How does this compare to the Rokinon 14mm Cine lens?
2052953
It's exactly the same. Samyang is the real, authentic manufacturer. Rokinon is simply a rebranded version.
2052954
As far as I'm aware they are the same lens design and both made by Samyang in Korea-- just different name brand.
797771
I have the kit 14-45 lens and have had good results with a Tiffen closeup filter (a +10) - it wasn't cheap, but it does allow the camera to focus down to about six inches and the image quality is quite good.
173411
If it were me, and if I I had to choose between them - I'd begin with the 14-45mm that you can still get new from Japan if you look around and get it for a reasonable price when they pop us from certain sellers. IMHO the 14-45 is a MUCH sharper lens than the 14-42. There is usually one or two 14-45 available "used" as an Amazon Warehouse deal, but I've found them to be new item returns in excellent condition and have had good really luck when I've ordered "used" from Amazon Warehouse on these lenses (especially when ordering micro 4/3 vs. taking a chance on a used Canon or Nikon lens).
385636
I can't answer that Question since I do not own the 14-35mm but to me the 12-40mm is a excellent lens.
557617
I bought this lens mostly for use in landscape and family group photos. It also makes the camera slightly more compact and easier to pull out for a quick in-focus shot at gatherings and when hiking. Best in good light as subjects are generally further from camera. Light gathering seems on par with the 14-42mm. Easily worth $200.
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Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L USM Standard Zoom Lens for Canon SLR Camerasmy cameras have been the rebel xti, the 30d, and the 5d classic. my second lens purchased was the 24-105. it stays on my 5d. i take it off for the 50 1.4, the 85 1.8, and the 70-200 2.8 is. sharp, u betcha, almost cant tell it from the primes, although i know that my 2 best lenses are my primes. i have had the 24-70 on my camera many times. my partner prefers it and he's very good. i have a shot of the city in porch light at 1/6 sec that is unbelievable. i am a full believer in is, and the 24-105 is the best walk around particularly for full frame that i have met. Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L USM Standard Zoom Lens for Canon SLR Camerasmy cameras have been the rebel xti, the 30d, and the 5d classic. my second lens purchased was the 24-105. it stays on my 5d. i take it off for the 50 1.4, the 85 1.8, and the 70-200 2.8 is. sharp, u betcha, almost cant tell it from the primes, although i know that my 2 best lenses are my primes. i have had the 24-70 on my camera many times. my partner prefers it and he's very good. i have a shot of the city in porch light at 1/6 sec that is unbelievable. i am a full... » Read More Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L USM Standard Zoom Lens for Canon SLR Camerasmy cameras have been the rebel xti, the 30d, and the 5d classic. my second lens purchased was the 24-105. it stays on my 5d. i take it off for the 50 1.4, the 85 1.8, and the 70-200 2.8 is. sharp, u betcha, almost cant tell it from the primes, although i know that my 2 best lenses are my primes. i have had the 24-70 on my camera many times. my partner prefers it and he's very good. i have a shot of the city in porch light at 1/6 sec that is unbelievable. i am a full believer in is, and the 24-105 is the best walk around particularly for full frame that i have met. « Show Less
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It's still a fisheye lens with curvature! 14mm prime lens is as far out as a wide angle or you are looking at the 16mm to 35 mm 2.8 f stop wide angle lens if you want wide angel variation or go with the 17mm to 40mmm f4 wide angel they are both l Lenses.
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I have found for video these rokinons cannot be topped! They have an amazing cinema look and even next to the Carl Zeiss cp2 lenses...they look very close in look. A little less range on ur focus but i actually think the rokinon had more depth. It is a long focal range so if ur shooting close, get the 35 or 24 mm cine lense. Be sure it has the declicked apeture!
1114925
The 15-85 is a BETTER lens for optical quality and IQ. The fact that it is wider is a bonus.
236736
I honestly don't know what the difference may be between the two lenses. I do not own the canon 14mm lens to compare them. I am very happy with this Sigma lens. It takes a nice full wide angle shot.
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Hi There, Yes, they will work as long they're MFT lenses comparable, and MFT mount adapter is needed if using different len types. Hope it help.! see link below. http://www.bmcuser.com/showthread.php?10737-Rokinon-14mm-Wide-Cine-Lens-VS-Canon-24-105-L-Lens-(BMPCC)
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Not really, its about .5 inches longer and it has a 72 mm filter tread vs the 67mm of the 14-54, this gives you 2 mm more on the wide end and 6 on the longer end, as for weight it its heavy but quite comfortable to handle, so if you have the budget go for it, it will mean not having to buy another wide lens (as the 11-22) and that means some important weight savings
354390
For me - I liked the smaller size and the faster general shutter speed in lower light situations. it works very well for a travel all purpose lens - great with landscapes.
2256733
I usually think of zooms for versatility, but if you were just interested in a prime, I'd say this one was the best combination. 14mm is too wide. 35mm a bit too close (remember it's actually closer to 50mm when you take into account the cropped sensor). 23mm is a bit more flexible as well as being a great lens.
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I can't speak for the quality of the Bower series of lenses, or their model of this particular lens. However, I have had very consistent, high quality results with the Rokinon Cine prime series, and am very satisfied. We've never had problems with the focus ring or manual aperture with smoothness or anything. The images of the lenses are also very sharp. Looking at the Bower's photos, it looks to me like a knockoff of the Rokinon Cine primes, but that's just conjecture. If it is just basically a copy, chances are that the Rokinon delivers a higher quality image and performance. Just my two cents. Break a leg! I can't speak for the quality of the Bower series of lenses, or their model of this particular lens. However, I have had very consistent, high quality results with the Rokinon Cine prime series, and am very satisfied. We've never had problems with the focus ring or manual aperture with smoothness or anything. The images of the lenses are also very sharp. Looking at the Bower's photos, it looks to me like a knockoff of the Rokinon Cine primes, but that's just conjecture. If it is just basically a copy, chances are that the Rokinon delivers a higher quality image and performance. Just my two... » Read More I can't speak for the quality of the Bower series of lenses, or their model of this particular lens. However, I have had very consistent, high quality results with the Rokinon Cine prime series, and am very satisfied. We've never had problems with the focus ring or manual aperture with smoothness or anything. The images of the lenses are also very sharp. Looking at the Bower's photos, it looks to me like a knockoff of the Rokinon Cine primes, but that's just conjecture. If it is just basically a copy, chances are that the Rokinon delivers a higher quality image and performance. Just my two cents. Break a leg! « Show Less
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I have both lenses. My experience is that both provides same good image quality. Lack of OIS i do not know.. I use the 25 mm more than the 45 mm now since i can use it for portraits by moving a bit and also "normal" day to day use
1856381
Its decent, but with the 20mm 1.8G or 24mm 1.8G, both of those lenses are much better for landscapes than the 18-35mm. The 24mm 1.8G is hands down sharper than both the 20mm 1.8G and 18-35mm. At 24mm's, its the typical landscape lens and it costs the same as this lens. Cons, its a prime and this is a zoom. But, I'd rather scoop a 24mm 1.8G and 35mm 1.8G because primes will always be sharper.