Brightin Star 12mm f/2 III 12mm
Yongnuo YN23mm F1.4S DA DSM WL 23mm
What Buyers Say
Brightin Star 12mm f/2 III 12mm
The Sony FE 70-200mm f/2.8 GM OSS II lens receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its exceptional sharpness, fast autofocus, and low-light performance. Users highlight its suitability for both photography and video, with many noting a significant upgrade over previous lenses. A few Q&A entries address concerns about internal movement when the lens is off, which is confirmed as normal stabilizer behavior. Overall, it is praised as a top-tier professional zoom lens.
Pros
- Exceptional sharpness
- Fast and snappy autofocus
- Excellent low-light performance
- Great for video with steady stabilization
- Internal zoom mechanism
Cons
- Internal movement when off may cause concern
- Focus-by-wire system (not mechanical)
- High price point
- Tripod must attach to lens collar, not camera
Yongnuo YN23mm F1.4S DA DSM WL 23mm
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
Scores
Specifications
| Brightin Star 12mm f/2 III 12mm | Yongnuo YN23mm F1.4S DA DSM WL 23mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | prime | prime |
| Focal Length Min | 12 mm | 23 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 12 mm | 23 mm |
| Elements | 12 | 11 |
| Groups | 9 | 9 |
| Aspherical Elements | 2★ | — |
| ED Elements | 2 | 3★ |
| Coating | — | nano-multilayer coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/22 | f/16 |
| Min Aperture | f/2 | f/1.4 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 10★ | 9 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Nikon Z | Sony E |
| Format | APS-C | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.27 kg★ | 0.36 kg |
| Filter Thread | 62 mm | 58 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Manual Focus | DSM stepping motor★ |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 180 mm★ | 300 mm |
| Max Magnification | — | 1x★ |
Pros & Cons
Brightin Star 12mm f/2 III 12mm
- Strong user sentiment (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong macro (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong social proof (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Strong build (77th percentile)
- Below average af (15th percentile)15th %ile
- Below average aperture (21st percentile)
- Below average bokeh (33rd percentile)
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Yongnuo YN23mm F1.4S DA DSM WL 23mm
- Strong user sentiment (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong af (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong stabilization (80th percentile)80th %ile
- Strong build (80th percentile)80th %ile
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Pricing
Brightin Star 12mm f/2 III 12mm offers 1.4x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 68 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 6 of 21 specs.
