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    Samyang AF 24mm F2.8 FE / Rokinon AF 24mm F2.8 FE
    Samyang AF 24mm F2.8 FE / Rokinon AF 24mm F2.8 FE

    Samyang AF 24mm F2.8 FE / Rokinon AF 24mm F2.8 FE

    24mm · f/2.8

    Overview

    The Samyang/Rokinon AF 24mm F2.8 FE is an ultra-compact, lightweight lens (93g) ideal for travel and street photography, but its plastic build feels cheap and lacks weather sealing. Optically, it delivers decent center sharpness and smooth bokeh, but suffers from onion rings, bokeh fringing, and a narrower field of view than 24mm. Autofocus is slow and less reliable than Sony alternatives. It suits photographers prioritizing portability over top-tier image quality.