Samyang's first autofocus lens for Sony FE — fast f/1.4 wide-angle at a fraction of Sony/Sigma prices.
The Samyang AF 35mm f/1.4 FE is a native autofocus Sony FE-mount full-frame wide-angle prime, representing one of Samyang's first autofocus lenses — the brand had previously produced only manual-focus optics. An STM motor provides autofocus. At 650g and 67mm filter thread it is a substantial f/1.4 wide-angle prime. Nine rounded aperture blades. Available for Sony FE full-frame bodies; the 35mm f/1.4 perspective covers street photography, environmental portraiture, and available-light documentary.
The optical design uses 12 elements in 10 groups including aspherical, high-refraction, and ED elements. Nine rounded aperture blades produce smooth bokeh. The 67mm filter thread is standard for mid-aperture full-frame primes. At 650g the lens is substantial. Minimum focus distance of 0.3m. STM motor provides autofocus with full-time manual override. f/1.4 maximum aperture. Compatible with Sony A7 and APS-C E-mount bodies.
The Samyang AF 35mm f/1.4's autofocus capability addresses the practical gap in the budget f/1.4 market: Samyang's earlier manual-focus-only 35mm required focus peaking and manual confirmation for every shot, while the AF version enables continuous subject tracking for street and documentary work. At f/1.4 on full-frame the 35mm perspective provides strong environmental context with selective focus — background elements at street distances blur meaningfully while the subject is rendered sharp.
On the used market the Samyang AF 35mm f/1.4 FE is affordable for an autofocus f/1.4 Sony FE prime. Condition checks: STM AF response and speed, front element for marks, and aperture ring click consistency. The Sigma 35mm f/1.4 DG DN Art provides a mirrorless-native optical redesign at comparable pricing; the Sony Zeiss FE 35mm f/1.4 ZA provides Sony-native AF at higher cost. Compatible with all Sony FE-mount full-frame and APS-C E-mount bodies.