Samyang AF 14-24mm f/2.8
Samyang · 14–24 mm · f/2.8
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What We Like
+Exceptional compactness and lightweight (445g) for an ultra-wide f/2.8 zoom—significantly lighter than competitors
+77mm front filter thread uncommon in ultra-wide zooms, enabling use of standard ND and polarizing filters
+Excellent astrophotography performance with minimal coma correction and sharpness at f/2.8
+Versatile 14-24mm range with consistent f/2.8 aperture throughout and 0.18m close focus across entire range
+Fast, silent linear stepping motor autofocus with customizable function button and USB-C firmware updates
+Collaborative Schneider-Kreuznach optical design combining German precision with Korean manufacturing
Worth Knowing
−Flare resistance issues with noticeable ring flare and veiling flare at certain angles, especially at 14mm setting
−Corner sharpness softness at f/2.8, requiring stopping down to f/8 for optimal edge-to-edge performance
−Uncovered USB-C port vulnerable to dust and moisture despite overall weather sealing claim
−Non-parfocal design requires focus adjustment when changing focal length
General | |
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About This LensThe LK Samyang AF 14-24mm F2.8 L is an ultra-wide zoom lens designed for versatility across a wide range of shooting environments, widely appreciated for its outstanding optical performance and excellent portability in L-mount. It's noticeably more compact and lightweight than competing 14-24mm F2.8 lenses, weighing just 441 g and measuring 87mm long, compared to the Sigma which weighs 795 g and measures 131 mm long. Like the E-mount version, it accepts front filters (77mm), making it the only L-mount 14-24mm F2.8 lens to do so. It delivers sharp results across the frame when stopped down, tracks moving subjects well, and brings creative freedom thanks to its close focusing and front filter compatibility. | |
| Brand | Samyang |
| Release Year | 2026 |
Production Status ⓘCurrent status of lens manufacturing (e.g., in production, discontinued). |  In Production |
Lens Mount ⓘThe lens mount will tell you what type of lens range you can fit onto the camera body. Often the same camera company will have different lens ranges for different cameras. | Leica L |
System ⓘIndicates which camera system the lens is designed to attach to. | Leica L |
Physical | |
| Lens Weight | 441 g |
Lens Diameter ⓘWidth of the lens at its widest point | 84 mm |
Lens Length ⓘHow long the lens is from front to back. | 86.8 mm |
Front Filter Compatible ⓘSome lenses are compatible with front filters, some are compatible with back filters and some are compatible with both. Front filters are usually more convenient to add and remove. |  Yes |
Front Filter Size ⓘDiameter of attachable filters. | 77 mm |
Optics | |
Focal Range ⓘShortest to longest focal length of the lens (zoom range start - end ) | 24 mm |
Aperture Range ⓘLargest aperture at the lens's shortest focal length to longest focal length (aperture range start - end) | 2.8 |
| Focal Length Angle of View | 114.2°–84.1° |
Flange Focal Distance ⓘDistance from lens mount to sensor. | 20 mm |
Diaphragm Type ⓘStructure and design of the aperture |  Automatic |
Blades ⓘNumber of diaphragm blades in aperture | 9020 |
Zoom Lens ⓘZoom allows you to vary the focal length, change between long shots and close-ups | No |
Closest Focusing Distance ⓘMinimum distance for a subject to be in focus. | 18 cm01500 |
Maximum Magnification ⓘLargest size a subject can be reproduced | 0.26x |
| Autofocus Mode |  Yes |
| Manual Mode |  Yes |
| Manual Focusing Ring |  Yes |
Features | |
Weather Sealing ⓘWeather sealing capabilities will give you more confidence when shooting in unfavourable conditions. |  Yes |
Fluorine Coating ⓘCoating to repel water and oil from lens elements. | No |
| Built In Lens Hood | No |
| Lens Hood Type |  Petal |
Teleconverter ⓘA teleconverter (extender) is an extra piece of equipment that fits between the lens and the camera body to enhance magnification | No |
| Image Stabilization | No |
Construction | |
Elements ⓘLens elements refer to individual pieces of glass within the lens. | 15 |
| Groups | 11 |
Aspherical Elements ⓘThe number of aspherical lens elements which can help correct aberrations such as spherical aberration. | 3 |
Bi Aspherical Elements ⓘElements with two non-spherical surfaces | 0 |
Low Dispersion ⓘElements that reduce chromatic aberration | 3 |
Super Low Dispersion ⓘAdvanced elements further reducing chromatic aberration | 0 |
CA Reduction ⓘBuilt-in features to reduce chromatic aberration | 0 |
Internal Focusing ⓘInternal Focusing means that the lens does not change in size during focusing, and the front element does not rotate. |  Yes |