Samyang SY85M-C 85mm Fixed Lens for Canon Instruction Manual

Samyang SY85M-C 85mm Fixed Lens for Canon

About Samyang

Samyang is a South Korean company known for producing a wide range of photographic and optical equipment, particularly camera lenses. They are often recognized for their manual focus lenses and have gained popularity among photographers and videographers for their high-quality, affordable options.

Thank you for purchasing the 85mm F1.4 Aspherical IF lens. We believe that you will have a special photographic experience with this new 85 mm F1.4 Aspherical IF lens. Our complex aspherical lens manufacturing technology, coupled with state-of-the-art optical technology, led to a lens that was patented, designed, and manufactured specifically for photography. In using this technology we have succeeded in reducing optical aberrations and maintaining the performance of our lens.

Advantages of 85mm F1.4 Aspherical IF lens.

1. Corrects aberrations using a complex aspherical lens and, in the fully open position, produces a high resolution and high contrast at the center of the lens as well as around its periphery
2. Uses high-quality optical glass for optimal refraction and dispersion.
3. Delicate focus control with smooth operation
4. Coating design by controlling ghosting as much as possible and reproducing vivid color images
5. Maintains compact size with inner focus design.
6. Produces smooth focusing using the aperture design, which comes close to a circular shape with its 8 diaphragm blades.

The 85mm F1.4 Aspherical IF lens product is designed with its mount so you can easily take photographs by mounting the lens directly onto the camera, without installing an additional adaptor.

• Please read this instruction manual carefully and use it accordingly.
• Please read the ‘Safety Precautions’ at the back of this instruction manual before

Component Names

1. Mount
2. Aperture adjustment ring
3. Indicator Mark
4. Distance scale
5. Focus ring
6. Hood locking tube
7. CPU electronic contacts
8. Hood locking area
9. Filter locking area

Attaching and Detaching

The 85mm F1.4 Aspherical IF lens mount is uniquely designed for Canon, Nikon (Fujifilm) F, Pentax (Samsung GX) K, Sony a (Minolta), Canon M, Sony E, Fujifilm X, Samsung NX, Four Thirds, and Micro Four Thirds cameras.

• Attaching
  Hold the hood locking area of the lens gently, and align the distance scale indicator mark with the lens attachment reference point on the camera. Next, push the lens into the camera and turn the lens carefully until it makes a clicking sound, and the distance scale indicator mark is positioned on the upper part of the camera.
• Detaching
  Hold the hood locking area of the lens gently, and press the lens release button on the camera. Turn the lens until the distance scale indicator mark of the lens is aligned with the lens attachment reference point on the camera, and then pull the lens out.

Focus Adjustment

You can adjust the focus by turning the focusing ring when using the 85mm F1.4 Aspherical IF lens, as it is a Manual Focus (MF) adjustment lens

Nikon (Fujifilm) F / Pentax (Samsung GX) K Mount

1. To change the focus from a subject that is far away to a close subject Turn the focusing ring counterclockwise (from ∞ 1m) and focus on the clearest subject by using the indicator signal on the camera or by checking visually.
2. To change the focus from a subject that is close to a subject that is far away, Turn the focusing ring clockwise (from 1m to ∞) and focus on the clearest subject by using the indicator signal on the camera or by checking visually.

Sony(Minolta) / Canon Mount

1. To change the focus from a subject that is far away to a subject that is close to the focusing ring to the right (from∞ 1m) and focus on the clearest subject using the indication signal in the camera, or by checking visually.
2. To change the focus from a subject that is close to a subject that is far away the focusing ring to the left from 1m to ∞) and focus on the clearest subject by using the indication signal on the camera, or by checking visually

Brightness Control

You can set the brightness you want by turning the aperture adjustment gear when using the 85mm F1.4 Aspherical IF lens

Aperture adjustment ring markings

1. Nikon(Fujifilm)/Sony Minolta / Canon]
2. Pentax (Samsung)Brightness can be set more precisely by making half stops. Example) 1 4 and 2 are one ston apart (1 EV.Set a 0.5 stop (0.5 EV) between 1.4 and: 2.

Mounting the Hood

The hood has a bayonet system that guarantees speedy, efficient, safe, and precise installation, and enables you to enjoy shooting that is free from ghosting or flaring.

Align the attachment reference point on the hood with the reference point for a hood on the lens, push the hood onto the lens, and turn the hood clockwise until it makes a clicking sound.

Camera Settings

Some cameras require special settings when using this lens. Please refer to the following and set the camera when necessary.

Canon Mount
The diaphragm of the 85mm F1.4 Aspherical IF lens Canon mount is not compatible with the camera. If the brightness value is set to above F8, the user may have difficulty in setting the correct focus by viewing a subject through the camera viewfinder, therefore focus on a subject by fully opening the aperture when attaching this lens to the camera, and then setting the depth of focus and brightness you want to express before shooting photo.

1. Set the camera mode dial to M.
2. Adjust the shutter speed to achieve the appropriate exposure for the brightness.

* For some Canon cameras, if you set the camera mode dial to Av and set the brightness by turning the aperture adjustment ring on the lens, the camera automatically changes the shutter speed. Therefore you don’t have to adjust the shutter speed as well, which is required in M mode.

(The procedures above are for the 40D. The settings for the camera or the menu may vary based on the model or due to a functional upgrade. Refer to the camera instruction manual or contact the camera manufacturer for detailed information.)

O Nikon (Fujifilm) AE Mount
Your Nikon mount has electronic contacts that allow it to communicate with Nikon AF cameras. These contacts enable the A, S, and P modes of the camera. When a subject is correctly in focus, the camera emits a beep or an indicator light comes on.

O Nikon (Fujifilm) F Mount

1. Set the camera mode dial to M.
2. Set the focus adjustment lever of the camera to M.
3.  When an MF lens is attached, some Nikon cameras allow you to enter the focal length and the brightness. With these Nikon cameras, you can use the MF lens more efficiently by entering the focal length and the brightness.

• The shutter speed of some Nikon cameras changes automatically if the focal length and the brightness are set, and the desired brightness is set in A/S/P mode by turning the aperture adjustment ring.

Pentax (Samsung GX) K Mount

AV mode (Aperture Priority Mode)
The 85mm F1.4 Aspherical IF Pentax / Samsung mounts support Av mode.

 

1. Align the A mode indicator to the distance scale indicator mark by pressing the A button on the aperture adjustment ring of the lens.
2. Set the mode dial of the camera to Av.
3. Set the focusing lever of the camera to MF.
4. Set the menu on the camera. User Settings > Use Aperture Ring > Prohibit
5. Adjust the brightness by turning the dial at the back of the camera.

(The procedures above are for the K20D. The settings for the camera or the menu may vary based on the model or due to a functional upgrade. Refer to the camera instruction manual or contact the camera manufacturer for detailed information.)

Sony (Minolta) a Mount

The diaphragm of the 85mm F1.4 Aspherical IF Sony (Minolta) mount is not compatible with the camera. If the brightness is set to F8 or above, you may not be able to set the correct focus due to difficulty in viewing the subject through the camera viewfinder. Turn the aperture adjustment ring so it is fully open when attaching the lens to the camera, and

1. Set the camera mode dial to M.
2. Set the focusing lever of the camera to MF.
3. Adjust the shutter speed to achieve the appropriate exposure for the brightness.

(The above procedure is given based on the a350. The camera settings are different depending on the model or due to a functional upgrade, therefore refer to the camera manual or contact the camera manufacturer for detailed information.)

Mirrorless Cameras

Canon M, Samsung NX, Sony E, Fujifilm X

The diaphragm of the 85 mm F1.4 Aspherical IF Canon M, Samsung NX, Sony E, and Fujifilm X mounts are not compatible with the cameras. If the brightness is set to F8 or above, you may not be able to set the correct focus due to difficulty in viewing the subject through the camera viewfinder. Turn the aperture adjustment ring so it is fully open when attaching the lens to the camera, and then set the depth of field and brightness you want before shooting.

Canon M Mount

1. Set the exposure to manual exposure (M) and change the focus mode to MF.

(The procedures above are for the Canon M. The settings for the camera or the menu may vary based on the camera model or due to a functional upgrade. Refer to the camera instruction manual or contact the camera manufacturer for detailed information.)

FUJIFILM X Mount

1. Set the focus mode to M.
2. Press the MENU/OK button, and select ON at ‘Shooting without lens’ in the shooting menu.

(The procedures above are for the X-Pro1. The settings for the camera or the menu may vary based on the camera model or due to a functional upgrade. Refer to the camera manual or contact the camera manufacturer for detailed information.)

[Samsung NX Mount]

1. Set the camera mode dial to M.
2. Adjust the shutter speed by turning the dial to achieve the appropriate exposure for the brightness.

• For some Samsung (NX) cameras, if you set the camera mode dial to A and set the brightness by turning the aperture ring on the lens, the camera automatically changes the shutter speed. Therefore you don’t need to adjust the shutter speed as well, which is required in M mode.

(The procedures above are for the NX200. The settings for the camera or the menu may vary based on the camera model or due to a functional upgrade. Refer to the camera manual or contact the camera manufacturer for detailed information.)

Sony E Mount

1. Set the camera mode dial to M.
2. Adjust the shutter speed by turning the dial to achieve the appropriate exposure for the brightness.

• For some Sony E cameras, if you set the camera mode dial to A and set the brightness by turning the aperture ring on the lens, the camera automatically changes the shutter speed. Therefore you don’t need to adjust the shutter speed as well, which is required in M mode.

(The procedures above are for the NEX-5. The settings for the camera or the menu may vary based on the model or due to a functional upgrade. Refer to the camera manual or contact the camera manufacturer for detailed information.)

Four Thirds, Micro Four Thirds

The diaphragm of the 85mm F1.4 Aspherical IF Four Thirds and Micro Four Thirds mounts are not compatible with the camera. If the brightness is set to F8 or above, you may not be able to set the correct focus due to difficulty in viewing the subject through the camera viewfinder. Turn the aperture adjustment ring so it is fully open when attaching the lens to the camera, and then set the depth of field and brightness you want before shooting.

Four-thirds Mount

1. Hold down the MODE button and turn the dial until it is set to M. (Shooting conditions) MODE + control dial > M mode setting (manual shooting)
2. Hold down the AF button and turn the dial until it is set to MF. (focusing)AF + control dial > MF setting (manual focusing)
3. Adjust the shutter speed to achieve the appropriate exposure for the brightness by turning the dial.

• For some Four-Thirds cameras, if you set the camera mode dial to A and set the brightness by turning the aperture adjustment ring on the lens, the camera automatically changes the shutter speed. Therefore you don’t need to adjust the shutter speed as well, which is required in M mode.

(The above procedure is given based on the Olympus E-3. The camera settings are different depending on the model or due to a functional upgrade, therefore refer to the camera manual or contact the camera manufacturer for detailed information.)

Micro Four Thirds Mount

1. Set the camera mode dial to M.
2. Adjust the shutter speed by turning the dial to achieve the appropriate exposure for the brightness.

 

• For some Olympus (MFT) and Panasonic (MFT) cameras, if you set the camera mode dial to A and set the brightness by turning the aperture adjustment ring on the lens, the camera automatically changes the shutter speed. Therefore you don’t need to adjust the shutter speed as well, which is required in M mode.

(The procedures above are for the E-P2. The settings for the camera or the menu may vary based on the camera model or due to a functional upgrade. Refer to the camera manual or contact the camera manufacturer for detailed information.)

SPECIFICATIONS

Troubleshooting

Safety Precautions

The following pictograms are used in the below precautions:

• Requires caution. The pictogram shows the contents of the precautions. (The pictogram on the left shows the caution for ignition.
• Shows prohibition. Inside the pictogram, it shows the contents of the prohibition. (The pictogram on the left shows the prohibition of disassembly.
• Shows instruction. Inside the pictogram, it shows the contents of the instructions. (It shows instructions of precaution in the pictogram on the left.)

WARNING!
Do not wet this product or expose it to a moist environment. It may cause a fire or electric shock.

CAUTION!

• Don’t use this product or store it close to devices that generate heat i.e., heaters, thermal regulators, stoves, and stereo amplifiers.
• Do not expose the lens to drastic temperature changes.
• Do not touch the surface of the lens with your hand, or let it come into contact with sharp objects.
• Do not drop the lens.
• Do not soak the lens in water, and avoid water splashing onto the lens.
• If there are foreign bodies on the lens, use a lens cleaning kit only.

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