Yongnuo YN 56mm f/1.4S DA DSM WL Pro 56mm
Nikon NIKKOR 20059 18-55mm
What Buyers Say
Yongnuo YN 56mm f/1.4S DA DSM WL Pro 56mm
This Sony 70-200mm f/2.8 GM II lens receives high praise for its sharpness, fast autofocus, and excellent low-light performance, especially for video work. Verified buyers call it a worthy upgrade with solid build quality. However, several questions raise concerns about loose internal parts that shift audibly when the lens is off or unattached, causing some to worry about long-term durability.
Pros
- Sharp image quality
- Fast autofocus
- Excellent low-light performance
- Great for video work
- Solid build quality
Cons
- Loose internal parts making noise
- Durability concerns from shifting internals
- Potential defect in early units
- Uncertainty about long-term build quality
Nikon NIKKOR 20059 18-55mm
This Nikon 18-55mm lens is widely praised for its sharpness, light weight, and excellent value for money, especially as a kit lens. Users highlight its vivid colors and quiet autofocus, though some note the plastic build feels fragile and the barrel can wobble at extended focal lengths. Overall, it's considered a fantastic starter lens that outperforms its modest price point.
Pros
- Sharp image quality
- Lightweight and portable
- Excellent value for money
- Vivid color reproduction
- Quiet autofocus
Cons
- Plastic build feels fragile
- Barrel wobbles at extended focal lengths
- No image stabilization
- Loose tolerances can affect focus
Scores
Specifications
| Yongnuo YN 56mm f/1.4S DA DSM WL Pro 56mm | Nikon NIKKOR 20059 18-55mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | prime | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 56 mm | 18 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 56 mm | 55 mm |
| Elements | 10 | 7 |
| Groups | 9 | 5 |
| Aspherical Elements | — | 2★ |
| ED Elements | — | 1★ |
| Coating | Multilayer Nano Coating, Anti-Fouling Fluorine Coating | Super Integrated Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/16 | f/3.5 |
| Min Aperture | f/1.4 | 3.5-5.6 |
| Constant | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9★ | 7 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Sony E | Nikon F |
| Format | APS-C | APS-C |
| Weight | 0.37 kg | 0.20 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 58 mm | 55 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Digital Stepping Motor (DSM) | pulse stepping motor |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Stabilization Stops | — | 4 stops★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 579 mm | 55 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 1:9.09★ | — |
Pros & Cons
Yongnuo YN 56mm f/1.4S DA DSM WL Pro 56mm
- Strong social proof (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong af (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (66th percentile)
- Strong build (66th percentile)
- Below average versatility (33rd percentile)
- Below average stabilization (34th percentile)
Nikon NIKKOR 20059 18-55mm
- Strong macro (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong stabilization (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong social proof (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong af (85th percentile)85th %ile
Verdict
Scores 97 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 6 of 21 specs.