Yongnuo YN23mm F1.4S DA DSM 23mm
Yongnuo
94 Overall Score
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Nikon NIKKOR AF-S FX 16-35mm f/4G ED Vibration Reduction
Nikon
86 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Yongnuo YN23mm F1.4S DA DSM 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
Nikon NIKKOR AF-S FX 16-35mm f/4G ED Vibration Reduction
No customer feedback yet
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Specifications
| Yongnuo YN23mm F1.4S DA DSM 23mm | Nikon NIKKOR AF-S FX 16-35mm f/4G ED Vibration Reduction | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | prime | wide-angle |
| Focal Length Min | 23 mm | 16 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 23 mm | 35 mm |
| Elements | 11 | 17 |
| Groups | 9 | 12 |
| Aspherical Elements | — | 3★ |
| ED Elements | 3★ | 2 |
| Coating | nano-multilayer coating | Nano Crystal Coat |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/1.4 | f/4 |
| Min Aperture | f/1.4 | f/4 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 | 9 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Sony E | Nikon F |
| Format | APS-C | full-frame★ |
| Weather Sealed | ✓★ | — |
| Weight | 0.37 kg★ | 0.68 kg |
| Filter Thread | 58 mm | — |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | DSM digital stepping motor | USM★ |
| Stabilization | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stabilization Stops | — | 4 stops★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 23 mm★ | 35 mm |
| Max Magnification | 0.1x★ | — |
Pros & Cons
Yongnuo YN23mm F1.4S DA DSM 23mm
- Strong social proof (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong aperture (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong bokeh (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Nikon NIKKOR AF-S FX 16-35mm f/4G ED Vibration Reduction
- Strong macro (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong af (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong stabilization (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong optical (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Below average build (14th percentile)14th %ile
Pricing
Yongnuo YN23mm F1.4S DA DSM 23mm
No current pricing available
Nikon NIKKOR AF-S FX 16-35mm f/4G ED Vibration Reduction
Verdict
Winner: Yongnuo YN23mm F1.4S DA DSM 23mm
Scores 94 overall, wins 5 of 9 usage categories and 5 of 22 specs.
