PRESS RELEASE
- A compact and lightweight 35mm F1.8 prime lens designed for everyday photography and hybrid content creation
- Upgraded optical performance with new XHR optical elements, UMC II coating, and Linear STM II autofocus motor
- Enhanced usability with weather sealing and a USB-C port for direct firmware updates
March 26, 2026 – Republic of Korea – LK SAMYANG, a global optical solutions company with more than 50 years of expertise in optical technology and innovation, today announces the launch of the AF 35mm F1.8 P FE, a new addition to the Prima Series designed for hybrid creators and everyday photographers.
The new lens expands the Prima Series lineup following the introduction of the AF 35mm F1.4 P FE in 2024, and the AF 16mm F2.8 P FE and AF 85mm F1.8 P FE in 2025.
Built on the philosophy of portability, practicality, and usability, the Prima Series offers creators compact and lightweight prime lenses capable of delivering reliable optical performance for both photography and video creation.
The AF 35mm F1.8 P FE continues this vision by providing a versatile everyday lens that balances image quality, portability, and creative flexibility.
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Optical construction | 10 Elements in 8 Groups (2x aspherical, 2x XHR) |
| Number of aperture blades | 9 (rounded) |
| min. focus distance | 0.27m (max. magnification 0.19x) |
| Dimensions | φ 69.8 x 71.5mm |
| Weight | 216g |
| Filter size | φ 62mm |
| Hood | petal-shaped, supplied |
| Available Mounts | E-mount |
| Other features | IP5 dust & moisture resistance |
| Price | ~ $300 |