Laowa Argus 35mm f/0.95 FF vs Samyang AF 35mm f/1.4 P FE

Both are Sony E mount primes for low-light and standard prime — here's how the specs differ and which to pick. Every spec is from the manufacturer's own catalog.

Last verified 2026-09-01 · Sony E mount · prices change — check the retailer

Which should you buy?

• the Laowa Argus 35mm f/0.95 FF opens wider (f/0.95) — brighter in low light and more background blur

Where to buy

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FAQ

What's the difference between the Laowa Argus 35mm f/0.95 FF and the Samyang AF 35mm f/1.4 P FE?
The Laowa Argus 35mm f/0.95 FF is 35mm f/0.95 prime, full-frame; the Samyang AF 35mm f/1.4 P FE is 35mm f/1.4 prime, full-frame. Both fit the Sony E mount.

Which is better in low light, the Laowa Argus 35mm f/0.95 FF or the Samyang AF 35mm f/1.4 P FE?
The Laowa Argus 35mm f/0.95 FF — its f/0.95 maximum aperture lets in more light and gives more background blur than the f/1.4 of the other.

Do the Laowa Argus 35mm f/0.95 FF and Samyang AF 35mm f/1.4 P FE fit the same camera?
Yes — both are Sony E mount lenses, so they fit Sony a7/a9/a1 (full-frame) and a6000-series (APS-C).

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