Yongnuo YN23mm F1.4S DA DSM WL 23mm
Yongnuo
68 Overall Score
vs
Sigma Contemporary 150-600mm f/5-6.3 DG OS HSM
Sigma
47 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
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
Sigma Contemporary 150-600mm f/5-6.3 DG OS HSM
No customer feedback yet
Scores
Professional
Macro
Video Cinema
Wildlife Sports
Street
Landscape
Budget
Portrait
Travel
Specifications
| Yongnuo YN23mm F1.4S DA DSM WL 23mm | Sigma Contemporary 150-600mm f/5-6.3 DG OS HSM | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | prime | telephoto |
| Focal Length Min | 23 mm | 150 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 23 mm | 600 mm |
| Elements | 11 | — |
| Groups | 9 | — |
| ED Elements | 3 | 4★ |
| Coating | nano-multilayer coating | Super Multi-Layer Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/16 | f/5 |
| Min Aperture | f/1.4 | 5-6.3 |
| Constant | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9★ | — |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Sony E | Nikon F |
| Format | APS-C | full-frame★ |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.36 kg★ | 4.10 kg |
| Filter Thread | 58 mm | 95 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | DSM stepping motor★ | HSM |
| Stabilization | ✓ | ✓ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 300 mm★ | 600 mm |
| Max Magnification | 1x★ | — |
Pros & Cons
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)
Sigma Contemporary 150-600mm f/5-6.3 DG OS HSM
- Strong versatility (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong stabilization (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Below average build (6th percentile)6th %ile
Pricing
Yongnuo YN23mm F1.4S DA DSM WL 23mm0.275score per dollar
vs
Sigma Contemporary 150-600mm f/5-6.3 DG OS HSM0.014score per dollar
Yongnuo YN23mm F1.4S DA DSM WL 23mm offers 19.6x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Yongnuo YN23mm F1.4S DA DSM WL 23mm
Scores 68 overall, wins 8 of 9 usage categories and 6 of 20 specs.
