Samyang AF 18mm f/2.8 FE vs TTArtisan AF 24mm f/3.8 mini
Both are Sony E mount primes for wide-angle and compact — here's how the specs differ and which to pick. Every spec is from the manufacturer's own catalog.
| Spec | Samyang AF 18mm f/2.8 FE | TTArtisan AF 24mm f/3.8 mini |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 18mm | 24mm |
| Max aperture | f/2.8 | f/3.8 |
| Type | prime | prime |
| Coverage | full-frame | full-frame |
| Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
Which should you buy?
- the Samyang AF 18mm f/2.8 FE opens wider (f/2.8) — brighter in low light and more background blur
- the Samyang AF 18mm f/2.8 FE (18mm) is wider — more in the frame for street and interiors; the TTArtisan AF 24mm f/3.8 mini (24mm) is tighter — more reach and compression for portraits
Where to buy
Samyang AF 18mm f/2.8 FESee price on Amazon
TTArtisan AF 24mm f/3.8 miniSee price on Amazon
FAQ
What's the difference between the Samyang AF 18mm f/2.8 FE and the TTArtisan AF 24mm f/3.8 mini?
The Samyang AF 18mm f/2.8 FE is 18mm f/2.8 prime, full-frame; the TTArtisan AF 24mm f/3.8 mini is 24mm f/3.8 prime, full-frame. Both fit the Sony E mount.
Which is better in low light, the Samyang AF 18mm f/2.8 FE or the TTArtisan AF 24mm f/3.8 mini?
The Samyang AF 18mm f/2.8 FE — its f/2.8 maximum aperture lets in more light and gives more background blur than the f/3.8 of the other.
Do the Samyang AF 18mm f/2.8 FE and TTArtisan AF 24mm f/3.8 mini 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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