Canon EF-S 10-18mm f/4.5-5.6 IS STM 18mm
Canon
51 Overall Score
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Yongnuo YN23mm F1.4S DA DSM WL 23mm
Yongnuo
68 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Canon EF-S 10-18mm f/4.5-5.6 IS STM 18mm
No customer feedback yet
Yongnuo YN23mm F1.4S DA DSM WL 23mm
92 out of 100 medium confidence 19 reviews
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
Image quality 6
Autofocus performance 5
Build quality 4
Low light performance 3
Internal movement concerns 3
Weight 2
Scores
Professional
Macro
Video Cinema
Wildlife Sports
Street
Travel
Landscape
Budget
Portrait
Specifications
| Canon EF-S 10-18mm f/4.5-5.6 IS STM 18mm | Yongnuo YN23mm F1.4S DA DSM WL 23mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | wide-angle | prime |
| Focal Length Min | 10 mm | 23 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 18 mm | 23 mm |
| Elements | 14 | 11 |
| Groups | 11 | 9 |
| Aspherical Elements | 1★ | — |
| ED Elements | 1 | 3★ |
| Coating | Super Spectra Coating | nano-multilayer coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | 22-29★ | f/16 |
| Min Aperture | 4.5-5.6 | f/1.4 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 9★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Canon EF-S | Sony E |
| Format | APS-C | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | — | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.24 kg★ | 0.36 kg |
| Filter Thread | 67 mm | 58 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | STM★ | DSM stepping motor |
| Stabilization | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stabilization Stops | 4 stops★ | — |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 220 mm★ | 300 mm |
| Max Magnification | 0.15x | 1x★ |
Pros & Cons
Canon EF-S 10-18mm f/4.5-5.6 IS STM 18mm
- Strong stabilization (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong af (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong build (80th percentile)80th %ile
- Strong optical (75th percentile)
- Below average bokeh (14th percentile)14th %ile
- Below average aperture (22nd percentile)
- Below average social proof (24th percentile)
Yongnuo YN23mm F1.4S DA DSM WL 23mm
- Strong user sentiment (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong af (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong stabilization (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Strong build (80th percentile)80th %ile
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Pricing
Canon EF-S 10-18mm f/4.5-5.6 IS STM 18mm0.233score per dollar
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Yongnuo YN23mm F1.4S DA DSM WL 23mm0.275score per dollar
Yongnuo YN23mm F1.4S DA DSM WL 23mm offers 1.2x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Yongnuo YN23mm F1.4S DA DSM WL 23mm
Scores 68 overall, wins 6 of 9 usage categories and 5 of 22 specs.
