Zeiss Batis 1.8/85 vs Samyang V-AF 24mm T1.9 Sony FE

Zeiss Batis 1.8/85

Zeiss Batis 1.8/85

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Samyang V-AF 24mm T1.9 Sony FE

Samyang V-AF 24mm T1.9 Sony FE

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Zeiss Batis 1.8/85 vs Samyang V-AF 24mm T1.9 Sony FE

When comparing Samyang V-AF 24mm T1.9 Sony FE and Zeiss Batis 1.8/85, which one is better?

1. Compare weight

The lens that weighs the least of the two is Samyang V-AF 24mm T1.9 - Sony FE which weighs 280 g, compared to the loser Zeiss Batis 1.8/85 which weighs 452 g.

Winner: Samyang V-AF 24mm T1.9 Sony FE

Regarding weight: When it comes to the lens's weight, it's actually more important than many people think that the lens weighs as little as possible — it's simply a pain to lug around a lens that's too heavy when you're photographing or filming for several hours, and a few hundred grams can make a real difference.

2. Compare minimum focusing distance

When it comes to minimum focusing distance, that is how close to the subject the lens can focus, Samyang V-AF 24mm T1.9 - Sony FE is the winner with a minimum focusing distance of 19 cm. This can be compared with the minimum focusing distance of 80 cm for Zeiss Batis 1.8/85.

Winner: Samyang V-AF 24mm T1.9 Sony FE

Regarding minimum focusing distance: The lens's minimum focusing distance determines how close you can photograph your subject, such as a face or an animal. If the minimum focusing distance is 50 cm then you cannot get closer to your subject than 50 cm. Macro lenses often have a very low minimum focusing distance so that you can take close-up shots (macro photography).


Specifications

Full specifications table of Zeiss Batis 1.8/85 and Samyang V-AF 24mm T1.9 Sony FE:

Zeiss Batis 1.8/85 Samyang V-AF 24mm T1.9 - Sony FE
Zeiss Batis 1.8/85Samyang V-AF 24mm T1.9 - Sony FE

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BrandZeissSamyang
Weight452 g280 g
MountSony ESony E
Focal Length85 mm24 mm
Largest Aperture1.81.9
Anamorphic LensNoYes
Minimum Focusing Distance80 cm19 cm
TypePrimePrime
Filter Thread6758
StabilizationNoMissing
Covers a Full Frame Sensor?YesYes


Camera Verdict

This comparison of Zeiss Batis 1.8/85 and Samyang V-AF 24mm T1.9 - Sony FE was last updated on August 14, 2025.