Yongnuo YN35mm F2S DF DSM 35mm
7Artisans AF35mm F1.8 35mm
What Buyers Say
Yongnuo YN35mm F2S DF DSM 35mm
The Yongnuo 35mm f/2 EF lens is widely praised for its incredible value and decent image quality, especially for the price. Many users find it a great budget option for photography and filmmaking, though some report autofocus issues and a cheap build quality. Overall, it's a solid choice for those on a tight budget who don't need professional-grade performance.
Pros
- Incredible value for money
- Decent image quality
- Lightweight and portable
- Great for budget filmmaking
- Good for small spaces
Cons
- Autofocus issues
- Cheap build quality
- Not very sharp
- Potential aperture failure
- Slow autofocus in low light
7Artisans AF35mm F1.8 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)
Scores
Specifications
| Yongnuo YN35mm F2S DF DSM 35mm | 7Artisans AF35mm F1.8 35mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | wide-angle | standard |
| Focal Length Min | 35 mm | 35 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 35 mm | 35 mm |
| Elements | 9 | 11 |
| Groups | 8 | 8 |
| Aspherical Elements | 1 | 2★ |
| ED Elements | 1 | 1 |
| Coating | nano-multilayer coating | — |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/16 | f/1.8 |
| Min Aperture | f/2 | f/1.8 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 11★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Weather Sealed | ✗ | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.29 kg | 0.18 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 52 mm | 62 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | DSM digital stepping motor | STM★ |
| Stabilization | ✓ | ✓ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 350 mm★ | 400 mm |
| Max Magnification | 0.13x★ | 0.1x |
Pros & Cons
Yongnuo YN35mm F2S DF DSM 35mm
- Strong af (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong stabilization (80th percentile)80th %ile
- Strong build (74th percentile)
- Below average social proof (12th percentile)12th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (16th percentile)16th %ile
- Below average bokeh (30th percentile)
- Below average macro (33rd percentile)
7Artisans AF35mm F1.8 35mm
- Strong bokeh (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong aperture (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong build (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Below average social proof (10th percentile)10th %ile
- Below average macro (30th percentile)
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Pricing
Yongnuo YN35mm F2S DF DSM 35mm offers 1.5x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 78 overall, wins 8 of 9 usage categories and 5 of 21 specs.
