Samyang Xeen 16 mm T2.6 vs Sony FE 16 mm f/1.8 G
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| Compare | Lightest Fastest Aperture | |
|---|---|---|
| Mount | ||
| Sensor Size | Full Frame | Full Frame |
| Best For | Landscape | Landscape Budget |
Optical Specifications | ||
| Focal Length | 16 mm | 16 mm |
| Aperture | f/2.6 | f/1.8 |
| Aperture Blades | 11 | 11 |
Features | ||
| Autofocus | No | Yes |
| Image Stabilization | No | No |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
Close-up Performance | ||
| Min. Focus Distance | 0.3 m | 0.15 m |
| Max. Magnification | - | 0.25x |
Physical Specifications | ||
| Weight | 1175 g | 304 g |
| Length | 117.6 mm | 73.8 mm |
| Diameter | 95.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Filter Thread | 114 mm | 67 mm |
Price & Availability | ||
| Release Year | 2016 | 2025 |
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Comparing Samyang Xeen 16 mm T2.6 (16 mm, f/2.6) and Sony FE 16 mm f/1.8 G (16 mm, f/1.8).
Sony FE 16 mm f/1.8 G is the lightest at 304 g, Samyang Xeen 16 mm T2.6 weighs 1175 g.
Sony FE 16 mm f/1.8 G offers the fastest maximum aperture at f/1.8, allowing for better low-light performance and shallower depth of field.
Sony FE 16 mm f/1.8 G can focus closest at 0.15 m minimum focus distance.
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