Samyang's AF ultra-wide for Sony FE — 14mm f/2.8 with autofocus at budget pricing.
The Samyang AF 14mm f/2.8 FE launched in 2018 as one of the first autofocus ultra-wide primes for Sony FE at budget pricing. The 14mm provides 114° field of view on full-frame with AF — adding convenience over the popular manual-focus version.
Optically similar to the manual 14mm f/2.8 — sharp in centre from f/4. The AF adds significant practical convenience over manual focus. Stepping motor for quiet operation. The 14mm at f/2.8 is useful for astrophotography with AF focusing aid.
Sony FE mount. No standard filter thread — bulbous front element. Approximately 505g. No weather sealing. AF with electronic contacts. Full-frame 114° coverage. Also sold as Rokinon AF 14mm f/2.8.
Available used at budget to mid-range prices. The AF is the key advantage over the manual version. The Sony 14mm f/1.8 GM is dramatically better. For budget Sony FE astrophotography and ultra-wide work with AF convenience.