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Samyang AF 12mm f/2

A 213g 12mm f/2 ultra-wide for APS-C (18-19mm equivalent) with linear STM focus and weather sealing — an affordable astro and vlogging lens. This is the Canon RF version.

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£348 new
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Core
Released
2025
Focal Length
12mm
Aperture
f/2
Compatible Mount
Canon RF
Filter Size
62mm
Dimensions
70mm diameter × 57.2mm length
Weight
213g
Weather Sealed
Yes
Optics & Focus
AF Motor
Linear STM stepping motor
Optical IS
None (relies on body IS)
Aperture Blades
7
Magnification
0.09x
Min. Focus Distance
0.2m

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GearScore™ — Suitability by Genre

Base score — computed from verified specs for an enthusiast shooting photo and video. Camera Match adjusts it for your skill level and priorities.

Portrait
5.3
Street
6.6
Travel
6.5
Wedding & Events
5.6
Vlogging & Video
7.3
Filmmaking
5.1
Documentary
5.8
Landscape
7.8
Casual
6.5
Food
3.8
Architecture
7.2
Astrophotography
6.8
Underwater
6.6
✅ Great For
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Landscape 7.8 Strong on focal length, weather sealing and portability.
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Vlogging & Video 7.3 Strong on focal length, portability and autofocus.
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Architecture 7.2 Strong on focal length, filter compatibility and weather sealing.
⚠️ Not Ideal For
🍽️
Food 3.8 Held back by close focusing and focal length.
📝 How suitability scores are calculated GearScore™ genre scores are calculated from this camera's verified specifications — autofocus, sensor, weight, weather sealing and more — weighted by what matters for each type of photography. Where a spec sheet misses something (e.g. a manual-focus rangefinder for street), we apply a documented editorial adjustment. Scores are not based on customer reviews. See our full methodology →
Price History — AF 12mm f/2