Samyang's manual-focus ultra-fast 52.5mm equiv prime — f/1.2 for APS-C mirrorless at budget price.
The Samyang 35mm f/1.2 ED AS UMC CS is a manual-focus ultra-fast prime for APS-C mirrorless cameras, providing 52.5mm equivalent at f/1.2. It was one of the first f/1.2 lenses available for APS-C systems at an affordable price point.
Optically characterful — soft at f/1.2 with dramatic shallow DOF, sharpening significantly by f/2. The ultra-fast aperture creates extreme bokeh effects. ED glass and UMC coating help control aberrations and flare. Manual focus with smooth damped ring.
Available for Sony E, Fujifilm X, and MFT mounts. 62mm filter thread. Approximately 420g. No electronic contacts — fully manual with no EXIF. APS-C coverage. Metal construction. 9 aperture blades. Also sold as Rokinon 35mm f/1.2.
Available used at budget to mid-range prices. The f/1.2 aperture at this price is remarkable — a creative tool for shallow DOF enthusiasts. Focus peaking on mirrorless makes manual focus at f/1.2 practical. Not for clinical sharpness — for creative bokeh and low-light shooting.