Samyang's compact autofocus 24mm for Sony FE — the tiny AF pancake wide-angle prime.
The Samyang AF 24mm f/2.8 FE is an ultra-compact autofocus wide-angle prime for Sony full-frame E-mount. Part of Samyang's 'Tiny' series, it provides a useful 24mm wide-angle perspective in an almost pancake-sized package. Full electronic communication with Sony bodies includes AF, EXIF data, and aperture control at a fraction of the cost of Sony's own 24mm options.
Optical performance is good for the compact size. Sharpness is respectable from f/2.8 and very good by f/5.6. The modest f/2.8 aperture keeps the lens extremely compact. Chromatic aberration is reasonably well-controlled. Autofocus is functional with Sony's eye AF and face detection support, though not as fast as native Sony lenses.
Sony FE mount with full electronic communication. Filter thread is 49mm — very compact. Weight is approximately 93 grams — extraordinarily light, making it one of the lightest AF lenses for any full-frame system. Build quality is adequate with a mostly plastic construction. No weather sealing and no image stabilisation.
Available on the used market at very low prices. Check AF operation. An outstanding compact travel or everyday lens for Sony shooters who want a wide-angle prime that adds virtually no weight to their bag. The 93-gram weight makes it almost unnoticeable on any Sony body. The Sony FE 24mm f/2.8 G is the premium compact alternative.