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Samyang 50mm F 1 4 AS UMC Review | 54 Data compared

Avg. price in UK: ~£290
Avg. price in US: ~$400
Lens mount: Canon EF, Nikon F, Fujifilm X, Sony A, Sony E, Micro Four Thirds, Pentax K, Samsung NX
Maximum focal length: 50 mm
Maximum aperture (telephoto end): 1.4
Optical image stabilization: no
Maximum angle of view: 46.2 °

Samyang 50mm F 1 4 AS UMC review. Compare 54 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among camera lenses and if it is worth buying.

6.8

Good

6.7

Good

7.0

Very good

7.3
Low-light photography
Score components:
70.0%
10
Maximum aperture (telephoto end)
30.0%
1.0
Optical image stabilization
4.9
Travel
Score components:
30.0%
8.9
Lens length
25.0%
7.3
Lens diameter
25.0%
1.0
Weather sealing (splashproof)
20.0%
1.0
Optical image stabilization

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Verdict

The Samyang 50mm f/1.4 AS UMC is a fast, manual-focus standard prime lens designed for full-frame sensors, featuring an optical construction of 9 elements in 6 groups, including one aspherical and one hybrid aspherical element to minimize aberrations. Key specifications include a bright f/1.4 maximum aperture, an 8-blade circular diaphragm for smooth bokeh, a 77mm filter thread, and a minimum focusing distance of 0.45m. Its main strengths are its solid aluminum alloy build, high center sharpness when stopped down, and excellent low-light performance. However, notable drawbacks include the lack of autofocus and electronic communication with the camera, significant vignetting and softer corner resolution at f/1.4, and a relatively large physical size compared to similar primes.

Technical Specifications of Samyang 50mm F 1 4 AS UMC

Overall score

6.8

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Popularity

What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the camera lens.

When it matters: When you want to see which camera lenses attract the most buyer attention and review activity.

Mount & Format

1.0

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Lens type

What it is: The optical category that indicates whether the lens is a prime, zoom, macro, fisheye, or another design.

When it matters: When you are choosing between a prime, zoom, macro, or specialty lens for the kind of subjects you shoot.

Importance: LOW

prime

Lens mount

What it is: The mechanical and electronic interface that determines which cameras the lens can be attached to.

When it matters: When camera compatibility and access to the right lens ecosystem are central to your buying decision.

Importance: LOW

Canon EF, Nikon F, Fujifilm X, Sony A, Sony E, Micro Four Thirds, Pentax K, Samsung NX

Sensor format coverage

What it is: The largest sensor size the lens is designed to cover without severe vignetting.

When it matters: When you need the lens to fully cover your camera sensor without heavy corner darkening.

Importance: LOW

Full-frame

Filter thread size

What it is: The diameter of the front filter thread used for screw-in filters and compatible accessories.

When it matters: When you plan to use screw-in filters such as polarizers, ND filters, or protective glass.

Importance: LOW

77 mm

Teleconverter compatibility

What it is: Whether the lens can be used with compatible teleconverters to extend focal length.

When it matters: When you want to extend reach for wildlife or sports without changing to a different long lens.

Importance: HIGH

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Optics & Aperture

8.2

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Minimum focal length

What it is: The shortest focal length the lens can provide, which determines its widest framing.

When it matters: When wide framing matters for landscapes, interiors, architecture, or travel shots.

Importance: LOW

50 mm

Maximum focal length

What it is: The longest focal length the lens can reach, which determines its telephoto reach.

When it matters: When you need more reach for wildlife, sports, stage events, or distant details.

Importance: LOW

50 mm

Optical zoom

What it is: The ratio between the longest and shortest focal lengths available in the lens zoom range.

When it matters: When you want one lens to cover a broader range of compositions without swapping glass.

Importance: LOW

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Maximum angle of view

What it is: The widest scene the lens can capture at its shortest focal length.

When it matters: When you need to fit more of a room, skyline, or landscape into the frame.

Importance: LOW

46.2 °

Minimum angle of view

What it is: The narrowest scene the lens captures at its longest focal length.

When it matters: When you want tighter framing on faraway subjects without moving closer.

Importance: LOW

46.2 °

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Focus & Controls

5.4

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Focus motor

What it is: The autofocus drive system responsible for moving lens elements into focus.

When it matters: When fast, quiet autofocus matters for video, wildlife, street shots, or moving subjects.

Importance: LOW

N/A

Minimum focus distance

What it is: The shortest distance at which the lens can focus on a subject.

When it matters: When you like shooting details, food, flowers, or products from a very short distance.

Importance: MEDIUM

Maximum reproduction ratio

What it is: The highest magnification the lens can achieve when focusing at its closest distance.

When it matters: When close-up magnification matters for macro work, textures, or small product details.

Importance: MEDIUM

Full-time manual focus

What it is: The ability to adjust focus manually without leaving autofocus mode.

When it matters: When you want to fine-tune focus instantly without switching out of autofocus.

Importance: HIGH

Internal focusing

What it is: A focusing design in which internal elements move while the outer barrel length stays unchanged.

When it matters: When you use polarizers, gimbals, or close-up setups that benefit from a lens that does not extend while focusing.

Importance: HIGH

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Stabilization

4.2

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Optical image stabilization

What it is: A hardware system that shifts optical elements to counteract camera shake and reduce blur.

When it matters: When you want steadier handheld shots and less blur, especially in low light or at longer focal lengths.

Importance: HIGH

Stabilization effectiveness (CIPA stops)

What it is: The rated stabilizer benefit, measured in stops, under CIPA testing standards.

When it matters: When you are comparing stabilized lenses and want to know how much handheld shutter-speed advantage they offer.

Importance: HIGH

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Build & Handling

6.3

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Weight

What it is: The total mass of the lens, affecting portability and handling balance on the camera body.

When it matters: When you carry a lens all day for travel, hiking, or event coverage and want to keep your kit manageable.

Importance: HIGH

Lens length

What it is: The physical length of the lens body from mount to front edge.

When it matters: When bag space, balance, or front clearance matters in a compact travel or video setup.

Importance: HIGH

Lens diameter

What it is: The widest outer diameter of the lens barrel.

When it matters: When grip comfort, filter size, or fit inside a tight camera bag matters to you.

Importance: MEDIUM

Weather sealing (splashproof)

What it is: Protective sealing intended to resist splashes, dust, and light environmental exposure.

When it matters: When you often shoot outdoors in light rain, dust, or changing conditions.

Importance: HIGH

Metal mount

What it is: A lens mount made of metal rather than plastic for greater durability at the camera connection point.

When it matters: When durability matters because you change lenses often or use heavier gear for work.

Importance: HIGH

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Lab Scores

9.0

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DxOMark overall score

What it is: The combined DxOMark lens rating based on lab-tested optical performance.

When it matters: When you want a quick lab-based summary of overall optical performance before comparing lenses in detail.

Importance: HIGH

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DxOMark sharpness score

What it is: The DxOMark subscore that reflects how much detail the lens can resolve across the frame.

When it matters: When fine detail matters for landscapes, product work, or high-resolution cameras.

Importance: HIGH

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DxOMark transmission

What it is: The measured light transmission of the lens, expressed as T-stop rather than nominal f-number.

When it matters: When real light loss matters for exposure consistency in studio, cinema, or mixed-lens shoots.

Importance: MEDIUM

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DxOMark distortion

What it is: The DxOMark metric that measures how much the lens bends straight lines away from their true shape.

When it matters: When straight lines matter in architecture, interiors, copy work, or product photography.

Importance: MEDIUM

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DxOMark vignetting

What it is: The DxOMark measurement of corner darkening relative to the center of the image.

When it matters: When even corner brightness matters for skies, studio backdrops, or clean product shots.

Importance: MEDIUM

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Samyang 50mm F 1 4 AS UMC vs the average camera lens

Why is Samyang 50mm F 1 4 AS UMC better than the average camera lens?

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1.4 lower f-number at telephoto end
Samyang 50mm F 1 4 AS UMC has a brighter maximum telephoto aperture than the average camera lens (f/1.4 vs f/2.8). The average lens has a maximum telephoto aperture of f/2.8.
What it is: The widest aperture available at the long end of the zoom range, affecting light intake and background blur.
When it matters: When you shoot at the long end in low light or want stronger background blur for portraits and sports.
Importance: HIGH
Samyang 50mm F 1 4 AS UMC has a brighter maximum telephoto aperture than the average camera lens (f/1.4 vs f/2.8). The average lens has a maximum telephoto aperture of f/2.8.1.4 vs 2.8
Has aperture ring
Samyang 50mm F 1 4 AS UMC has an aperture ring, the average camera lens does not. 31.2% of camera lenses include an aperture ring.
What it is: A dedicated ring on the lens used to control the aperture directly.
When it matters: When you want direct tactile control over exposure while shooting photos or video.
Importance: MEDIUM
Samyang 50mm F 1 4 AS UMC has an aperture ring, the average camera lens does not. 31.2% of camera lenses include an aperture ring.
Has focus distance scale
Samyang 50mm F 1 4 AS UMC has a focus distance scale, the average camera lens does not. 48.6% of camera lenses include a focus distance scale.
What it is: A marked scale that shows the approximate focus distance set on the lens.
When it matters: When you pre-focus manually for street, zone focusing, or repeatable tripod setups.
Importance: MEDIUM
Samyang 50mm F 1 4 AS UMC has a focus distance scale, the average camera lens does not. 48.6% of camera lenses include a focus distance scale.
17.3 mm shorter lens
Samyang 50mm F 1 4 AS UMC is shorter than the average camera lens (74.7 mm vs 92 mm). The average lens has a length of 92 mm.
What it is: The physical length of the lens body from mount to front edge.
When it matters: When bag space, balance, or front clearance matters in a compact travel or video setup.
Importance: HIGH
Samyang 50mm F 1 4 AS UMC is shorter than the average camera lens (74.7 mm vs 92 mm). The average lens has a length of 92 mm.74.7 mm vs 92 mm
0.52 x higher maximum reproduction ratio
Samyang 50mm F 1 4 AS UMC has a higher maximum reproduction ratio than the average camera lens (0.7x vs 0.192x). The average lens has a maximum reproduction ratio of 0.192x.
What it is: The highest magnification the lens can achieve when focusing at its closest distance.
When it matters: When close-up magnification matters for macro work, textures, or small product details.
Importance: MEDIUM
Samyang 50mm F 1 4 AS UMC has a higher maximum reproduction ratio than the average camera lens (0.7x vs 0.192x). The average lens has a maximum reproduction ratio of 0.192x.0.714 x vs 0.192 x
1.4 lower f-number at telephoto end
Samyang 50mm F 1 4 AS UMC has a brighter maximum telephoto aperture than the average camera lens (f/1.4 vs f/2.8). The average lens has a maximum telephoto aperture of f/2.8.
Has aperture ring
Samyang 50mm F 1 4 AS UMC has an aperture ring, the average camera lens does not. 31.2% of camera lenses include an aperture ring.
Has focus distance scale
Samyang 50mm F 1 4 AS UMC has a focus distance scale, the average camera lens does not. 48.6% of camera lenses include a focus distance scale.
0.52 x higher maximum reproduction ratio
Samyang 50mm F 1 4 AS UMC has a higher maximum reproduction ratio than the average camera lens (0.7x vs 0.192x). The average lens has a maximum reproduction ratio of 0.192x.
17.3 mm shorter lens
Samyang 50mm F 1 4 AS UMC is shorter than the average camera lens (74.7 mm vs 92 mm). The average lens has a length of 92 mm.

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Why is Samyang 50mm F 1 4 AS UMC worse than the average camera lens?

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1 fewer aperture blades
Samyang 50mm F 1 4 AS UMC has fewer aperture blades than the average camera lens (8 vs 9). The average lens has 9 aperture blades.
2 fewer low-dispersion elements
Samyang 50mm F 1 4 AS UMC has fewer low-dispersion elements than the average camera lens (0 vs 2). The average lens has 2 low-dispersion elements.
No full-time manual focus
Samyang 50mm F 1 4 AS UMC does not support full-time manual focus, the average camera lens does. 68.4% of camera lenses support full-time manual focus.
0.15 m longer minimum focus distance
Samyang 50mm F 1 4 AS UMC has a higher minimum focus distance than the average camera lens (0.5 m vs 0.3 m). The average lens has a minimum focus distance of 0.3 m.
Not weather-sealed
Samyang 50mm F 1 4 AS UMC does not support weather sealing, the average camera lens does. 50.3% of camera lenses support weather sealing.
4.6 mm wider lens barrel
Samyang 50mm F 1 4 AS UMC is wider than the average camera lens (81.6 mm vs 77 mm). The average lens has a diameter of 77 mm.
Older release date
Samyang 50mm F 1 4 AS UMC was released earlier than the average camera lens.
Not weather-sealed
Samyang 50mm F 1 4 AS UMC does not support weather sealing, the average camera lens does. 50.3% of camera lenses support weather sealing.
What it is: Protective sealing intended to resist splashes, dust, and light environmental exposure.
When it matters: When you often shoot outdoors in light rain, dust, or changing conditions.
Importance: HIGH
Samyang 50mm F 1 4 AS UMC does not support weather sealing, the average camera lens does. 50.3% of camera lenses support weather sealing.
No full-time manual focus
Samyang 50mm F 1 4 AS UMC does not support full-time manual focus, the average camera lens does. 68.4% of camera lenses support full-time manual focus.
What it is: The ability to adjust focus manually without leaving autofocus mode.
When it matters: When you want to fine-tune focus instantly without switching out of autofocus.
Importance: HIGH
Samyang 50mm F 1 4 AS UMC does not support full-time manual focus, the average camera lens does. 68.4% of camera lenses support full-time manual focus.
1 fewer aperture blades
Samyang 50mm F 1 4 AS UMC has fewer aperture blades than the average camera lens (8 vs 9). The average lens has 9 aperture blades.
What it is: The number of diaphragm blades that shape the aperture opening and influence blur rendering.
When it matters: When the look of out-of-focus highlights matters in portraits, close-ups, or cinematic video.
Importance: HIGH
Samyang 50mm F 1 4 AS UMC has fewer aperture blades than the average camera lens (8 vs 9). The average lens has 9 aperture blades.8 vs 9
2 fewer low-dispersion elements
Samyang 50mm F 1 4 AS UMC has fewer low-dispersion elements than the average camera lens (0 vs 2). The average lens has 2 low-dispersion elements.
What it is: Optical elements designed to reduce color fringing by controlling how different wavelengths focus.
When it matters: When you want cleaner edges and less color fringing in high-contrast scenes.
Importance: MEDIUM
Samyang 50mm F 1 4 AS UMC has fewer low-dispersion elements than the average camera lens (0 vs 2). The average lens has 2 low-dispersion elements.0 vs 2
0.15 m longer minimum focus distance
Samyang 50mm F 1 4 AS UMC has a higher minimum focus distance than the average camera lens (0.5 m vs 0.3 m). The average lens has a minimum focus distance of 0.3 m.
What it is: The shortest distance at which the lens can focus on a subject.
When it matters: When you like shooting details, food, flowers, or products from a very short distance.
Importance: MEDIUM
Samyang 50mm F 1 4 AS UMC has a higher minimum focus distance than the average camera lens (0.5 m vs 0.3 m). The average lens has a minimum focus distance of 0.3 m.0.45 m vs 0.3 m
4.6 mm wider lens barrel
Samyang 50mm F 1 4 AS UMC is wider than the average camera lens (81.6 mm vs 77 mm). The average lens has a diameter of 77 mm.
What it is: The widest outer diameter of the lens barrel.
When it matters: When grip comfort, filter size, or fit inside a tight camera bag matters to you.
Importance: MEDIUM
Samyang 50mm F 1 4 AS UMC is wider than the average camera lens (81.6 mm vs 77 mm). The average lens has a diameter of 77 mm.81.6 mm vs 77 mm
16.2% lower user score
Samyang 50mm F 1 4 AS UMC has a lower user score than the average camera lens (6.96 vs 8.091).
What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the camera lens.
When it matters: When real-world owner satisfaction and review volume matter to your decision.
Samyang 50mm F 1 4 AS UMC has a lower user score than the average camera lens (6.96 vs 8.091).6.96 vs 8.09
Older release date
Samyang 50mm F 1 4 AS UMC was released earlier than the average camera lens.
What it is: The date when the lens model was first officially introduced.
When it matters: When you prefer a newer optical design with more modern autofocus, coatings, or stabilization features.
Importance: LOW
Samyang 50mm F 1 4 AS UMC was released earlier than the average camera lens.2014 vs 2016

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What customers like about Samyang 50mm F 1 4 AS UMC?

High center sharpness, especially when stopped down to f/2.8 or further
Smooth and well-damped manual focus ring action
Excellent control of chromatic aberration and color fringing
Solid and high-quality build construction
Pleasing, smooth bokeh rendering for portraits
Very low image distortion for a 50mm lens

What customers dislike about Samyang 50mm F 1 4 AS UMC?

Average sharpness and contrast at the maximum f/1.4 aperture
Heavy vignetting (light fall-off) when shooting wide open at f/1.4
Poor performance against bright light with noticeable flares and ghosting
No electronic communication with the camera, requiring manual aperture and exposure settings
Lacks weather sealing and image stabilization
Large and heavy compared to standard 50mm f/1.4 lenses from other brands

Expert reviews

ephotozine.com

16/10/2014

Summary of the review

Samyang 50mm f/1.4 AS UMC Lens Review

The Samyang 50mm f/1.4 AS UMC is a well-constructed, manual-focus prime offering a fast aperture for £379, featuring a smooth, dampened focusing ring and excellent build quality. Notable pros include its balanced, durable design suitable for video, though it challenges the brand's budget-conscious reputation. Conversely, cons include the lack of electronic coupling, which forces manual stop-down metering and limits focus confirmation on many DSLRs. Consequently, users must heavily rely on Live View to achieve accurate focus, particularly on older camera bodies.

lenstip.com

03/12/2014

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Samyang 50 mm f/1.4 AS UMC review - Introduction

The Samyang 50 mm f/1.4 AS UMC is a manual-focus standard prime lens released to compete with premium 50mm glass from Zeiss, Sony, and Sigma. According to the comprehensive LensTip review, the lens offers exceptional center sharpness and excellent contrast across all apertures. It stands out for its solid build quality, featuring a smooth, well-damped focus ring with a precise 160-degree throw, while also maintaining highly controlled astigmatism and chromatic aberrations. Despite missing electronic communication contacts on certain configurations like the Canon mount—which removes focus confirmation—it delivers higher value-for-money optical performance in its primary testing categories than several autofocus equivalents in its price tier. However, the lens falls short in several distinct optical areas when pushed to its limits. LensTip notes that image sharpness is noticeably softer when shooting wide open at the maximum f/1.4 aperture. Additionally, the optical profile exhibits unbecomingly high barrel distortion exceeding 2% on full-frame sensors alongside heavy vignetting. The lens struggles significantly when shooting against bright light, suffering from large flare artifacts and severe contrast loss. While coma is handled well on cropped APS-C sensors,...

dustinabbott.net

11/03/2015

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Rokinon 50mm f/1.4 AS IF UMC Review

Dustin Abbott’s review of the Rokinon 50mm f/1.4 AS IF UMC highlights a lens delivering exceptionally strong image quality, featuring sharp resolution at f/1.4 and beautiful bokeh from a 9-bladed aperture. Pros include robust physical construction with a smooth, well-damped manual focus ring, making it an excellent, well-controlled tool for portraits. Conversely, the manual-only, non-chipped design lacks autofocus and EXIF data, which poses a disadvantage given its price point compared to autofocusing competitors. Additional cons include noticeable chromatic aberrations and potential metering inconsistencies, despite the lens's overall strong performance.

chip.de

12/12/2016

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Samyang 50mm f/1.4 AS UMC Review - CHIP

The Samyang 50 mm F1.4 AS UMC lens delivers a satisfactory overall performance, receiving a total score of 69 out of 100 in laboratory testing. Its primary strength lies in its high light sensitivity and excellent central resolution. However, despite these strong center-sharpness capabilities, the lens represents an average value for the money, as it was not considered particularly affordable at the time of its testing. A major drawback of this standard focal length lens is its complete lack of an autofocus system, requiring users to rely entirely on manual focus. Optically, the lens suffers from extremely strong distortion and experiences a noticeable drop in resolution quality toward the corners of the frame. Ultimately, while it provides a fast aperture and sharp center image quality, its optical flaws and manual operation limit its appeal.

fotografiarte.es

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Samyang 50mm f1.4 AS UMC Lens - Fotografiarte

This review highlights the Samyang 50mm f1.4 AS UMC, a manual-focus standard prime lens designed for multiple camera systems including Canon, Nikon, Pentax, Sony (both SLR and E-mount mirrorless), and Four Thirds. Operating as a standard focal length on full-frame bodies and a portrait-oriented short telephoto lens on APS-C sensors, it offers a bright f/1.4 maximum aperture at an attractive price point. The lens features a non-rotating 77mm filter thread, a clear hyperfocal distance scale, and comes bundled with a lightweight plastic lens hood. In terms of performance, the review notes several distinct pros and cons: Pros: The lens boasts a smooth, well-dampened manual focus ring that is highly ideal for DSLR videographers who prefer manual control and want to cleanly isolate subjects using a shallow depth of field. Cons: Because the lens lacks electronic contacts, it does not support focus confirmation in the viewfinders of lower-end bodies (like the Canon used in the test), requiring users to rely on Live View for accuracy. Additionally, it requires stop-down metering, forces the camera into center-weighted metering, and notably lacks a hard...

fotografiastore.it

27/07/2026

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Samyang 50mm f/1.4 AS UMC MTF Test - Measurements by the Photographic Progress Research Center

The FotografiaStore.it catalogue features technical digital lab reports generated by the Centro Studi Progresso Fotografico for various Samyang lenses, including the Samyang 100mm f/2.8 ED UMC Macro, Samyang 50mm f/1.4 AS UMC, Samyang 135mm f/2 ED UMC, Samyang 35mm f/1.4 AS UMC, and Samyang AE 85mm f/1.4 AS IF UMC. Priced at €5.00 each, these downloadable test results specifically evaluate core optical parameters such as lens sharpness (MTF charts), geometric distortion, vignetting, and actual aperture performance. The primary benefit of these reviews is the access to rigorous, data-driven lab measurements that remove subjective bias, making them highly valuable for photographers who need to verify edge-to-edge optical performance before buying. On the downside, the platform requires a paid transaction (€5.00 per lens model) to access the deep technical data rather than offering the information for free. Additionally, the overview page only details the availability of the measurement metrics without providing a free text preview or a summarized breakdown of how the lenses performed relative to their competitors.

juzaphoto.com

04/01/2017

Summary of the review

Samyang 50mm f/1.4 AS UMC: Features and Reviews

The JuzaPhoto review highlights the Samyang 50mm f/1.4 AS UMC as a highly capable but specialized standard manual focus prime lens, noting it is an "honest and sincere" product that is not meant for everyone. The user praises its stellar optical qualities, including excellent sharpness, beautiful colors, very well-contained chromatic aberration, and a fantastic, warm bokeh. Structurally, the lens features a solid build with a highly precise and smooth manual focusing ring. When paired with full-frame bodies, it handles well and delivers a sense of "magic" in the right hands, easily outperforming standard manufacturer alternatives like the Canon "nifty fifty". However, the reviewer emphasizes significant trade-offs, primarily the complete absence of autofocus (AF), making it highly challenging for beginners or snapshot photography. Because modern camera viewfinders make critical manual focus difficult, users must rely on "live view" to guarantee sharp results. Additional drawbacks include a lack of weather sealing, which allows dust to enter the unsealed "bellows-style" inner optical pathway, minor image distortion, and occasional lens flare when exposed to side lighting. Ultimately, it is a deliberate, slow-paced lens that...

focus-review.com

10/10/2017

Summary of the review

Samyang AF 50mm f/1.4 FE Review

The lens offers clear advantages, most notably its relatively low price point when compared to its direct competitor, the Sony 50mm f/1.4 GM. Additional pros include its strong overall image quality, excellent low-light performance, and beautiful background blur. However, it comes with several cons: it is unusually large and heavy for a standard 50mm lens, lacks weather sealing against moisture and dust, and exhibits minor barrel distortion and corner vignetting at wide apertures. Furthermore, while the autofocus is fast and accurate, the manual focus ring feels insensitive and lacks precision due to its indirect focus-by-wire implementation.

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