Schneider Kreuznach × LK Samyang AF 60-180mm f/2.8 FE

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Sony E Telephoto Zoom full-frame 2026

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60-180mm

Focal length

f/2.8

Max aperture

730 g

Weight

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Max aperture

f/1.8

f/2.8

f/5.6

Constant Aperture

Focal length135 mm

60 mm180 mm

Near focus23' 3"

Far focus24' 9"

Total DOF1' 6"

Hyperfocal740' 9"

Subject distance24' 0"

Focal length135 mm

Aperturef/2.8

SensorFull Frame

Illustrative scene preview based on this lens's focal length, aperture, and sensor coverage.

This preview uses 135mm, f/2.8, and Full Frame. Subject distance is estimated to keep lens previews comparable.

Diaphragm blades: 9

Optics

Optical construction: 17 elements in 14 groups
Special elements: 1 HR, 7 ED, 2 ASP

Focusing

Minimum focus: 35 cm
Max magnification: 0.26×
AF motor: Linear STM

Physical

Weight: 730 g
Dimensions: ⌀87mm × 149mm
Filter thread: 77 mm
Color: Black

Recommended Use

Ideal for: Portraits, Sports

Release year: 2026
Announced: Jun 25, 2026

The best

Upcoming f/2.8 telezoom

Also

Sony E first, L-Mount later

Summary

Schneider Kreuznach × LK Samyang AF 60-180mm f/2.8 is shaping up as an upcoming telephoto zoom for full-frame mirrorless cameras. Early information points to a lens with a constant f/2.8 aperture, autofocus and a 60-180mm range aimed at portrait, event and action work. Within the Schneider-Kreuznach and LK Samyang partnership, this model looks positioned as a medium-to-long tele zoom that tries to balance brightness, portability and a more compact footprint than many classic 70-200mm f/2.8 designs. The exterior shown so far follows the recent visual language of the collaboration and suggests a consistent family of fast zooms for hybrid shooters. If the lens reaches the market in the form currently expected, it could be especially appealing to photographers and filmmakers who want fast telephoto coverage without the bulk usually associated with larger professional zooms. A 60-180mm span can handle compressed portraits, stage details, moderate sports, travel subjects, concerts and editorial assignments with strong flexibility. The mix of autofocus, full-frame coverage and a constant f/2.8 aperture would also make it relevant for video creators who want a coherent look alongside other lenses from the same alliance and a smoother transition from standard zoom territory into longer focal lengths. Complete public specifications, final pricing and a fully settled mount rollout are still missing, so this page should be read as an early profile rather than a finished retail specification sheet. Even so, the idea behind the 60-180mm f/2.8 is easy to understand: it would fill a useful space between portability and reach while offering a different personality from heavier telephoto zooms already on the market. If the first version arrives for Sony E-mount and the L-Mount option follows later, it should remain an interesting prospect for portrait, event, close wildlife and multimedia shooting.