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

Both are Sony E mount primes for standard prime and low-light — 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

Check the Samyang AF 35mm f/1.4 FE II price on Amazon → We could not find this one on Amazon US in Sony E — this button runs an Amazon search for it rather than opening a product page.

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FAQ

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

Which is better in low light, the Samyang AF 35mm f/1.4 FE II or the Laowa Argus 35mm f/0.95 FF?
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 Samyang AF 35mm f/1.4 FE II and Laowa Argus 35mm f/0.95 FF 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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