Announced: Samyang AF 16mm f/2.8 P FE and AF 85mm f/1.8 P FE lenses

LK Samyang, Prima Series New Product 'AF 16mm

Launch of 'F2.8 P FE' and 'AF 85mm F1.8 P FE'

Completing the Prima Series Trio Lineup for Hybrid Content Creators

Tuesday, July 15, 2025 – LK Samyang, a global optics company, is expanding its  prime lens lineup by launching two new Prima series products for hybrid content creators and photography beginners, the ‘AF 16mm F2.8 P FE’ and ‘AF 85mm F1.8 P  FE’. These new products  represent the wide-angle and mid-telephoto ranges respectively, and combine excellent portability and optical performance.

Together with the 'AF 35mm F1.4 P FE' released in 2024, the Prima Series  trio lineup encompassing 16mm, 35mm, and 85mm will be established to meet diverse needs.

Your First Lens, Prima Series

The best choice for those who are just starting out with photography and videography

The Prima Series is a lineup of prime  lenses designed for photography and videography beginners and hybrid content creators, and was created with the goal of being 'your first lens' and 'the lens you reach for first'. It  is compact yet lightweight and offers excellent optical performance,  providing users with the optimal shooting experience.

- AF 16mm F2.8 P FE: A compact and lightweight F2.8 wide-angle prime lens, ideal for vlogging and landscape photography. 

- AF 35mm F1.4 P FE: An all-rounder suitable for everyday and travel snapshots 

- AF 85mm F1.8 P FE: The smallest and lightest lens in its class*,  a mid-telephoto lens optimized for portrait photography with shallow depth of field and smooth bokeh 

*As of July 15, 2025, LK Samyang's own research

Beyond Lightweight

A body that is both ultra-light and sturdy, and a minimalist design

Both lenses adopt a minimalist design that boldly excludes the traditional red ring, and  use high-strength engineering plastic materials developed by LK Samyang to create a lightweight yet sturdy and luxurious texture. In addition, the meticulous user experience design, including the newly applied focus ring pattern, has further enhanced the operability  .

AF 16mm F2.8 P FE  — Ultra-wide-angle compact lens for capturing everyday life

With an ultra-light design of 70.5mm and weighing 207g, it offers easy portability and excellent maneuverability.  With a wide field of view, a maximum 0.33x close-up shooting function, and a short minimum focus distance of 0.12m,  it is possible to take a variety of photos such as landscapes, snapshots, and close-ups while traveling. When mounted on an APS-C body, it is possible to take close-up shots with an equivalent angle of view of approximately 24mm and  a close-up shooting of approximately 0.5x, allowing for greater effects and expanding the scope of creative expression.

AF 85mm F1.8 P FE  — A mid-telephoto ultra-light lens optimized for portraits

Despite the bright F1. 8 aperture, it is compact and lightweight at just 272 g and 71.5 mm long, making  it the lightest and most portable prime lens in its class * . The three ED lenses and nine-element circular aperture  achieve both excellent resolution and smooth bokeh at the optimal distance for portrait photography.  The natural and smooth depth of field transition between the subject and background adds depth and emotion to photos,  providing an immersive visual experience.

*As of July 15, 2025, LK Samyang's own research

An LK Samyang official said, “The Prima series aims to  be the first lens for creators and the lens they will hold most often,  ” adding, “Both new models feature excellent portability, sturdiness, and optical performance , making them great partners for both everyday use and creative settings.”

The new products 'AF 16mm F2.8 P FE' and 'AF 85mm F1.8 P FE' will be sequentially released through  major online and offline channels at home and abroad starting July 15  , and an experience group and various marketing programs will also be held along with the product launch.