Nikon NIKKOR AF-S 14-24mm f/2.8G ED
Nikon
79 Overall Score
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Yongnuo YN23mm F1.4S DA DSM 23mm
Yongnuo
94 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Nikon NIKKOR AF-S 14-24mm f/2.8G ED
No customer feedback yet
Yongnuo YN23mm F1.4S DA DSM 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
Portrait
Macro
Street
Budget
Professional
Video Cinema
Wildlife Sports
Landscape
Travel
Specifications
| Nikon NIKKOR AF-S 14-24mm f/2.8G ED | Yongnuo YN23mm F1.4S DA DSM 23mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | wide-angle | prime |
| Focal Length Min | 14 mm | 23 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 24 mm | 23 mm |
| Elements | 14 | 11 |
| Groups | 11 | 9 |
| Aspherical Elements | 3★ | — |
| ED Elements | 2 | 3★ |
| Coating | Nano Crystal Coat | nano-multilayer coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/2.8 | f/1.4 |
| Min Aperture | f/2.8 | f/1.4 |
| Constant | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 | 9 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Nikon F | Sony E |
| Format | full-frame★ | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 1.00 kg | 0.37 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 112 mm | 58 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Silent Wave Motor | DSM digital stepping motor★ |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 274 mm | 23 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 1:6.67★ | 0.1x |
Pros & Cons
Nikon NIKKOR AF-S 14-24mm f/2.8G ED
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong bokeh (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong optical (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong aperture (86th percentile)86th %ile
Yongnuo YN23mm F1.4S DA DSM 23mm
- Strong social proof (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong aperture (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong bokeh (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Pricing
Nikon NIKKOR AF-S 14-24mm f/2.8G ED0.072score per dollar
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Yongnuo YN23mm F1.4S DA DSM 23mm0.378score per dollar
Yongnuo YN23mm F1.4S DA DSM 23mm offers 5.3x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Yongnuo YN23mm F1.4S DA DSM 23mm
Scores 94 overall, wins 7 of 9 usage categories and 5 of 21 specs.
