Zeiss Batis 25mm f/2 vs Samyang AF 12mm f/2 E
Both are Sony E mount primes for wide-angle and landscape — here's how the specs differ and which to pick. Every spec is from the manufacturer's own catalog.
| Spec | Zeiss Batis 25mm f/2 | Samyang AF 12mm f/2 E |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 25mm | 12mm |
| Max aperture | f/2 | f/2 |
| Type | prime | prime |
| Coverage | full-frame | APS-C |
| Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
Which should you buy?
- the Samyang AF 12mm f/2 E (12mm) is wider — more in the frame for street and interiors; the Zeiss Batis 25mm f/2 (25mm) is tighter — more reach and compression for portraits
- the Zeiss Batis 25mm f/2 covers full-frame (also works on APS-C bodies); the Samyang AF 12mm f/2 E is APS-C-only — it won't fill a full-frame sensor
Where to buy
Zeiss Batis 25mm f/2See price on Amazon
Samyang AF 12mm f/2 ESee price on Amazon
FAQ
What's the difference between the Zeiss Batis 25mm f/2 and the Samyang AF 12mm f/2 E?
The Zeiss Batis 25mm f/2 is 25mm f/2 prime, full-frame; the Samyang AF 12mm f/2 E is 12mm f/2 prime, APS-C. Both fit the Sony E mount.
Do the Zeiss Batis 25mm f/2 and Samyang AF 12mm f/2 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 Samyang AF 12mm f/2 E is APS-C-only and won't fill a full-frame sensor.
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