Samyang Cine V-AF 35mm T1.9
The Samyang 35mm T1.9 is a 35mm f/1.9 lens designed for Sony E mount cameras. Used copies start from $340.68 on GearFocus, with buyer protection on every purchase.
Samyang Cine V-AF 35mm T1.9
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Lens Overview — Samyang 35mm T1.9
Key Features — Samyang 35mm T1.9
T1.9 Maximum Aperture: Gathers substantial light for low-light shooting and produces a shallow depth of field with cinematic background separation.
Autofocus & Manual Focus: Supports both AF and manual focus operation, giving videographers the flexibility to switch between run-and-gun convenience and precise focus pulling.
Full-Frame Coverage: Image circle covers full-frame sensors, making it compatible with Sony E-mount bodies such as the FX3, A7, and A1 series.
Sony E-Mount: Natively mounts to Sony mirrorless cameras without adapters, ensuring full electronic communication and autofocus performance.
35mm Prime Focal Length: A standard perspective well-suited to documentary, narrative, and interview work where a natural field of view is preferred.
Cine-Oriented Design: Built with cinema workflows in mind, including smooth focus and aperture control suited to video production environments.
Lens Specifications — Samyang 35mm T1.9
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Studio, Video / Cinematography |
| Lens Type | Cine |
| Format | Full Frame |
| Zoom/Prime | Prime |
| Focal Length | 35mm |
| Maximum Aperture | f/1.9 |
| Camera System | Mirrorless |
| Lens Mount | Sony E |
| Autofocus | Yes |
| Focus Type | Auto, Manual |
| Image Stabilization | None |
| Filter Thread | 70mm |
Description — Samyang 35mm T1.9
The Samyang Cine V-AF 35mm T1.9 is a prime cine lens engineered for Sony E-mount mirrorless cameras, covering a full-frame image circle at a 35mm focal length. Its T1.9 maximum aperture puts it in solid territory for low-light cinematic work, giving operators flexibility to work in challenging lighting conditions while achieving a shallower depth of field. Both autofocus and manual focus are supported, offering the kind of operational flexibility that video professionals expect — particularly for setups involving gimbals or drones where precise, hands-free focus acquisition matters.
The lens weighs 645g and features a 70mm filter thread, providing a practical mounting point for ND filters, diffusion, and other front-of-lens accessories frequently used in cine workflows. With no optical image stabilization on board, shooters should pair this lens with stabilized bodies or external support systems for smooth handheld footage. As a dedicated cine-type prime in Samyang's V-AF lineup, this lens is built around the demands of mirrorless video production on the Sony E-mount platform.
Pros — Samyang 35mm T1.9
- ✓Fast T1.9 maximum aperture enables strong performance in lower light conditions
- ✓Full-frame coverage (lensFormat: Full Frame) suits a wide range of Sony E-mount bodies
- ✓Supports both autofocus and manual focus (focusType: Auto, Manual) for flexible operation
Cons — Samyang 35mm T1.9
- ✗No image stabilization (imageStabilization: None) means reliance on in-body stabilization or external rigs
- ✗645g weight (weight: 645g) may add noticeable heft to compact mirrorless setups
- ✗Single-mount availability (mount.lens: Sony E only) limits use across different camera systems
Reviews — Samyang 35mm T1.9
Videos — Samyang 35mm T1.9
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