS UMC vs Venus Optics LAOWA 50 mm T2.9 Macro APO Cine
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| Compare | Fastest Aperture | |
|---|---|---|
| Mount | ||
| Best For | Portrait Street | Macro Street |
Optical Specifications | ||
| Focal Length | 50 mm | 50 mm |
| Aperture | f/1.4-22 | f/2.9 |
| Aperture Blades | 8 | 7 |
Features | ||
| Autofocus | Yes | No |
| Image Stabilization | No | No |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
Close-up Performance | ||
| Min. Focus Distance | 0.45 m | 0.14 m |
| Max. Magnification | - | 2x |
Physical Specifications | ||
| Weight | 535 g | 289 g |
| Length | 81.6 mm | 58 mm |
| Diameter | 74.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Filter Thread | 77 mm | 49 mm |
Price & Availability | ||
| Release Year | 2014 | - |
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Comparing Samyang 50 mm f/1.4 AS UMC (50 mm, f/1.4-22) and Venus Optics LAOWA 50 mm T2.9 Macro APO Cine (50 mm, f/2.9).
Venus Optics LAOWA 50 mm T2.9 Macro APO Cine is the lightest at 289 g, Samyang 50 mm f/1.4 AS UMC weighs 535 g.
Samyang 50 mm f/1.4 AS UMC offers the fastest maximum aperture at f/1.4-22, allowing for better low-light performance and shallower depth of field.
Venus Optics LAOWA 50 mm T2.9 Macro APO Cine can focus closest at 0.14 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.
