Samyang AF 60-180mm f/2.8 FE
Samyang · 60–180 mm · f/2.8
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What We Like
+Ultra-lightweight at 730g—significantly lighter than traditional 70-200mm f/2.8 lenses (Sony GM II: 1,045g)
+Constant f/2.8 aperture throughout entire zoom range ensures consistent exposure and excellent depth-of-field control
+Compact extending design measures just 149-174.4mm, balancing portability with reach
+Excellent minimum focus distance of 0.35m with 0.26x magnification offers close-up capability rare in telephoto zooms
+Co-engineered with Schneider-Kreuznach for premium optical quality with minimal aberrations
+Comprehensive pro-grade controls including focus-hold button, zoom lock, and USB-C firmware port
Worth Knowing
−No in-lens optical stabilization—relies entirely on camera body's IBIS
−20mm less maximum reach than Sony's 70-200mm f/2.8 standard (180mm vs 200mm)
−Filter thread incompatibility with sibling AF 24-60mm lens (77mm vs 72mm)
−Recently announced product may have limited immediate availability in some markets
General | |
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About This LensThe AF 60-180mm f/2.8 FE is a compact and versatile lens for Sony full-frame systems, designed as a professional telephoto option without the size and weight of traditional 70-200mm F2.8 lenses. Weighing just 730 g, it is the lightest in its class, while the constant F2.8 aperture ensures consistent exposure throughout the zoom range and provides excellent control over depth of field, making it ideal for low-light environments, smooth background separation and video work without exposure shifts while zooming. Together with the AF 14-24mm F2.8 FE and AF 24-60mm F2.8 FE, the new lens completes a truly lightweight zoom system, covering the entire focal range from 14mm to 180mm using just three lenses. | |
| 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. | Sony E |
System ⓘIndicates which camera system the lens is designed to attach to. | Sony E |
Maximum Format ⓘLargest sensor size compatible with the lens. |  Full Frame |
Physical | |
| Lens Weight | 730 g |
Lens Diameter ⓘWidth of the lens at its widest point | 86.7 mm |
Lens Length ⓘHow long the lens is from front to back. | 149 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 ) | 60–180 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 | 36.9°–13.7° |
Flange Focal Distance ⓘDistance from lens mount to sensor. | 18 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 |  Yes |
Zoom Mechanism ⓘSystem enabling zoom function |  Manual |
Zoom Ring ⓘIf zooming is adjusted using a zoom ring |  Yes |
Zoom Type ⓘThe design or approach to zooming |  Rotary |
Closest Focusing Distance ⓘMinimum distance for a subject to be in focus. | 35 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 |
Zoom Lock ⓘZoom lock allows the zoom ring to be locked at the desired focal length |  Yes |
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. | 17 |
| Groups | 14 |
Aspherical Elements ⓘThe number of aspherical lens elements which can help correct aberrations such as spherical aberration. | 2 |
Bi Aspherical Elements ⓘElements with two non-spherical surfaces | 0 |
Low Dispersion ⓘElements that reduce chromatic aberration | 7 |
Super Low Dispersion ⓘAdvanced elements further reducing chromatic aberration | 0 |
CA Reduction ⓘBuilt-in features to reduce chromatic aberration | 0 |