Viltrox AF 14mm f/4.0 Air vs Samyang MF 14mm f/2.8 Z
Both are Nikon Z mount primes for wide-angle and landscape — here's how the specs differ and which to pick. Every spec is from the manufacturer's own catalog.
| Spec | Viltrox AF 14mm f/4.0 Air | Samyang MF 14mm f/2.8 Z |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 14mm | 14mm |
| Max aperture | f/4.0 | f/2.8 |
| Type | prime | prime |
| Coverage | full-frame | full-frame |
| Mount | Nikon Z | Nikon Z |
Which should you buy?
- the Samyang MF 14mm f/2.8 Z opens wider (f/2.8) — brighter in low light and more background blur
Where to buy
Viltrox AF 14mm f/4.0 AirSee price on Amazon
Samyang MF 14mm f/2.8 ZSee price on Amazon
FAQ
What's the difference between the Viltrox AF 14mm f/4.0 Air and the Samyang MF 14mm f/2.8 Z?
The Viltrox AF 14mm f/4.0 Air is 14mm f/4.0 prime, full-frame; the Samyang MF 14mm f/2.8 Z is 14mm f/2.8 prime, full-frame. Both fit the Nikon Z mount.
Which is better in low light, the Viltrox AF 14mm f/4.0 Air or the Samyang MF 14mm f/2.8 Z?
The Samyang MF 14mm f/2.8 Z — its f/2.8 maximum aperture lets in more light and gives more background blur than the f/4.0 of the other.
Do the Viltrox AF 14mm f/4.0 Air and Samyang MF 14mm f/2.8 Z fit the same camera?
Yes — both are Nikon Z mount lenses, so they fit Nikon Z series (Z6/Z7/Z8/Z9 full-frame, Z50/Zfc APS-C).
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