Measured against Sony mirrorless, 43 MP, KB: The 1.4/85 belongs to Samyang's MF line and unfortunately cannot match the performance of the AF 1.8/35 mm. At f/1.4, resolution and contrast fall short of expectations. The edge fall-off - especially of the contrast - is very high. Stopping down improves the readings in the centre of the image significantly...
Samyang AF 85mm f/1.4
Nikon F, APS-C / DXOnly 4 pieces in stock at supplier
Product details
The Samyang AF 85mm F1.4 F is equipped with a bright aperture of F1.4. This new 85mm lens consists of 9 elements in 7 groups, including 1 hybrid aspherical element. It features an Ultra Multi Coating that helps reduce ghosting and lens flare. This lens offers smooth zooming and a beautiful bokeh effect with excellent resolution at the center. The AF 85mm F1.4 F lens is equipped with many of Samyang's most advanced lens technologies, making it ideal for various shooting situations such as portraits, outdoor photography, pets, and more. Additionally, it is lightweight and compact, weighing only 480 g without the lens cap and hood, maximizing portability and ease of use.
Lens type | Prime lens, Telephoto lens |
Bayonet lens mount | Nikon F |
Sensor compatibility | APS-C / DX |
Focus type | Autofocus |
Weight | 480 g |
Item number | 11434293 |
Manufacturer | Samyang |
Category | Lenses |
Manufacturer no. | F1111203103 |
Release date | 4.7.2019 |
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Colour | Black |
Material group | Metal |
Material | Aluminium |
Minimum focus distance | 0.90 m |
Lens type | Prime lens, Telephoto lens |
Bayonet lens mount | Nikon F |
Aperture | 1.40 f/ |
Min. aperture | 16 f/ |
Min. focal length (exact) | 85 mm |
Focal length | 85 mm |
Sensor compatibility | APS-C / DX |
Number of diaphragm blades | 9x |
Filter thread | 77 mm |
Number of lenses | 9 |
Number of lens groups | 7 |
Lens equipment | Filter thread |
Optical zoom | 1x |
Focus type | Autofocus |
Country code | EN |
Min. aperture opening | f/16 |
Max. aperture | f/16 |
Filter thread | 0.08 m |
Country of origin | China |
CO₂ emissions | 0.9 kg |
Climate contribution | CHF 0.11 |
Scope of delivery | Frontlens Cap, Lens, Lens Hood, Rear lens cap |
Weight | 480 g |
Length | 74.50 mm |
Diameter | 88 mm |
Length | 17 cm |
Width | 13 cm |
Height | 13 cm |
Weight | 738 g |
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Warranty score
How often does a product of this brand in the «Lenses» category have a defect within the first 24 months?
Source: Digitec Galaxus- 13.Thypoch0.9 %
- 15.TTArtisan1 %
- 16.Samyang1.1 %
- 16.Viltrox1.1 %
- 18.Dzofilm1.6 %
Warranty case duration
How many working days on average does it take to process a warranty claim from when it arrives at the service centre until it’s back with the customer?
Source: Digitec Galaxus- 3.Laowa3 days
- 4.Sigma5 days
- 5.Samyang7 days
- 6.Nikon9 days
- 6.Tamron9 days
Return rate
How often is a product of this brand in the «Lenses» category returned?
Source: Digitec Galaxus- 15.Laowa9.2 %
- 17.Sirui9.6 %
- 18.Meike11.8 %
- 19.Samyang12.8 %
- 20.Thypoch21.8 %