Samyang AF 135mm f/1.8 FE vs Tokina atx-m 56mm f/1.4 E
Both are Sony E mount primes for portrait and low-light — here's how the specs differ and which to pick. Every spec is from the manufacturer's own catalog.
| Spec | Samyang AF 135mm f/1.8 FE | Tokina atx-m 56mm f/1.4 E |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 135mm | 56mm |
| Max aperture | f/1.8 | f/1.4 |
| Type | prime | prime |
| Coverage | full-frame | APS-C |
| Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
Which should you buy?
- the Tokina atx-m 56mm f/1.4 E opens wider (f/1.4) — brighter in low light and more background blur
- the Tokina atx-m 56mm f/1.4 E (56mm) is wider — more in the frame for street and interiors; the Samyang AF 135mm f/1.8 FE (135mm) is tighter — more reach and compression for portraits
- the Samyang AF 135mm f/1.8 FE covers full-frame (also works on APS-C bodies); the Tokina atx-m 56mm f/1.4 E is APS-C-only — it won't fill a full-frame sensor
Where to buy
Check the Samyang AF 135mm f/1.8 FE price on Amazon →
Check the Tokina atx-m 56mm f/1.4 E price on Amazon →
FAQ
What's the difference between the Samyang AF 135mm f/1.8 FE and the Tokina atx-m 56mm f/1.4 E?
The Samyang AF 135mm f/1.8 FE is 135mm f/1.8 prime, full-frame; the Tokina atx-m 56mm f/1.4 E is 56mm f/1.4 prime, APS-C. Both fit the Sony E mount.
Which is better in low light, the Samyang AF 135mm f/1.8 FE or the Tokina atx-m 56mm f/1.4 E?
The Tokina atx-m 56mm f/1.4 E — its f/1.4 maximum aperture lets in more light and gives more background blur than the f/1.8 of the other.
Do the Samyang AF 135mm f/1.8 FE and Tokina atx-m 56mm f/1.4 E 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). Note the Tokina atx-m 56mm f/1.4 E is APS-C-only and won't fill a full-frame sensor.
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