Samyang V-AF 100mm T2.3 for Sony E

The Samyang V-AF 100mm T2.3 for Sony E is an 8K-optimised cine lens boasting smooth autofocus, incredible depth of field control, and a Tally Lamp ideal for solo creators. A telephoto addition to the versatile V-AF series, it maintains a unified drone-friendly, compact, lightweight, and weatherproof build that supports hassle-free lens switching for professional cinematography in any environment.

Samyang V-AF 100mm T2.3 for Sony E Key Features:

• Full-frame autofocus cine lens for Sony E mount
• 100mm focal length increases versatility in the V-AF series
• Unified V-AF series design for hassle-free lens switching
• Incredible depth of field control with a bright T2.3 aperture
• 9-blade aperture diaphragm enables natural-looking bokeh
• Get closer to your subject with a minimum focus distance of 0.7m
• Shoots high-resolution 8K video with no loss of quality
• 300° rotation angle for smooth focus transition while shooting in MF
• Colour-matched V-AF lenses save time in post-production
• Custom Mode Switch and Focus Hold Button for customisation
• LED Tally Lamp displays recording status to benefit solo creators
• Features weather sealing so you can shoot confidently anywhere
• Compact and lightweight build ideal for gimbal/drone compatibility

Capture Sharp 8K Video with Smooth AF

The Samyang V-AF 100mm T2.3 for Sony E will ensure high-resolution results in various shooting scenarios. The lenses in Samyang’s V-AF series all offer 8K resolution with no loss of quality, ensuring maximum clarity and sharpness. Smooth and precise autofocus capabilities will lend your scenes a cinematic quality, regardless of your skill level. A bright T2.3 aperture and 9-blade aperture diaphragm will enable incredible low-light performance, stunning bokeh, and precise depth of field control, highlighting your subjects and eliminating perspective distortion.

Lightweight Build for Handheld and Aerial Shooting

Designed for professional-quality cinematography, this lens excels in versatile shooting conditions. Weighing just 280g with a length of 85.3mm, it is compact and lightweight, reducing shooting fatigue and camera shake while filming handheld. It has a unified centre of gravity with the rest of the V-AF series. This makes lens switching when using a gimbal or drone a seamless, easily balanced process and expands your shooting possibilities.

Cine-inspired User-Friendly Features

The Samyang V-AF series has the essentials of modern cinema lenses while offering user-friendly features to achieve your desired results. An LED Tally Lamp on the 100mm T2.3 lens displays the recording status, an excellent feature for solo creators. Custom switch and button features allow you to program focus ring options via firmware updates and tailor your lens functions to suit you.

With an optional adapter, you can access manual focus and further optimisation. A focus hold button lets you toggle focus save and loads when in MF mode, and the 300° focus rotation angle enables a smooth focus transition between subjects in your shots.

Uniformed V-AF Series Design

As well as a unified centre of gravity, the Samyang V-AF 100mm T2.3 for Sony E shares several features with other V-AF series lenses. All lenses are full frame with Sony E-mount compatibility and metal accessory mounts, with weather sealing that allows you to shoot in any environment. The lenses are also color-matched for a seamless post-production workflow. The uniform design promotes consistency across your entire project, enabling you to achieve high-quality results.

What’s in the box?

• 1 x Samyang V-AF 100mm T2.3 for Sony E

FAQs:

Does the Samyang V-AF 100mm T2.3 for Sony E have manual focus?

The Samyang V-AF 100mm T2.3 for Sony E is an autofocus lens and does not have manual focus capabilities without an optional Manual Focus Adapter.

Can I use the Samyang V-AF 100mm T2.3 for Sony E Lens on a cropped sensor?

The Samyang V-AF 100mm T2.3 can be used with a cropped sensor and is compatible with Sony FE and E-mounts. The angle of view is 25.4° on a full-frame sensor and 16.9° on a cropped sensor.

Can I use filters with the Samyang V-AF 100mm T2.3 for Sony E lens?

The lens has a 58mm thread for filter compatibility, allowing you to achieve creative effects while shooting.

What can the Samyang V-AF 100mm T2.3 for Sony E lens be used for?

The Samyang V-AF 100mm T2.3 for Sony E cine lens is ideal for shooting stunning portraits or even daily snapshots and maintains subjects without perspective distortion. The bright T2.3 aperture ensures a beautifully blurred background, highlighting your subject. The autofocus and high-resolution 8K video capabilities make it an excellent lens for cinematographers of any skill level.

How compact is the Samyang V-AF 100mm T2.3 for Sony E lens?

The lens weighs just 280g, fitting seamlessly with the other lenses in Samyang’s V-AF series and maintaining a similar centre of gravity for quick and easy balancing while swapping out lenses when working with gimbals or drones. The dimensions of the lens are 72.2mm x 85.3mm, making it a slightly longer lens than others in the series.