Samyang AF 24-60mm F2.8 FE

Reviewers rate centre sharpness as good throughout the range, with low lateral colour, little longitudinal fringing and no real spherical aberration problems. Autofocus is quiet and fast. Its edges near maximum aperture lag behind, and it is a step behind Sigma's 28-70mm DG DN and Tamron's 28-75mm G2 overall.

As with the 14-24mm, the uncorrected files show heavy distortion and strong vignetting on full frame, and flare resistance is weak. Most testers still conclude that the price, size and the 24mm wide end give it a slightly better price-to-performance ratio than its 28mm-start rivals.

Owners like it as a walk-around lens on compact bodies such as the A7C series, and many say they do not miss the 60-70mm range. The close focus at 24mm and the light weight come up often in positive comments.

The common complaints concern soft corners wide open, flare in backlit scenes, and dependence on in-camera or software profiles to clean up distortion. Some buyers find the 60mm long end limiting for portraits.