Samyang 24mm F1.4 Nikon AE Wide-Angle Prime Lens

Capturing expansive landscapes, astrophotography scenes, or environmental portraits with a standard lens often leaves you wanting more width and light. The Samyang 24mm F1.4 Nikon AE solves this by delivering a bright, wide perspective with precise manual control. Its fast f/1.4 aperture excels in low light, while the 84.1° angle of view on full-frame brings dramatic depth to every shot.

Who is it for

This lens is built for photographers who need a fast, sharp wide-angle prime without breaking the bank. It suits Nikon FX and DX shooters who enjoy manual focusing and want full aperture control from the camera body. From astro-landscapes to interior and architectural work, it provides the optical quality and creative flexibility that enthusiasts and professionals demand.

Main features

• Bright f/1.4 maximum aperture for shallow depth of field and low-light performance
• Nikon F mount with AE chip for automatic aperture control and EXIF data transmission
• Full-frame coverage with 84.1° angle of view; also works on APS-C (DX) cameras
• Advanced optical design: 13 elements in 12 groups, including 2 aspherical and 4 ED elements
• Ultra Multi-Coating (UMC) reduces flare and ghosting for high contrast and clarity
• Internal focusing (IF) keeps the lens length constant and enables a 0.25 m minimum focus distance
• 8 circular diaphragm blades create smooth, pleasing bokeh
• Manual focus only, with a wide, damped focus ring for precise control

Specifications

• Focal length: 24mm
• Maximum aperture: f/1.4
• Minimum aperture: f/22
• Lens mount: Nikon F
• Format compatibility: Full-frame (FX) and APS-C (DX)
• Angle of view: 84.1° (full-frame)
• Minimum focus distance: 0.25 m (9.84")
• Optical design: 13 elements in 12 groups
• Special elements: 2 aspherical, 4 ED (extra-low dispersion)
• Diaphragm blades: 8 (circular)
• Filter thread size: 77 mm
• Image stabilization: No
• Autofocus: Manual focus only
• AE chip: Yes
• Coating: UMC (Ultra Multi-Coating)
• Included accessories: Lens hood, front and rear lens caps

Tips

For astrophotography, set the aperture to f/1.4 and focus manually using live view magnification. The AE chip allows you to control aperture from the camera, so you can use aperture-priority mode while focusing manually. Always use the included lens hood to reduce flare when shooting toward bright light sources.