The Samyang AF 75mm f/1.8 FE offers a unique focal length in a lens that is quite lightweight and compact in addition to being very affordable, making it an interesting option for portrait photographers. This great video review takes a look at the lens and the sort of performance and image quality you can expect from it in practice.
Coming to you from Dustin Abbott, this excellent video review takes a look at the Samyang AF 75mm f/1.8 FE lens. In spite of its affordable sub-$300 price, the 75mm f/1.8 still comes with a variety of useful features, including:
- Three extra-low dispersion elements for less chromatic aberrations and increased clarity
- Two high-refractive index elements for less spherical aberrations and distortion and sharper images
- Ultra Multi-Coating for less flares and ghosting and deeper contrast
- Linear STM autofocus motor for fast and quiet focus
- Manual focus override
- Customizable switch
- Rounded nine-blade diaphragm for smoother bokeh
- Included lens hood
- Small footprint: 2.56 by 2.72 inches (65 x 69 mm)
- Weight: 8.11 oz (230 g)
Altogether, the AF 75mm f/1.8 FE looks like an excellent option for anyone looking for a versatile and portable portrait lens that will not break the bank. Check out the video above for Abbott's full thoughts.
I love this lens.