Yongnuo YN 56mm f/1.4S DA DSM WL Pro 56mm
Sigma Art 17-40mm f/1.8 DC
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
Sigma Art 17-40mm f/1.8 DC
The Sigma 17-40mm f/1.8 DC DN Art lens is overwhelmingly praised for its exceptional image quality, fast constant aperture, and compact internal zoom design. Users highlight its sharpness, lightweight build, and excellent autofocus performance, especially on crop-sensor mirrorless cameras like the Canon R7 and Fujifilm bodies. A few questions about compatibility with specific cameras and features like weather sealing and aperture ring are noted, but the overall sentiment is extremely positive.
Pros
- Exceptional image quality
- Fast constant f/1.8 aperture
- Compact internal zoom design
- Lightweight build
- Sharp and bright photos
Cons
- No weather sealing mentioned
- No manual aperture ring on some mounts
- Compatibility questions with full-frame cameras
- Expensive for some buyers
Scores
Specifications
| Yongnuo YN 56mm f/1.4S DA DSM WL Pro 56mm | Sigma Art 17-40mm f/1.8 DC | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | prime | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 56 mm | 17 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 56 mm | 40 mm |
| Elements | 10 | 17 |
| Groups | 9 | 11 |
| Aspherical Elements | — | 4★ |
| ED Elements | — | 4★ |
| Coating | Multilayer Nano Coating, Anti-Fouling Fluorine Coating | Super Multi-Layer Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/16 | f/1.8 |
| Min Aperture | f/1.4 | f/1.8 |
| Constant | ✓ | ✓ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 | 11★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Sony E | Fujifilm X |
| Format | APS-C | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | — | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.37 kg★ | 0.54 kg |
| Filter Thread | 58 mm | 67 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Digital Stepping Motor (DSM)★ | HLA (High-response Linear Actuator) |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✗ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 579 mm | 280 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 1:9.09 | 1:4.8 |
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)
Sigma Art 17-40mm f/1.8 DC
- Strong user sentiment (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong bokeh (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong optical (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong aperture (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Below average stabilization (34th percentile)
Pricing
Yongnuo YN 56mm f/1.4S DA DSM WL Pro 56mm
No current pricing available
Sigma Art 17-40mm f/1.8 DC
Verdict
Scores 96 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 5 of 21 specs.
