Samyang's updated cinema 35mm for Canon — the MK2 VDSLR with improved focus mechanism.
The Samyang VDSLR 35mm T1.5 MK2 for Canon EF is the updated version of Samyang's cinema 35mm with improved focus ring mechanism. The MK2 improves the focus ring feel and adds weather sealing at the front element. The optical design is the same proven Samyang 35mm f/1.4. De-clicked aperture and T-stop marking for cinema use.
Optical performance is identical to earlier versions — based on the Samyang 35mm f/1.4. The MK2 improvements are mechanical — better focus ring damping and improved feel. Sharpness is good from T1.5. Geared focus ring for follow-focus. De-clicked aperture for video. The 35mm cinema perspective at T1.5 provides fast wide-angle capability.
Canon EF mount. Filter thread is 77mm. Weight is approximately 660 grams. Build quality improves on the original with MK2 refinements. Manual focus with improved ring feel. The MK2 is preferred over the original for the improved focus experience. Same optical quality — the improvements are purely mechanical.
Available at budget cinema prices. Check improved MK2 focus ring. The MK2 focus improvement justifies choosing this over the original. A functional cinema 35mm at budget pricing for Canon. The XEEN version remains the premium option. Best for cinema shooters who value the improved MK2 focus mechanism.