When comparing Samyang AF 85mm F1.4 FE II (Sony E) and Zeiss Batis Distagon 2/40 CF, which one is better?
The lens that weighs the least of the two is Zeiss Batis Distagon 2/40 CF which weighs 361 g, compared to the loser Samyang AF 85mm F1.4 FE II - (Sony E) which weighs 509 g.
Winner: Zeiss Batis Distagon 2/40 CF
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.
Full specifications table of Zeiss Batis Distagon 2/40 CF and Samyang AF 85mm F1.4 FE II (Sony E):
Zeiss Batis Distagon 2/40 CF | Samyang AF 85mm F1.4 FE II - (Sony E) | |
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Brand | Zeiss | Samyang |
Weight | 361 g | 509 g |
Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
Focal Length | 40 mm | 85 mm |
Largest Aperture | 2 | 1.4 |
Anamorphic Lens | No | No |
Minimum Focusing Distance | 24 cm | Missing |
Type | Prime | Prime |
Filter Thread | 67 | Missing |
Stabilization | No | No |
Covers a Full Frame Sensor? | Yes | Yes |