Samyang MF lenses

[mumrar]

Hello all. I got a 5D to replace my 450D last year and the one lens I miss the most is my Sigma 10-20. I've read good things about the Samyang (or other brand but same) lenses and am specifically after the 14mm. I have no problem with manual usage having used my OM lenses more extensively now, and it seems a good way to save some pennies on auto lenses.

Any advice/examples greatly appreciated.

 

[bensambrook]

I have the Samyang 8mm and it is a fantastic little ( or should I say rather large ) lens, because its so wide focusing really isn't an issue I usually just set it to infinity and everything is in focus. Here are a few shots I've taken with it


Wide Angle Star Trail by bensambrook, on Flickr


Samyang 8mm Long Exposure by bensambrook, on Flickr

 

[mumrar]

Cheers for the examples, are you using full frame or an APS-C sensor?

 

[bensambrook]

APS-C Canon 500D

 

[GHP]

can't help with the 8mm, but I have the 85mm f1.4 on my D7000.
Build quality is superb, and the IQ is awesome. From what I have read the other lenses are the same quality.
Even though I have the Nikon 12-24mm f4, I am going to order the 14mm f2.8, due to the reports I have read. If I wanted an 8mm I would have no hesitation in ordering one.
Actually, I'm quite tempted by the 35mm f1.4 too !!

 

[BacktotheFuji]

I use the 14/2.8 with my 5D and it's sharp even wide open I've posted samples here before with that combo which should come up via the search function.