Samyang 12mm f/2.0
The Samyang 12mm f/2.0 is a 12mm f/2 lens designed for Sony E, Fujifilm X, Micro Four Thirds, Canon EF-M, Samsung NX mount cameras. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
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Lens Overview — Samyang 12mm f/2.0
Key Features — Samyang 12mm f/2.0
12mm f/2.0 Prime: A fixed ultra wide-angle focal length with a fast f/2.0 maximum aperture, well suited to low-light and astrophotography work on APS-C sensors.
APS-C Mirrorless Design: Optimized for APS-C mirrorless systems, delivering an equivalent field of view of approximately 18mm on Sony E, Fujifilm X, and other supported mounts.
Multiple Mount Options: Available in Sony E, Fujifilm X, Micro Four Thirds, Canon EF-M, and Samsung NX mounts, covering a wide range of mirrorless camera systems.
Manual Focus Only: Features a smooth manual focus ring with no autofocus motor, rewarding shooters comfortable with zone focusing or live view magnification.
Lightweight Build: Weighs just 245g, keeping the overall kit compact and travel-friendly for mirrorless users shooting on location.
67mm Filter Thread: A common 67mm front filter diameter makes it straightforward to source compatible ND, polarizing, and other filters.
Lens Specifications — Samyang 12mm f/2.0
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Astrophotography, Travel |
| Lens Type | Ultra Wide-Angle |
| Format | APS-C |
| Zoom/Prime | Prime |
| Focal Length | 12mm |
| Maximum Aperture | f/2 |
| Camera System | Mirrorless |
| Lens Mount | Sony E, Fujifilm X, Micro Four Thirds, Canon EF-M, Samsung NX |
| Autofocus | No |
| Focus Type | Manual |
| Image Stabilization | None |
| Filter Thread | 67mm |
Description — Samyang 12mm f/2.0
The Samyang 12mm f/2.0 is a manual focus ultra wide-angle prime designed for APS-C mirrorless cameras. With a 12mm fixed focal length and a fast f/2.0 maximum aperture, it delivers wide coverage and solid low-light performance without autofocus complexity. Weighing just 245g, it is easy to carry for extended shoots.
The lens is offered across five mounts — Sony E, Fujifilm X, Micro Four Thirds, Canon EF-M, and Samsung NX — giving it broad compatibility across the mirrorless ecosystem. A 67mm filter thread makes it straightforward to pair with popular circular filters. There is no image stabilization, so steady shooting technique or a tripod is recommended in challenging light.
This is a dedicated prime with no zoom capability, keeping the optical design focused on delivering consistent wide-angle results at the 12mm focal length on APS-C format sensors.
Pros — Samyang 12mm f/2.0
- ✓Fast f/2.0 maximum aperture for an ultra wide-angle prime, supporting low-light shooting
- ✓Lightweight at just 245g, keeping the overall kit compact for mirrorless users
- ✓Available in five mount options: Sony E, Fujifilm X, Micro Four Thirds, Canon EF-M, and Samsung NX
Cons — Samyang 12mm f/2.0
- ✗Manual focus only — no autofocus support, which may not suit all shooting styles or subjects
- ✗No image stabilization, requiring careful technique in low-light or slower shutter speed situations
- ✗APS-C-only format limits use to crop sensor bodies; will not cover full-frame sensors
Videos — Samyang 12mm f/2.0
Samyang 12mm f/2 NCS CS lens review with samples — Christopher Frost