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Samyang SYDS14M-NEX 14mm T3.1 Cine Lens for Sony E-Mount

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Capture Stunning Wide-Angle Cinematic FootageThe Samyang SYDS14M-NEX VDSLR II 14mm T3.1 Cine Lens is designed for Sony Alpha cameras with an E mount. This ultra-wide-angle lens offers exceptional optical performance for professional video production. Focal Length: 14mm Aperture: T3.1 Mount: Sony...

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Overview

Capture Stunning Wide-Angle Cinematic Footage

The Samyang SYDS14M-NEX VDSLR II 14mm T3.1 Cine Lens is designed for Sony Alpha cameras with an E mount. This ultra-wide-angle lens offers exceptional optical performance for professional video production.

  • Focal Length: 14mm
  • Aperture: T3.1
  • Mount: Sony E
  • Type: Wide-Angle Cine Lens

Key Features

Full frame coverage with aperture range of T3.1 - T22

New VDSLR II line that is color matched with other Samyang VDSLR II lenses and have unified gear and aperture positions among all Samyang VDSLR II lenses

115.7 degrees angle of view on full frame cameras & 89.9 degrees angle of view on APS-C

Minimum focusing distance of 11 inches

Specifications

Focal Length
14mm
Aperture Range
T3.1 - T22
Mount Type
Sony E-Mount
Sensor Coverage
Full frame
Angle of View (Full Frame)
115.7 degrees
Angle of View (APS-C)
89.9 degrees
Minimum Focusing Distance
11 inches
Product Line
VDSLR II
Color Matching
Color matched with other Samyang VDSLR II lenses
Unified Features
Unified gear and aperture positions

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • Offers full-frame coverage with an aperture range of T3.1 to T22, providing versatile light control for various shooting conditions
  • Part of the new VDSLR II line, specifically designed to be color-matched with other Samyang VDSLR II lenses for consistent image quality
  • Features unified gear and aperture positions across all Samyang VDSLR II lenses, simplifying follow focus and aperture adjustments during shoots
  • Provides a wide 115.7 degrees angle of view on full-frame cameras, suitable for capturing expansive scenes and architectural shots
  • Maintains a close minimum focusing distance of 11 inches, allowing for detailed close-up shots even with a wide-angle perspective
  • Designed specifically for Sony E-Mount cameras, ensuring compatibility with a popular mirrorless system for videographers

👎 Cons

  • Being a cine lens, it is typically manual focus, which may require more skill and time to operate compared to autofocus lenses
  • The T3.1 maximum aperture, while fast, is not as wide as some prime lenses available, which could be a factor in very low-light conditions
  • Unified gear and aperture positions are beneficial within the Samyang VDSLR II line, but less relevant if only using this single lens
  • The wide 115.7-degree angle of view, while advantageous for some, can introduce significant distortion if not managed properly
  • The fixed 14mm focal length means it is not a zoom lens, requiring photographers to physically move to change their composition

Frequently Asked Questions

This Samyang SYDS14M-NEX 14mm T3.1 Cine Lens is specifically designed for Sony E-Mount cameras.
Yes, this lens offers full frame coverage, making it suitable for both full-frame and APS-C sensor cameras.
The widest aperture available on this lens is T3.1, allowing for effective low-light shooting and depth of field control.
It is part of the new VDSLR II line, meaning it is color-matched and has unified gear and aperture positions with other lenses in the series for consistent workflow.
The minimum focusing distance for this lens is 11 inches, enabling close-up shots even with its wide-angle perspective.