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Archive 2019 · Pre-order: Samyang AF 45mm f/1.8 FE ($399)

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p.24 #1 · p.24 #1 · Pre-order: Samyang AF 45mm f/1.8 FE ($399)

After looking at a lot of images and some reviews, I pulled the trigger on one of these. Unfortunately, the copy I got was decentered. Center and left edge were very sharp from f/1.8 (even to the corners). Right edge is MUCH softer. If it was just at wide open it wouldn't be that big of a deal, but unfortunately, even at f/4, the center and left side are tack sharp, and the whole right edge looks dreadful, so back it goes. It is actually far less noticeable close up, but most apparent on distant subjects.

Have another on the way, which hopefully will be good.

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Jan 08, 2020 at 03:00 PM

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p.24 #2 · p.24 #2 · Pre-order: Samyang AF 45mm f/1.8 FE ($399)

The CV 50 APO is a $1500 manual focus lens with less character than the $400 AF Samyang.

The CV is a 'better' lens for some this but the Samyang is the lens I prefer for general purpose images, especially with people in them.

Jan 08, 2020 at 03:37 PM

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p.24 #3 · p.24 #3 · Pre-order: Samyang AF 45mm f/1.8 FE ($399)

I loved the look of my 50mm 1.4 but doing my own comparisons with the Samyang I was surprised how close they were in many ways. I'm not talking pixel peeping the last pixels in the corners. I'm just talking take images of things I would normally shoot and comparing them. Yes the 1.4 rendered better and is sharper but at the end of the day I kept taking the Samyang out. Every lens has compromises and for me the I didn't feel like I was losing that much in look for the small light form factor. It is one of the most underrated lenses in the Sony Eco-system in my opinion.

Jan 08, 2020 at 07:12 PM

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p.24 #4 · p.24 #4 · Pre-order: Samyang AF 45mm f/1.8 FE ($399)

So, while I wait for my replacement lens, I've been shooting with the one I have, and while I'm glad I'm getting another...honestly overall I could probably live with this if I had to. for subject separation or portraiture, the misaligned element isn't a big deal, as it's sharp at the focus point (surprisingly sharp...FE 55/1.8 sharp at least), and if you stop down to f/8 or so, the right edge becomes good...it's just that everywhere else it's outstanding stopped down.

The bokeh can be a little funky, but overall, I actually really like the rendering, and I think I'll like the lens quite a bit. I sold my FE 55/1.8 before I got my A7R IV, because I wasn't using it too much and at 24MP, the FE 50/1.8 isn't that big of a difference....but on the A7R IV, it's a BIG difference, and the Samyang 45mm is notably sharper than the FE 50/1.8.

A few quick shots from today:

f/1.8:
http://www.jordansteele.com/2020/sunset_wheat.jpg

f/5.6 (in APS-C Crop mode)
http://www.jordansteele.com/2020/sunset_bridge.jpg

f/1.8:
http://www.jordansteele.com/2020/x_reading.jpg

Jan 09, 2020 at 11:01 PM

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p.24 #5 · p.24 #5 · Pre-order: Samyang AF 45mm f/1.8 FE ($399)

Jman13 wrote:
After looking at a lot of images and some reviews, I pulled the trigger on one of these. Unfortunately, the copy I got was decentered. Center and left edge were very sharp from f/1.8 (even to the corners). Right edge is MUCH softer. If it was just at wide open it wouldn't be that big of a deal, but unfortunately, even at f/4, the center and left side are tack sharp, and the whole right edge looks dreadful, so back it goes. It is actually far less noticeable close up, but most apparent on distant subjects.

Have another on the...Show more →

Just received mine and it's tilted as well. One and done for me - not planning to ask for a replacement.

Composite Image: Samyang 45mm f/1.8 Centering/Tilt Check

Jan 10, 2020 at 04:28 PM

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p.24 #6 · p.24 #6 · Pre-order: Samyang AF 45mm f/1.8 FE ($399)

Just received mine today. A few snaps around the house. Really like size and weight. Exactly what I was looking for as a general walk around lens.

A few from around the house (yes, I still need to take my decorations down, that's what tomorrow is for).
All with A7III

Tele Santa

Almost 2:1 in LR of the above

Jan 11, 2020 at 06:51 PM

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p.24 #7 · p.24 #7 · Pre-order: Samyang AF 45mm f/1.8 FE ($399)

Hi all, just a heads-up that firmware version 3 was released in December. For some reason I haven't seen anyone discussing it yet. Samyand states improved AF-C performance.

https://www.samyanglensglobal.com/en/about/notice-view.php?seq=843

By the way, it's my first post on here in many years, I can't find my old login so I've started a new account. Apologies for starting with a link.

Jan 12, 2020 at 05:17 AM

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p.24 #8 · p.24 #8 · Pre-order: Samyang AF 45mm f/1.8 FE ($399)

It'll cost me $150 to install it (have to buy the dock).

Since I'm happy with the lens the way it is, I won't bother.

Jan 12, 2020 at 05:20 AM

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p.24 #9 · p.24 #9 · Pre-order: Samyang AF 45mm f/1.8 FE ($399)

Jman13 wrote:
So, while I wait for my replacement lens, I've been shooting with the one I have, and while I'm glad I'm getting another...honestly overall I could probably live with this if I had to. for subject separation or portraiture, the misaligned element isn't a big deal, as it's sharp at the focus point (surprisingly sharp...FE 55/1.8 sharp at least), and if you stop down to f/8 or so, the right edge becomes good...it's just that everywhere else it's outstanding stopped down.

The bokeh can be a little funky, but overall, I actually really like the rendering, and I think I'll...Show more →

Hey Jordan, I sold my 55 before I realised I needed one with AF for the occasional model shoot with my daughter. Plus I used to like using the FE55 for landscapes. I was contemplating just picking up a used FE55 which over here I could buy for about US$100 more than the price of a new Samyang 45mm which is actually a better FL to balance the 85/1.4 for my daughter's shoots. I have a CV 35 for landscapes so not too bothered about the 45mm in that regard but it would be nice if it could do double duty.

As I can check before buying I'd be interested to know which would you choose and why?

Jan 12, 2020 at 05:29 AM

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p.24 #10 · p.24 #10 · Pre-order: Samyang AF 45mm f/1.8 FE ($399)

anyone has tested the new firmware?

Jan 13, 2020 at 12:04 AM

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p.24 #11 · p.24 #11 · Pre-order: Samyang AF 45mm f/1.8 FE ($399)

Any good deals on this lens right now? The cheapest I've seen is $350.

Jan 25, 2020 at 03:11 PM

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p.24 #12 · p.24 #12 · Pre-order: Samyang AF 45mm f/1.8 FE ($399)

You getting ready to test it Fred? I think I paid about 369 a few weeks ago, but I didn’t look to add since I had an Amazon gift card I wanted to use

Jan 26, 2020 at 10:00 PM

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p.24 #13 · p.24 #13 · Pre-order: Samyang AF 45mm f/1.8 FE ($399)

Fred Miranda wrote:
Any good deals on this lens right now? The cheapest I've seen is $350.

Not right now, but it was $299 everywhere in December. It might drop back down to that price again.

Jan 26, 2020 at 10:52 PM

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p.24 #14 · p.24 #14 · Pre-order: Samyang AF 45mm f/1.8 FE ($399)

I just paid 299 less than a week ago....2/17/20.

Feb 23, 2020 at 05:40 AM

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p.24 #15 · p.24 #15 · Pre-order: Samyang AF 45mm f/1.8 FE ($399)

MedicineMan404 wrote:
I just paid 299 less than a week ago....2/17/20.

Can you please share the store?

Feb 23, 2020 at 06:09 AM

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p.24 #16 · p.24 #16 · Pre-order: Samyang AF 45mm f/1.8 FE ($399)

Note, I consider Rokinon and Samyang samie same. You may not

Rok 45 1.8 by Stopitdown Stopitdown, on Flickr

Feb 23, 2020 at 06:18 AM

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p.24 #17 · p.24 #17 · Pre-order: Samyang AF 45mm f/1.8 FE ($399)

Too late
Back to $399

Feb 23, 2020 at 07:50 AM

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p.24 #18 · p.24 #18 · Pre-order: Samyang AF 45mm f/1.8 FE ($399)

Dinked around with the 45/1.8 today. What a little gem it is weightwise/sharpness. Bokeh as expected in this price range=not perfect, just be selective on backgrounds when possible. I'm not a portrait shooter, tending more toward 400mm+ imagery; but at this weight it and the Rokinon 18mm and 24mm can be in the pockets.

Also, found a Rokinon dock on the shelf. Firmware update was quick and smooth.

Feb 24, 2020 at 01:26 AM

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p.24 #19 · p.24 #19 · Pre-order: Samyang AF 45mm f/1.8 FE ($399)

Nisei wrote:
Too late
Back to $399

$329 at Adorama via Amazon today. I think via Adorama as well, but varies by Rokinon/Samyang version.

Feb 24, 2020 at 10:55 AM

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p.24 #20 · p.24 #20 · Pre-order: Samyang AF 45mm f/1.8 FE ($399)

Indeed, the Samyang is $70 cheaper than the Rokinon.
And including the Lens Station it's $434
That's the worst combo deal ever: $105 for the Lens Station

https://www.adorama.com/l/?searchinfo=samyang+45mm+f%2f1.8+af+ultra+compact+lens+for+sony+e+mount

Feb 24, 2020 at 11:32 AM

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