7Artisans AF 35mm F1.8 XF 35mm
Yongnuo YN23mm F1.4S DA DSM 23mm
What Buyers Say
7Artisans AF 35mm F1.8 XF 35mm
The Sony FE 70-200mm f/2.8 GM OSS II lens receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its sharpness, fast autofocus, and excellent low-light performance. Users appreciate its lightweight design compared to alternatives and find it a reliable professional tool for both photography and video. A few Q&A entries note that internal stabilizer movement when powered off is normal, not a defect.
Pros
- Sharp image quality
- Fast and snappy autofocus
- Excellent low-light performance
- Lightweight design
- Great for video
Cons
- Internal stabilizer movement when off
- Not parfocal
- Focus-by-wire system
- Manufactured in Thailand (perceived quality concern)
Yongnuo YN23mm F1.4S DA DSM 23mm
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
Scores
Specifications
| 7Artisans AF 35mm F1.8 XF 35mm | Yongnuo YN23mm F1.4S DA DSM 23mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | prime | prime |
| Focal Length Min | 35 mm | 23 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 35 mm | 23 mm |
| Elements | 11 | 11 |
| Groups | 8 | 9 |
| Aspherical Elements | 2★ | — |
| ED Elements | 1 | 3★ |
| Coating | — | nano-multilayer coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/35 | f/1.4 |
| Min Aperture | f/1.8 | f/1.4 |
| Constant | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 11★ | 9 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Fujifilm X | Sony E |
| Format | APS-C | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.18 kg★ | 0.37 kg |
| Filter Thread | 62 mm | 58 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | STM★ | DSM digital stepping motor |
| Stabilization | ✓ | ✓ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 25 mm | 23 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 0.1x | 0.1x |
Pros & Cons
7Artisans AF 35mm F1.8 XF 35mm
- Strong user sentiment (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong build (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong af (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong stabilization (80th percentile)80th %ile
- Below average aperture (3rd percentile)3rd %ile
- Below average bokeh (9th percentile)9th %ile
- Below average social proof (25th percentile)
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
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)
Pricing
7Artisans AF 35mm F1.8 XF 35mm
Yongnuo YN23mm F1.4S DA DSM 23mm
No current pricing available
Verdict
Scores 94 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 3 of 21 specs.
