Samyang updates its popular MF 14mm f/2.8 and 85mm f/1.4 DSLR lenses with new Mk2 versions

Samyang has announced updates to two of its most popular manual focus lenses for DSLRs with the new MF 14mm f/2.8 Mk2 and MF 85mm f/1.4 Mk2 lenses. Although they are designed primarily for DSLRs, coming in Nikon F and Canon EF mounts, they’re also available in some mirrorless mounts, too, including Sony E, Fuji X, Canon EF-M and Micro Four Thirds.

The new Mark II updates come with focus lock and a “de-clicked” aperture to ensure you hit your absolute sweet spot with fine analogue adjustments and once you’re there you can lock it off. They both have 9 aperture blades for better bokeh and they’re both weather-sealed to help prevent dust and moisture from entering the lens.

Samyang MF 14mm f/2.8 Mk2

Focal Length	14mm
Maximum Aperture	f/2.8
Minimum Aperture	f/22
Lens Mount	Nikon F, Canon EF, Sony E, Fuji X, Canon EF-M, Micro Four Thirds
Format Compatibility	Full-Frame
Angle of View	115.7° (93.9° APS-C, 89.9° Canon APS-C, 76.2° MFT)
Maximum Magnification	0.08x
Minimum Focus Distance	28cm
Optical Design	14 Elements in 10 Groups
Diaphragm Blades	9
Focus Type	Manual Focus
Image Stabilization	No
Filter Size	None (built-in lens hood)
Dimensions	87mm diameter, 96.1-122.4mm length (depending on mount)
Weight	641-708g (depending on mount)

Samyang MF 85mm f/1.4 Mk2

Focal Length	85mm
Maximum Aperture	f/1.4
Minimum Aperture	f/22
Lens Mount	Nikon F, Canon EF, Sony E, Fuji X, Canon EF-M, Micro Four Thirds
Format Compatibility	Full-Frame
Angle of View	28.3° (19.1° APS-C, 17.7° Canon APS-C, 14.4° MFT)
Maximum Magnification	x0.09
Minimum Focus Distance	1.1m
Optical Design	9 Elements in 7 Groups
Diaphragm Blades	9
Focus Type	Manual Focus
Image Stabilization	No
Filter Size	72mm
Dimensions	78mm diameter, 72.2-101mm length (depending on mount)
Weight	541-599g (depending on mount)

Both of the new lenses are expected to hit the shelves at some point in early June. Their UK prices will be between £359 and £439 depending on which lens you go for and which camera mount you want on the back end of it I haven’t seen US prices yet, although I expect they’ll be available to pre-order at B&H soon.