Nikon NIKKOR AF-S 14-24mm f/2.8G ED
Nikon
79 Overall Score
vs
Yongnuo YN23mm F1.4S DA DSM WL 23mm
Yongnuo
68 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Nikon NIKKOR AF-S 14-24mm f/2.8G ED
No customer feedback yet
Yongnuo YN23mm F1.4S DA DSM WL 23mm
92 out of 100 medium confidence 19 reviews
The Sony FE 70-200mm f/2.8 GM OSS II lens receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its sharpness, fast autofocus, and excellent build quality. Users highlight its performance in low light and video work, with many noting it as a significant upgrade. A few Q&A entries address concerns about internal movement when off, which is confirmed as normal stabilizer behavior.
Pros
- Sharp image quality
- Fast and quiet autofocus
- Excellent build quality
- Great low-light performance
- Internal zoom mechanism
Cons
- Internal movement when off (normal but concerning)
- Heavier than similar lenses
- Not parfocal
- Focus-by-wire system
Image quality 6
Autofocus performance 5
Build quality 4
Low light performance 3
Internal movement concerns 3
Weight 2
Scores
Portrait
Budget
Professional
Macro
Video Cinema
Street
Landscape
Wildlife Sports
Travel
Specifications
| Nikon NIKKOR AF-S 14-24mm f/2.8G ED | Yongnuo YN23mm F1.4S DA DSM WL 23mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | wide-angle | prime |
| Focal Length Min | 14 mm | 23 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 24 mm | 23 mm |
| Elements | 14 | 11 |
| Groups | 11 | 9 |
| Aspherical Elements | 3★ | — |
| ED Elements | 2 | 3★ |
| Coating | Nano Crystal Coat | nano-multilayer coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/2.8 | f/16 |
| Min Aperture | f/2.8 | f/1.4 |
| Constant | ✓ | ✓ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 | 9 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Nikon F | Sony E |
| Format | full-frame★ | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 1.00 kg | 0.36 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 112 mm | 58 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Silent Wave Motor | DSM stepping motor★ |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 274 mm★ | 300 mm |
| Max Magnification | 1:6.67 | 1x |
Pros & Cons
Nikon NIKKOR AF-S 14-24mm f/2.8G ED
- Strong social proof (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong bokeh (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong optical (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong aperture (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Below average stabilization (35th percentile)
Yongnuo YN23mm F1.4S DA DSM WL 23mm
- Strong user sentiment (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong af (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong stabilization (80th percentile)80th %ile
- Strong build (80th percentile)80th %ile
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Pricing
Nikon NIKKOR AF-S 14-24mm f/2.8G ED
Yongnuo YN23mm F1.4S DA DSM WL 23mm
No current pricing available
Verdict
Winner: Nikon NIKKOR AF-S 14-24mm f/2.8G ED
Scores 79 overall, wins 8 of 9 usage categories and 3 of 21 specs.
