I got this lens as a replacement for the Sony 35mm f/1.8, since I was very disappointed with both sharpness and chromatic aberration. As far as I can tell, the Rokinon is sharper at f/1.2 than the Sony at f/1.8, and chromatic aberration is nearly nonexistent. I have noticed some coma when using the lens for astrophotography, so it would probably be best to stop it down a bit and to use the lens for panorama stitching rather than singular images.
The focus ring is smooth and easy to use, although focus is paper thin at f/1.2 due to the incredibly wide aperture. It seems fairly well balanced on my a6000, although perhaps a bit front-heavy. The lens hood doesn't click into place when putting it on the lens backwards, so you may have to keep that in mind for storage.
Overall, I have found this lens to be amazing in quality and fun to use at a rather low price for the wide aperture and good sharpness. Focus can be hard to get perfect, so prepare to lose a lot of shots your first time using it, especially if shooting non-stationary objects. However, if you do get focus correct, image quality is excellent.
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This Item  Rokinon 35mm F1.2 High Speed Wide Angle Lens for Sony E-Mount - Black - Sony E |  |  |  | |
| Price | — | $499.00 | $529.00 | $158.00 |
| Delivery | Get it as soon as Monday, May 13 | — | — | Get it as soon as Sunday, May 12 |
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| Sold By | Amazon.com | 17Photo, Electronics and Outdoors | 17Photo, Electronics and Outdoors | VILTROX Official Store |
| lens type | Wide Angle | Wide Angle | Wide Angle | Wide Angle |
| compatible mountings | Sony E | Sony E | Sony E | Sony E, Sony FE |
| lens design | Prime | Prime | Prime | Prime |
| focus type | manual only | Manual Focus | Manual Focus | Auto/Manual |
| minimum focal length | — | 35 millimeters | 24 millimeters | 20 millimeters |
| max focal length | — | 35 millimeters | 24 millimeters | 20 millimeters |
| fixed focal length | 35 millimeters | 35 millimeters | 24 millimeters | 20 millimeters |
| model name | RK3512-E | DSX35-NEX | DSX24-NEX | — |
| min aperture | — | 22 millimeters | 22 millimeters | 16 f stop |
| max aperture | 1.2 f stop | 1.5 millimeters | 1.5 millimeters | 2.8 f stop |
| diaphragm blades | 9 | 9 | 9 | 7 |
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COMPACT HIGH SPEED
35mm F1.2
The 35mm F1.2 lens is designed for APS-C cameras, and provides a 56mm equivalent focal length. This lens is characterized by its bright f/1.2 maximum aperture, which allows for extensive control over depth of field and selective focus, and also benefits shooting in difficult lighting conditions.
COMPACT HIGH SPEED
35mm F1.2
The manual focus design affords precise focusing control down to 1.25' and a rounded nine-blade diaphragm also contributes to a pleasing bokeh quality.
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Best lens I’ve purchased yet?
So I’ve had this lens for about a month now and it’s honestly one of my favorite lens to use for fun, and professionally! I’ve compared the lens to Fuji’s 35mm F/2 and there’s barely any difference. Fuji’s 35mm does have some more vibrant colors and provides autofocus but I don’t care too much about that. Because I honestly have found the ability to drop all the way down to F/1.2 incredibly useful! This lens has gotten me into doing night photography and has helped create some beautiful background blur! Is it worth your money? 100%, that’s if you are willing to deal with a manual lens (which isn’t that hard). Check out my photos that I’ve taken with it and judge wether or not you should get one yourself!Note: this MANUAL lens does not provide any autofocus nor image stabilization but honestly I haven’t really missed those features even while filming for weddings.Weddings:https://youtu.be/YmyShtz5NnAhttps://youtu.be/L7kqWk-i1tchttps://youtu.be/daJFnXYXLgM
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Reviewed in the United States on June 9, 2021
*: SilverStyle: Fuji XVerified Purchase
So I’ve had this lens for about a month now and it’s honestly one of my favorite lens to use for fun, and professionally! I’ve compared the lens to Fuji’s 35mm F/2 and there’s barely any difference. Fuji’s 35mm does have some more vibrant colors and provides autofocus but I don’t care too much about that. Because I honestly have found the ability to drop all the way down to F/1.2 incredibly useful! This lens has gotten me into doing night photography and has helped create some beautiful background blur! Is it worth your money? 100%, that’s if you are willing to deal with a manual lens (which isn’t that hard). Check out my photos that I’ve taken with it and judge wether or not you should get one yourself!
Note: this MANUAL lens does not provide any autofocus nor image stabilization but honestly I haven’t really missed those features even while filming for weddings.
Weddings:
https://youtu.be/YmyShtz5NnA
https://youtu.be/L7kqWk-i1tc
https://youtu.be/daJFnXYXLgM
Note: this MANUAL lens does not provide any autofocus nor image stabilization but honestly I haven’t really missed those features even while filming for weddings.
Weddings:
https://youtu.be/YmyShtz5NnA
https://youtu.be/L7kqWk-i1tc
https://youtu.be/daJFnXYXLgM
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Reviewed in the United States on September 29, 2022
Also, these lens are manual lens only. NOT AUTO FOCUS LENS
Everything is great!
*: BlackStyle: Fuji XVerified Purchase
Fuji XT3 User: LOVE LOVE LOVE THESE MANUAL LENS!Great buy
Reviewed in the United States on September 29, 2022
I had trouble at first getting the lens to communicate w/ the camera. This can be fixed by going to user settings and simply turning “camera lens” ON.Reviewed in the United States on September 29, 2022
Also, these lens are manual lens only. NOT AUTO FOCUS LENS
Everything is great!
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Muy nítido aún en su abertura 1.2 .
Lo voy a usar para hacer video y espero poder obtener buenos resultados.
El envió fue muy rápido llego un día antes de lo esperado
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