June 25, 2026 – LK Samyang has officially announced the AF 60-180mm f/2.8 FE, the final lens in its Compact Zoom Series. Co-developed with Schneider-Kreuznach, the new telephoto zoom gives Sony full-frame shooters a significantly lighter and more affordable constant-aperture option compared to Sony’s own FE 70-200mm f/2.8 GM OSS II.
Now we have Trio completed with this launch, Samyang completes a three-lens system that covers 14mm to 180mm at f/2.8 while keeping the total weight of all three lenses at just 1.67 kg – a major advantage for photographers who want professional zoom coverage without carrying heavy gear.
Key Specifications
- Focal Length: 60-180mm
- Maximum Aperture: Constant f/2.8
- Weight: 730g
- Length: 149mm (at 60mm) / 174.4mm (at 180mm)
- Maximum Magnification: 0.26x (1:3.8)
- Autofocus: Linear Stepping Motor (STM)
- Other Features: Weather sealing, AF/MF switch, Zoom Lock
- Mount: Sony E-mount (FE)
Why This Lens Matters for Sony Users
Most Sony full-frame users who need telephoto reach currently rely on the Sony FE 70-200mm f/2.8 GM OSS II, which delivers excellent performance but comes with a significant downside: it weighs 1,045g and the cost burns the pocket. Many photographers find it too heavy for all-day carry, travel, or run-and-gun shooting.
- It is approximately 315g lighter than the Sony 70-200mm f/2.8 GM II
- It starts slightly wider at 60mm
- It is expected to be priced significantly lower than Sony’s GM lens
This combination of reduced weight and more accessible pricing makes the Samyang lens particularly appealing for travel photographers, event shooters, hybrid creators, and anyone looking to build a high-performance but lighter Sony kit.
Completing the Ultra-Light Compact Zoom System
Have a look at the trio we have from the Samyang, The 60-180mm f/2.8 joins Samyang’s existing Compact Zoom Series to create a complete 14-180mm f/2.8 system:
| Lens | Weight | Role | Combined Weight |
| AF 14-24mm f/2.8 FE | 445g | Ultra-wide | – |
| AF 24-60mm f/2.8 FE | 494g | Standard zoom | – |
| AF 60-180mm f/2.8 FE | 730g | Telephoto | 1.67 kg |
| Full System | – | 14-180mm f/2.8 | 1.67 kg |
With all three lenses together weighing just 1.67 kg, easy to carry in your camera bag without shoulder pain, as well as as we have said earlier without creating a big hole in your pocket. Sony users can now cover an extremely versatile focal range with constant f/2.8 performance at a much lower price tag
Design and Real-World Usability
The lens includes several practical features for everyday shooting:
- Fast and quiet Linear Stepping Motor autofocus, suitable for both stills and video
- Weather sealing for reliability in outdoor conditions
- AF/MF switch for quick manual focus control
- Zoom Lock switch to prevent unwanted zoom extension during transport
These features make it well-suited for hybrid shooters using Sony cameras such as the A7 IV, A7R V, A7S III, and A1.
Who Should Consider This Lens?
This lens is a good fit if you:
- Want a lighter and more affordable alternative to the Sony 70-200mm f/2.8 GM II
- Shoot travel, events, portraits, or hybrid content
- Value reducing kit weight without sacrificing constant f/2.8 performance
- Already own or plan to buy the Samyang 14-24mm and 24-60mm f/2.8 lenses
Sample Images & Full Review Coming Soon
We have requested a review unit of the LK Samyang AF 60-180mm f/2.8 FE. Once we receive the lens, we will add real-world sample images along with our detailed hands-on review and impressions.
Availability and Pricing
The LK Samyang AF 60-180mm f/2.8 FE is now officially launched and goes on sale starting June 25, 2026. It will be available through major U.S. retailers including B&H Photo and Adorama.
While official pricing has not been announced, based on the pricing of the previous lenses in Samyang’s Compact Zoom Series, the AF 60-180mm f/2.8 is expected to land in the $1,000 – $1,200 range. This would make it substantially more affordable than the Sony FE 70-200mm f/2.8 GM OSS II while offering meaningful savings in both weight and cost.
We will update this article with official U.S. pricing and pre-order links as soon as the information is released.
The article “LK Samyang AF 60-180mm F2.8 FE Officially Launched – A Lightweight Alternative to Sony 70-200mm f/2.8 GM II” was written by thenewcamera.com Team on7:21 am, Thursday, 25 June 2026, Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) | You can also follow us on Our Official Social Media Handles FACEBOOK | TWITTER |  INSTAGRAM  | get live news — >  DJI Rumors
