Yongnuo YN 56mm f/1.4S DA DSM WL Pro 56mm
Yongnuo
52 Overall Score
vs
Sigma Contemporary 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3 DC Macro OS HSM
Sigma
86 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Yongnuo YN 56mm f/1.4S DA DSM WL Pro 56mm
85 out of 100 medium confidence 18 reviews
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
Image quality 6
Autofocus performance 5
Low light performance 4
Build quality 5
Internal parts looseness 4
Video quality 3
Sigma Contemporary 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3 DC Macro OS HSM
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Specifications
| Yongnuo YN 56mm f/1.4S DA DSM WL Pro 56mm | Sigma Contemporary 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3 DC Macro OS HSM | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | prime | macro |
| Focal Length Min | 56 mm | 18 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 56 mm | 300 mm |
| Elements | 10 | 8 |
| Groups | 9 | — |
| Aspherical Elements | — | 3★ |
| ED Elements | — | 5★ |
| Coating | Multilayer Nano Coating, Anti-Fouling Fluorine Coating | Super Multi-Layer Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/16 | f/3.5 |
| Min Aperture | f/1.4 | 3.5-6.3 |
| Constant | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9★ | 7 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Sony E | Nikon F |
| Format | APS-C | APS-C |
| Weight | 0.37 kg | 0.12 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 58 mm | 72 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Digital Stepping Motor (DSM)★ | HSM |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 579 mm | 396 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 1:9.09 | 1:3 |
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 Contemporary 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3 DC Macro OS HSM
- Strong versatility (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong build (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong aperture (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
- Strong bokeh (81st percentile)81st %ile
Pricing
Yongnuo YN 56mm f/1.4S DA DSM WL Pro 56mm0.288score per dollar
vs
Sigma Contemporary 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3 DC Macro OS HSM0.115score per dollar
Yongnuo YN 56mm f/1.4S DA DSM WL Pro 56mm offers 2.5x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Sigma Contemporary 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3 DC Macro OS HSM
Scores 86 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 5 of 20 specs.
