Samyang
Samyang is a celebrated manufacturer of optical products based in South Korea, founded in 1972. It was established by a group of passionate optical engineers and technologists who aimed to design and produce high-quality photo optics. Notable figures like Kim Hoon and Lee Joon Hyun played significant roles in empowering the brand to grow in the competitive lens market.
The company is well-known for its unique optical designs, particularly in prime lenses that offer excellent sharpness and low distortion. Samyang has made a name for itself through innovations such as wide-angle photographic lenses and fast aperture optics, appealing to both amateur and professional photographers.
Samyang's major product lines include a variety of focal lengths like fisheye, standard, telephoto, and macro lenses. Some notable models include the Samyang 14mm f/2.8 and the 85mm f/1.4, both highly praised for their performance.
Samyang has successfully penetrated various markets globally, selling its optics under its own brand. They also manufacture for other brands, furthering their reach.
In 2012, Samyang made a significant shift in its operations by acquiring the now-defunct Korean manufacturer, Bower, which expanded its presence in the U.S. market. The merger helped Samyang focus on enhancing product quality and innovation.
The company operates primarily out of its headquarters in South Korea, with additional manufacturing capabilities in places like China, allowing for a broader production scale and faster delivery times.
Today, Samyang is still active and continues to be a favorite among photographers. It has resisted being absorbed by larger corporations and maintains its identity and independence in the optics industry.
One interesting fact about Samyang is its commitment to offering a vast range of manual focusing lenses, appealing to photographers who appreciate the tactile nature of adjusting focus by hand.
They have collaborated with other optical companies and camera manufacturers, helping to refine their products and ensure compatibility across a range of camera systems.
Samyang’s impact on photography is profound, known for delivering great price-to-performance ratios. Their lenses are considered a solid option for budget-conscious photographers who desire high-quality optics.
The company has adapted its marketing strategies over the years, focusing on online communities of photographers, social media, and partnerships with influencers to reach niche markets.
Over time, Samyang has seen an evolution in its branding, with updates to its logo and a shift towards a modern aesthetic that matches current design trends while holding onto its traditional roots.
Samyang Lenses
Samyang 100mm f/2.8 ED UMC Macro
~$391
Samyang 100mm f/2.8 ED UMC Macro is a manual focus prime lens for full frame cameras.<p><b>Optical design</b></p>Has 9 aperture blades, with this amount of aperture blades you will be satisfied with the result. Bright lens thanks to the high aperture value Thanks to the macro capabilities this lens can make tiny things look big.<p><b>Physical characteristics</b></p>148 mm long, with this size carry only if you use it. With a lens filter diameter of 67 mm commonly filter size, presents numerous filter possibilities. Weights 730 grams so it is a heavy lens, consider using its own lens bag.
Samyang 100mm T/ 3.1 VDSLR ED UMC Macro
~$335
Samyang 100mm T/ 3.1 VDSLR ED UMC Macro is a manual focus prime lens for full frame cameras.<p><b>Optical design</b></p>Thanks to the macro capabilities this lens can make tiny things look big. Average brightness in this league Has 9 aperture blades, with this amount of aperture blades you will be satisfied with the result.<p><b>Physical characteristics</b></p>148 mm long, with this size carry only if you use it. Weights 730 grams so it is a heavy lens, consider using its own lens bag. With a lens filter diameter of 67 mm commonly filter size, offers a wide range of filter options.
Samyang 10mm f/2.8 ED AS NCS CS
~$309
Samyang 10mm f/2.8 ED AS NCS CS is a manual focus fisheye lens for aps-c cameras.<p><b>Optical design</b></p>Full frame equivalent focal length is 15.0 mm. Bright lens thanks to the high aperture value Has 6 aperture blades, this number of blades are commonly used. Having rounded blades provides out of focus circle shape closer to a circle.<p><b>Physical characteristics</b></p>78 mm long, requires consideration if you want to carry in the camera bag. Weights 585 grams so plan ahead, carry only if really necessary.
Samyang 10mm T/ 3.1 ED AS NCS CS VDSLR
~$202
Samyang 10mm T/ 3.1 ED AS NCS CS VDSLR is a manual focus fisheye lens for aps-c cameras.<p><b>Optical design</b></p>Has 6 aperture blades, this number of blades are commonly used. Having rounded blades provides out of focus circle shape closer to a circle. Average brightness in this league Full frame equivalent focal length is 15.0 mm.<p><b>Physical characteristics</b></p>Weights 590 grams so plan ahead, carry only if really necessary. 106 mm long, requires consideration if you want to carry in the camera bag.
Samyang 10mm T/ 3.1 VDSLR ED AS NCS CS II
~$202
Samyang 10mm T/ 3.1 VDSLR ED AS NCS CS II is a manual focus fisheye lens for aps-c cameras.<p><b>Optical design</b></p>Full frame equivalent focal length is 15.0 mm. Has 6 aperture blades, this number of blades are commonly used. Having rounded blades provides out of focus circle shape closer to a circle. Average brightness in this league<p><b>Physical characteristics</b></p>105 mm long, requires consideration if you want to carry in the camera bag. Weights 595 grams so plan ahead, carry only if really necessary.
Samyang 12mm f/2.0 NCS CS
~$222
Samyang 12mm f/2.0 NCS CS is a manual focus ultra-wide lens for aps-c cameras.<p><b>Optical design</b></p>Has 6 aperture blades, this number of blades are commonly used. Having rounded blades provides out of focus circle shape closer to a circle. Bright lens thanks to the high aperture value Full frame equivalent focal length is 18.0 mm.<p><b>Physical characteristics</b></p> With a lens filter diameter of 67 mm commonly filter size, provides a range of filter options. 59 mm long, this small lens should be always in the camera bag. Weights 260 grams so consider putting to your camera bag.
Samyang 12mm f/2.8 ED AS NCS Fisheye
~$276
Samyang 12mm f/2.8 ED AS NCS Fisheye is a manual focus ultra-wide lens for full frame cameras.<p><b>Optical design</b></p>Has 7 aperture blades, mid-grade lenses usually have this amount of blades. Having rounded blades provides out of focus circle shape closer to a circle. Bright lens thanks to the high aperture value<p><b>Physical characteristics</b></p>72 mm long, requires consideration if you want to carry in the camera bag. Weights 515 grams so plan ahead, carry only if really necessary.
Samyang 12mm T/ 2.2 Cine NCS CS
~$349
Samyang 12mm T/ 2.2 Cine NCS CS is a manual focus ultra-wide lens for aps-c cameras.<p><b>Optical design</b></p>Bright lens thanks to the high aperture value Has 6 aperture blades, this number of blades are commonly used. Having rounded blades provides out of focus circle shape closer to a circle. Full frame equivalent focal length is 18.0 mm.<p><b>Physical characteristics</b></p> With a lens filter diameter of 67 mm commonly filter size, offers a wide range of filter options. Weights 250 grams so consider putting to your camera bag. 59 mm long, this small lens should be always in the camera bag.
Samyang 12mm T/ 3.1 ED AS NCS Fisheye
~$25
Samyang 12mm T/ 3.1 ED AS NCS Fisheye is a manual focus ultra-wide lens for full frame cameras.<p><b>Optical design</b></p>Average brightness in this league Has 7 aperture blades, mid-grade lenses usually have this amount of blades. Having rounded blades provides out of focus circle shape closer to a circle.<p><b>Physical characteristics</b></p>72 mm long, requires consideration if you want to carry in the camera bag. Weights 525 grams so plan ahead, carry only if really necessary.
Samyang 12mm T/ 3.1 VDSLR ED AS NCS Fish-eye
~$25
Samyang 12mm T/ 3.1 VDSLR ED AS NCS Fish-eye is a manual focus ultra-wide lens for full frame cameras.<p><b>Optical design</b></p>Has 7 aperture blades, mid-grade lenses usually have this amount of blades. Having rounded blades provides out of focus circle shape closer to a circle. Average brightness in this league<p><b>Physical characteristics</b></p>Weights 520 grams so plan ahead, carry only if really necessary. 72 mm long, requires consideration if you want to carry in the camera bag.
Samyang 135mm f/2.0 ED UMC
~$708
Samyang 135mm f/2.0 ED UMC is a manual focus prime lens for full frame cameras.<p><b>Optical design</b></p>Has 9 aperture blades, with this amount of aperture blades you will be satisfied with the result. Bright lens thanks to the high aperture value<p><b>Physical characteristics</b></p>121 mm long, requires consideration if you want to carry in the camera bag. With a lens filter diameter of 77 mm this lens deserves a good quality filter, this is commonly filter size, gives you a variety of filter options. Weights 830 grams so it is a heavy lens, consider using its own lens bag.
Samyang 135mm f/2 ED UMC
~$466
Samyang 135mm f/2 ED UMC is a manual focus prime lens for full frame cameras.<p><b>Optical design</b></p>Bright lens thanks to the high aperture value Has 9 aperture blades, with this amount of aperture blades you will be satisfied with the result.<p><b>Physical characteristics</b></p>Weights 830 grams so it is a heavy lens, consider using its own lens bag. 122 mm long, requires consideration if you want to carry in the camera bag. With a lens filter diameter of 77 mm this lens deserves a good quality filter, this is commonly filter size, gives you a variety of filter options.
Samyang 135mm T/ 2.2 ED UMC VDSLR
~$399
Samyang 135mm T/ 2.2 ED UMC VDSLR is a manual focus prime lens for full frame cameras.<p><b>Optical design</b></p>Has 9 aperture blades, with this amount of aperture blades you will be satisfied with the result. Bright lens thanks to the high aperture value<p><b>Physical characteristics</b></p>Weights 835 grams so it is a heavy lens, consider using its own lens bag. With a lens filter diameter of 77 mm this lens deserves a good quality filter, this is commonly filter size, presents numerous filter possibilities. 122 mm long, requires consideration if you want to carry in the camera bag.
Samyang 135mm T/ 2.2 VDSLR ED UMC
~$399
Samyang 135mm T/ 2.2 VDSLR ED UMC is a manual focus prime lens for full frame cameras.<p><b>Optical design</b></p>Bright lens thanks to the high aperture value Has 9 aperture blades, with this amount of aperture blades you will be satisfied with the result.<p><b>Physical characteristics</b></p>121 mm long, requires consideration if you want to carry in the camera bag. With a lens filter diameter of 77 mm this lens deserves a good quality filter, this is commonly filter size, gives you a variety of filter options. Weights 830 grams so it is a heavy lens, consider using its own lens bag.
Samyang 14mm f/2.8 ED AS IF UMC
~$243
Samyang 14mm f/2.8 ED AS IF UMC is a manual focus ultra-wide lens for full frame cameras.<p><b>Optical design</b></p>Has 6 aperture blades, this number of blades are commonly used. Having rounded blades provides out of focus circle shape closer to a circle. Bright lens thanks to the high aperture value<p><b>Physical characteristics</b></p>96 mm long, requires consideration if you want to carry in the camera bag. Weights 555 grams so plan ahead, carry only if really necessary.
Samyang 14mm f/2.8 IF ED MC Aspherical
~$210
Samyang 14mm f/2.8 IF ED MC Aspherical is a manual focus ultra-wide lens for full frame cameras.<p><b>Optical design</b></p>Bright lens thanks to the high aperture value Has 6 aperture blades, this number of blades are commonly used. Having rounded blades provides out of focus circle shape closer to a circle.<p><b>Physical characteristics</b></p>Weights 555 grams so plan ahead, carry only if really necessary. 92 mm long, requires consideration if you want to carry in the camera bag.
Samyang 14mm T/ 3.1 ED AS IF UMC VDSLR
~$143
Samyang 14mm T/ 3.1 ED AS IF UMC VDSLR is a manual focus ultra-wide lens for full frame cameras.<p><b>Optical design</b></p>Has 6 aperture blades, this number of blades are commonly used. Having rounded blades provides out of focus circle shape closer to a circle. Average brightness in this league<p><b>Physical characteristics</b></p>96 mm long, requires consideration if you want to carry in the camera bag. Weights 620 grams so it is a heavy lens, consider using its own lens bag.
Samyang 14mm T/ 3.1 VDSLR ED AS IF UMC II
~$127
Samyang 14mm T/ 3.1 VDSLR ED AS IF UMC II is a manual focus ultra-wide lens for full frame cameras.<p><b>Optical design</b></p>Average brightness in this league Has 6 aperture blades, this number of blades are commonly used. Having rounded blades provides out of focus circle shape closer to a circle.<p><b>Physical characteristics</b></p>Weights 640 grams so it is a heavy lens, consider using its own lens bag. 122 mm long, requires consideration if you want to carry in the camera bag.
Samyang 16mm f/2.0 ED AS UMC CS
~$238
Samyang 16mm f/2.0 ED AS UMC CS is a manual focus ultra-wide lens for aps-c cameras.<p><b>Optical design</b></p>Bright lens thanks to the high aperture value Has 8 aperture blades, with this amount of aperture blades you will be satisfied with the result. Full frame equivalent focal length is 24.0 mm.<p><b>Physical characteristics</b></p> With a lens filter diameter of 77 mm this lens deserves a good quality filter, this is commonly filter size, gives you a variety of filter options. 115 mm long, requires consideration if you want to carry in the camera bag. Weights 613 grams so it is a heavy lens, consider using its own lens bag.
Samyang 16mm f/2.2 VDLSR ED AS UMC CS II
~$159
Samyang 16mm f/2.2 VDLSR ED AS UMC CS II is a manual focus ultra-wide lens for aps-c cameras.<p><b>Optical design</b></p>Full frame equivalent focal length is 24.0 mm. Bright lens thanks to the high aperture value Has 8 aperture blades, with this amount of aperture blades you will be satisfied with the result.<p><b>Physical characteristics</b></p>Weights 585 grams so plan ahead, carry only if really necessary. 88 mm long, requires consideration if you want to carry in the camera bag. With a lens filter diameter of 77 mm this lens deserves a good quality filter, this is commonly filter size, provides a range of filter options.
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