The Samyang AF 24-70mm F2.8 FE is Samyang’s first auto-focus standard zoom lens equipped with a range of features specifically optimized for video shooting. These enhancements set it apart from other standard zoom lenses on the market. Key features optimized for video shooting include:

Parfocal
This function ensures the focus remains on the subject when zooming in or out. It is a feature typically found on cine zoom lenses, designed specifically for video shooting.

Cinematic Video AF
The AF speed is finely controlled during video recording, which significantly reduces wobbling and ensures stable video capture.

Linear MF Focus Control
This feature provides greater convenience for video shooters by replicating the torque of the focus ring, making it feel similar to that of a manual video lens when shooting in manual mode.

Cine Kit
The Samyang Cine Kit, which includes focus gearing, a follow focus, and a tripod mount, allows for efficient system exchange when switching lenses. Its compact configuration ensures excellent maneuverability. Additionally, the kit includes a mount kit and follow focus, providing essential elements for video shooting all at once (Kit sold separately).

The lens delivers a 24-70mm focal length, offering a wide-angle to short-telephoto view. With a constant, bright F2.8 maximum aperture throughout the zoom range, this lens is perfect for full-frame camera users. You can use it for a variety of photography styles, including landscapes, portraits, and casual shots. Thanks to the optical design of 17 elements in 14 groups (2 Aspherical, 1 H-ASP, 3 High Refractive Index, and 3 Extra-low Dispersion), it ensures excellent resolution and sharpness across the entire image.

Bright Aperture and Impressive Bokeh
The AF 24-70mm F2.8 FE creates beautifully blurred backgrounds, thanks to its bright aperture. By using a shallow depth of field, it effectively separates the subject from the background, creating visually striking images that emphasize the subject. The 9-blade circular aperture contributes to smooth, natural-looking bokeh and beautiful starburst effects.

Short Minimum Focusing Distance
The lens has a short minimum focusing distance of just 0.35m (1.15ft), enabling you to capture unique perspectives close to the subject. This feature is particularly useful for photographing food, close-up portraits, and exaggerated features.

Weather-Sealing Design
Samyang has enhanced the usability of the AF 24-70mm F2.8 FE by considering the user’s shooting environment. This zoom lens includes weather sealing at seven key points to protect against light dust, rain, and snow, ensuring you can still capture stunning images in less-than-ideal conditions.

Custom Switch for Intuitive Operation
Equipped with a custom switch, the lens makes shooting and operation more intuitive and straightforward. You can easily select various functions, such as Aperture Control Mode or MF Mode, allowing you to tailor the shooting experience to your personal preferences. More functions will become available through future firmware updates.

Linear STM for Quiet and Precise Focusing
The AF 24-70mm F2.8 FE features the latest Linear STM (Stepping Motor), which allows for precise and quiet control over a larger, heavier focus lens group. This results in excellent image quality, whether shooting stills or videos.

Additional Features
This lens offers zoom functionality and a customizable mode switch, further enhancing its versatility. The fast F2.8 maximum aperture ensures exceptional low-light performance, while the 9-blade iris delivers smooth, circular bokeh effects.

Weather-sealing protects the lens from dust and moisture, ensuring durability. With its compact size, wide angle of view, and a minimum focusing distance of 13.8 inches, this lens is perfect for group shots, travel, street shooting, and landscapes.

Autofocusing and Filter Compatibility
Autofocusing utilizes a Linear Stepless Motor (LSM) for smooth, quiet focusing, which is especially important when recording video. The internal focusing (IF) design prevents changes in lens length or front element rotation. This allows for easy use of polarizers and other filters that require precise positioning.