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123 Jayumuyeok 6-gil, Masanhoewon-gu, Changwon-si, Gyeongsangnam-do, South Korea
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Overview
- Summary
- LK Samyang Co., Ltd. is a South Korean optical solutions specialist with over 50 years of history. The company primarily develops and manufactures a diverse range of interchangeable camera lenses, including autofocus (AF), manual focus (MF), premium manual focus, and cine lenses. Recently, it has actively expanded its business into industrial optical solutions such as thermal imaging cameras, machine vision, LiDAR, and AI star trackers for the aerospace sector. LK Samyang maintains a vertically integrated production system, encompassing lens design, processing, assembly, and final sales, ensuring quality and cost competitiveness. With strong global recognition, the company exports its products to over 58 countries, focusing on securing continuous growth. In March 2024, the company changed its name from Samyang Optics to LK Samyang Co., Ltd., signaling a new phase of growth. Its membership in the L-Mount Alliance contributes to optical technology standardization and enhanced collaboration.LK Samyang Co., Ltd. is a South Korean optical solutions specialist with over 50 years of history. The company primarily develops and manufactures a diverse range of interchangeable camera lenses, including autofocus (AF), manual focus (MF), premium manual focus, and cine lenses. Recently, it has actively expanded its business into industrial optical solutions such as thermal imaging cameras, machine vision, LiDAR, and AI star trackers for the aerospace sector. LK Samyang maintains a vertically integrated production system, encompassing lens design, processing, assembly, and final sales, ensuring quality and cost competitiveness. With strong global recognition, the company exports its products to over 58 countries, focusing on securing continuous growth. In March 2024, the company changed its name from Samyang Optics to LK Samyang Co., Ltd., signaling a new phase of growth. Its membership in the L-Mount Alliance contributes to optical technology standardization and enhanced collaboration.
- Key Products/Technologies
- Autofocus (AF) Lenses: AF 35-150mm F2-2.8 L (L-mount), AF 14mm F2.8 F (Nikon F), AF 85mm F1.4 F (Nikon F), AF 14mm F2.8 FE (Sony E), AF 18mm F2.8 FE (Sony E), AF 24mm F2.8 FE (Sony E), AF 35mm F1.4 FE (Sony E), AF 35mm F1.8 FE (Sony E), AF 35mm F2.8 FE (Sony E), AF 45mm F1.8 FE (Sony E), AF 50mm F1.4 FE (Sony E), AF 75mm F1.8 FE (Sony E), AF 24-70mm F2.8 FE (Sony E), AF 35-150mm F2-2.8 FE (Sony E), AF 14mm F2.8 EF (Canon EF), AF 85mm F1.4 EF (Canon EF), AF 24-60mm F2.8 Sony FE, AF 135mm F1.8 Sony FE, and various other lenses for different mounts and focal lengths.Autofocus (AF) Lenses: AF 35-150mm F2-2.8 L (L-mount), AF 14mm F2.8 F (Nikon F), AF 85mm F1.4 F (Nikon F), AF 14mm F2.8 FE (Sony E), AF 18mm F2.8 FE (Sony E), AF 24mm F2.8 FE (Sony E), AF 35mm F1.4 FE (Sony E), AF 35mm F1.8 FE (Sony E), AF 35mm F2.8 FE (Sony E), AF 45mm F1.8 FE (Sony E), AF 50mm F1.4 FE (Sony E), AF 75mm F1.8 FE (Sony E), AF 24-70mm F2.8 FE (Sony E), AF 35-150mm F2-2.8 FE (Sony E), AF 14mm F2.8 EF (Canon EF), AF 85mm F1.4 EF (Canon EF), AF 24-60mm F2.8 Sony FE, AF 135mm F1.8 Sony FE, and various other lenses for different mounts and focal lengths.
- Manual Focus (MF) Lenses: MF 85mm F1.4 RF, MF 14mm F2.8 RF, 12mm F2.8 ED AS NCS Fish-Eye, 14mm F2.8 ED AS IF UMC, 20mm F1.8 ED AS UMC, 24mm F1.4 ED AS IF UMC, T/S 24mm F3.5 ED AS UMC, 35mm F1.4 AS UMC, 50mm F1.4 AS UMC, 85mm F1.4 AS IF UMC, 10mm F2.8 ED AS NCS CS, 100mm F2.8 ED UMC Macro, 135mm F2.0 ED UMC, 8mm F3.5 UMC Fish-Eye CS II, 16mm F2.0 ED AS UMC CS, 7.5mm F3.5 Fish-Eye, 8mm F2.8 UMC Fish-Eye II, 12mm F2.0 NCS CS, 21mm F1.4 ED AS UMC CS, 35mm F1.2 ED AS UMC CS, 50mm F1.2 AS UMC CS, 300mm F6.3 ED UMC CS, offering a wide range of focal lengths and apertures.Manual Focus (MF) Lenses: MF 85mm F1.4 RF, MF 14mm F2.8 RF, 12mm F2.8 ED AS NCS Fish-Eye, 14mm F2.8 ED AS IF UMC, 20mm F1.8 ED AS UMC, 24mm F1.4 ED AS IF UMC, T/S 24mm F3.5 ED AS UMC, 35mm F1.4 AS UMC, 50mm F1.4 AS UMC, 85mm F1.4 AS IF UMC, 10mm F2.8 ED AS NCS CS, 100mm F2.8 ED UMC Macro, 135mm F2.0 ED UMC, 8mm F3.5 UMC Fish-Eye CS II, 16mm F2.0 ED AS UMC CS, 7.5mm F3.5 Fish-Eye, 8mm F2.8 UMC Fish-Eye II, 12mm F2.0 NCS CS, 21mm F1.4 ED AS UMC CS, 35mm F1.2 ED AS UMC CS, 50mm F1.2 AS UMC CS, 300mm F6.3 ED UMC CS, offering a wide range of focal lengths and apertures.
- Premium Manual Focus (XP) Lenses: XP 10mm F3.5, XP 14mm F2.4, XP 35mm F1.2, XP 50mm F1.2, XP 85mm F1.2, designed for professionals seeking high resolution and superior performance.Premium Manual Focus (XP) Lenses: XP 10mm F3.5, XP 14mm F2.4, XP 35mm F1.2, XP 50mm F1.2, XP 85mm F1.2, designed for professionals seeking high resolution and superior performance.
- Cine Lenses: XEEN series (e.g., 14mm T3.1, 24mm T1.5, 50mm T1.5), VDSLR MK2 Cine series, and V-AF series (the world's first cine AF lens lineup for full-frame E-mount), specialized professional lenses optimized for video production.Cine Lenses: XEEN series (e.g., 14mm T3.1, 24mm T1.5, 50mm T1.5), VDSLR MK2 Cine series, and V-AF series (the world's first cine AF lens lineup for full-frame E-mount), specialized professional lenses optimized for video production.
- Industrial Optical Solutions: Lenses for thermal imaging cameras, high-resolution and low-distortion machine vision lenses (supporting full-frame, 43.2mm, 1.1-inch (17.6mm), and 82mm large-area sensors), LiDAR-related technologies, and the development of next-generation AI star trackers for deep-space navigation and satellite payload manufacturing.Industrial Optical Solutions: Lenses for thermal imaging cameras, high-resolution and low-distortion machine vision lenses (supporting full-frame, 43.2mm, 1.1-inch (17.6mm), and 82mm large-area sensors), LiDAR-related technologies, and the development of next-generation AI star trackers for deep-space navigation and satellite payload manufacturing.
- Core Technologies: Proprietary technologies including glass material processing, aspherical glass molding technology, AI video processing algorithms, edge computing technology, and an integrated production system from lens design to processing, assembly, and sales.Core Technologies: Proprietary technologies including glass material processing, aspherical glass molding technology, AI video processing algorithms, edge computing technology, and an integrated production system from lens design to processing, assembly, and sales.
- Core Advantages
- Over 50 Years of Optical Technology and Expertise: Possession of over 50 years of accumulated optical technology for producing high-quality, fast, and precisely engineered lenses. This expertise translates into superior sharpness, high light transmission, and robust build quality.Over 50 Years of Optical Technology and Expertise: Possession of over 50 years of accumulated optical technology for producing high-quality, fast, and precisely engineered lenses. This expertise translates into superior sharpness, high light transmission, and robust build quality.
- Integrated Lens Production System: Operation of a unique integrated production system in Korea, covering all processes from lens design to processing, assembly, and final sales. This system enables stringent quality control and competitive cost advantages.Integrated Lens Production System: Operation of a unique integrated production system in Korea, covering all processes from lens design to processing, assembly, and final sales. This system enables stringent quality control and competitive cost advantages.
- Diversified Product Portfolio and New Business Expansion: A broad lens lineup for photography and videography, including AF, MF, and cine lenses, alongside expansion into high-value industrial optical solutions such as thermal cameras, machine vision, LiDAR, and aerospace applications. This strategy supports flexible market response and continuous growth.Diversified Product Portfolio and New Business Expansion: A broad lens lineup for photography and videography, including AF, MF, and cine lenses, alongside expansion into high-value industrial optical solutions such as thermal cameras, machine vision, LiDAR, and aerospace applications. This strategy supports flexible market response and continuous growth.
- Global Market Recognition and Distribution Network: Active export activities through 39 overseas agents and distributors in 58 countries worldwide. Achieving higher recognition internationally, strengthening its position as a global brand.Global Market Recognition and Distribution Network: Active export activities through 39 overseas agents and distributors in 58 countries worldwide. Achieving higher recognition internationally, strengthening its position as a global brand.
- Technological Innovation and Practicality: Continuous optical design improvements, weather-sealing for durability, and advanced coating technologies to minimize aberrations and flare. A focus on developing practical lenses based on thorough analysis of real shooting conditions.Technological Innovation and Practicality: Continuous optical design improvements, weather-sealing for durability, and advanced coating technologies to minimize aberrations and flare. A focus on developing practical lenses based on thorough analysis of real shooting conditions.
- L-Mount Alliance Membership: Establishment of a collaborative relationship with major camera system manufacturers like Leica, Panasonic, and Sigma, based on the L-Mount standard. This membership offers opportunities for expanded product compatibility and technological synergy.L-Mount Alliance Membership: Establishment of a collaborative relationship with major camera system manufacturers like Leica, Panasonic, and Sigma, based on the L-Mount standard. This membership offers opportunities for expanded product compatibility and technological synergy.
- Target Industrie
- Photography and Videography Industry: Professional photographers, videographers, and filmmakers requiring high-quality lenses.Photography and Videography Industry: Professional photographers, videographers, and filmmakers requiring high-quality lenses.
- Industrial Automation and Smart Factories: Machine vision systems, robot vision, and semiconductor lithography equipment requiring precise imaging and inspection.Industrial Automation and Smart Factories: Machine vision systems, robot vision, and semiconductor lithography equipment requiring precise imaging and inspection.
- Safety and Security Industry: Thermal camera-based fire detection solutions and fire detection systems for apartment complexes.Safety and Security Industry: Thermal camera-based fire detection solutions and fire detection systems for apartment complexes.
- Aerospace Industry: Satellite payloads, development and commercialization of AI star trackers for deep-space navigation, and precise tracking and observation of space objects.Aerospace Industry: Satellite payloads, development and commercialization of AI star trackers for deep-space navigation, and precise tracking and observation of space objects.
- Drone Industry: High-performance lens solutions for drones.Drone Industry: High-performance lens solutions for drones.
- Autonomous Driving Industry: Optical technologies for autonomous driving sensors.Autonomous Driving Industry: Optical technologies for autonomous driving sensors.
- Major Markets
- India, China, Southeast AsiaIndia, China, Southeast Asia
- United StatesUnited States
- Certifications/Patents
- Technological Competitiveness: Possession of core proprietary technologies including glass material processing, aspherical glass molding technology, AI video processing algorithms, and edge computing technology. Ensuring quality superiority through an integrated production system from lens design to processing, assembly, and sales.Technological Competitiveness: Possession of core proprietary technologies including glass material processing, aspherical glass molding technology, AI video processing algorithms, and edge computing technology. Ensuring quality superiority through an integrated production system from lens design to processing, assembly, and sales.
- Awards: Recipient of multiple design and performance awards, including the 2018 Reddot Design Award (AF, XP, XEEN series), 2018 TIPA Awards CSC Prime Lens (AF 35mm F2.8 FE), 2022 ePHOTOzine 'Highly Recommended Award' (AF 50mm F1.4 FE II), 2022 ePHOTOzine 'Editor Choice Award' (AF 35mm F1.4 FE II), and Digital Camera World's 'Best in Show' Award at TPS 2022.Awards: Recipient of multiple design and performance awards, including the 2018 Reddot Design Award (AF, XP, XEEN series), 2018 TIPA Awards CSC Prime Lens (AF 35mm F2.8 FE), 2022 ePHOTOzine 'Highly Recommended Award' (AF 50mm F1.4 FE II), 2022 ePHOTOzine 'Editor Choice Award' (AF 35mm F1.4 FE II), and Digital Camera World's 'Best in Show' Award at TPS 2022.
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123 Jayumuyeok 6-gil, Masanhoewon-gu, Changwon-si, Gyeongsangnam-do, South Korea
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