Overview
The Samyang 60-180mm f/2.8 AF Lens (Sony E) is a compact telephoto zoom designed for Sony FE full-frame mirrorless cameras, while remaining fully compatible with APS-C bodies. Covering a versatile 60-180mm focal length with a constant f/2.8 aperture, it is ideal for portraits, sports, wildlife, events, and video production. As part of Samyang's Compact Zoom Series, the lens delivers professional image quality in a lightweight 730g design. Advanced optics, fast Linear STM autofocus, and weather-sealed construction make it an excellent choice for creators who need dependable performance without the size and weight of a traditional 70-200mm f/2.8 lens.
Core Features
- Compatible with Sony FE full-frame mirrorless cameras and APS-C models.
- Constant f/2.8 aperture delivers consistent exposure and excellent subject separation throughout the zoom range.
- Compact Zoom Series design provides professional performance in a highly portable 730g body.
- Floating focus system maintains sharp image quality from close-up distances through to infinity.
- Linear STM autofocus motor provides fast, smooth, and quiet focusing for stills and video.
- Minimum focusing distance of 35cm and up to 0.26x magnification support detailed close-up photography.
- Nine rounded aperture blades create smooth, natural-looking background blur.
- Weather-sealed construction helps protect the lens when shooting outdoors.
- Built-in USB port allows convenient firmware updates without requiring a separate dock.
Lightweight Professional Zoom
Weighing approximately 730g, the AF 60-180mm f/2.8 is considerably lighter than many traditional telephoto zooms in its class. The compact design reduces fatigue during long shoots while making it easier to travel with a complete professional zoom kit.
Constant f/2.8 Performance
The constant f/2.8 maximum aperture maintains consistent exposure throughout the zoom range while providing excellent low-light capability and smooth background separation. This makes the lens equally suited to portraits, weddings, indoor events, and video production.
Sharp Images at Every Distance
A floating focus system keeps image quality consistently high from the minimum focusing distance through to infinity. Combined with a maximum magnification of 0.26x, the lens is capable of capturing everything from detailed close-up subjects to distant scenes with excellent clarity.
Responsive Autofocus for Hybrid Creators
The Linear STM autofocus motor delivers fast, accurate, and near-silent autofocus for both photography and filmmaking. Smooth focus transitions and reliable subject tracking make it well suited to hybrid creators working across both stills and video.
Built for Everyday Shooting
Weather sealing helps protect the lens when working in challenging environments, while the AF/MF switch provides quick control over focusing modes. A built-in USB port also allows simple firmware updates to keep the lens performing at its best.
Optical
| Focal Length | 60-180mm |
| Maximum Aperture | f/2.8 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/22 |
| Lens Format Coverage | Full-Frame |
| Angle of View | Full Frame: 36.9° (Wide) to 13.7° (Tele) APS-C: 27.0° (Wide) to 9.2° (Tele) |
| Minimum Focus Distance | 35 cm (Wide) / 79 cm (Tele) |
| Maximum Magnification | 0.26x (Wide) / 0.21x (Tele) |
| Macro Reproduction Ratio | 1:3.80 (Wide) / 1:4.71 (Tele) |
| Optical Design | 17 Elements in 14 Groups |
| Aperture/Iris Blades | 9 |
General
| Lens Mount | Sony E |
| Focus Type | Autofocus (Linear STM) with Manual Focus Override |
| Electronic Communication | Yes (Built-In USB Port for Firmware Updates) |
| Image Stabilization | No |
Physical
| Filter Thread | 77mm |
| Dimensions | Diameter: 86.7 mm Length: 149.0 mm (Wide) / 174.4 mm (Tele) |
| Weight | 730 g |
What's Included
- Samyang 60-180mm f/2.8 AF Lens (Sony E)
- Front Lens Cap
- Rear Lens Cap
- Lens Hood
- Barcode: 91859
- Supplier Code: SY89555