The Samyang AF 16mm F2.8 P FE is a compact, lightweight wide-angle prime lens for Sony E-mount APS-C cameras, offering a 24mm full-frame equivalent field of view in a small body. It features a stepping motor AF system. The lens is part of Samyang's compact 'P' series for Sony E-mount APS-C.
Product released: September 1, 2023
Latest firmware version
Version 2, released January 7, 2026
Last checked for updates: Oct 31, 2026 06:07 UTC
What's new in version 2
Improved Operational Stability with the Sony α7 V(a7M5)
- Enhanced stability and reliability for AF-S mode and overall lens operation
The Samyang AF 16mm F2.8 P FE is a compact, lightweight wide-angle prime lens for Sony E-mount APS-C cameras, offering a 24mm full-frame equivalent field of view in a small body. It features a stepping motor AF system. The lens is part of Samyang's compact 'P' series for Sony E-mount APS-C. It was originally released on September 1, 2023.
What is the latest firmware version of Samyang AF 16mm F2.8 P FE?
The latest firmware version of Samyang AF 16mm F2.8 P FE is 2. It was released on January 7, 2026.
What changed in Samyang AF 16mm F2.8 P FE firmware version 2?
Samyang AF 16mm F2.8 P FE firmware version 2 includes the following changes: Improved Operational Stability with the Sony α7 V(a7M5)
- Enhanced stability and reliability for AF-S mode and overall lens operation
Is Samyang AF 16mm F2.8 P FE still receiving firmware updates?
Yes, Samyang AF 16mm F2.8 P FE received a firmware update within the last year. The most recent version is 2.