Yongnuo YN23mm F1.4S DA DSM 23mm
Sigma DC DN 23mm F1.4 DC DN 23mm
What Buyers Say
Yongnuo YN23mm F1.4S DA DSM 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
Sigma DC DN 23mm F1.4 DC DN 23mm
The Sigma 23mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary lens receives high praise for its sharpness, quiet autofocus, and compact size. Users find it versatile for portraits, street photography, and video, though some note the lack of weather sealing and an aperture ring. Overall, it is considered a top-tier prime lens for APS-C cameras.
Pros
- Sharp from f/1.4
- Quiet autofocus
- Compact and lightweight
- Versatile for portraits and street
- Great for video streaming
Cons
- No weather sealing
- No aperture ring
- Slightly heavier than some alternatives
Scores
Specifications
| Yongnuo YN23mm F1.4S DA DSM 23mm | Sigma DC DN 23mm F1.4 DC DN 23mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | prime | wide-angle |
| Focal Length Min | 23 mm | 23 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 23 mm | 23 mm |
| Elements | 11 | 13 |
| Groups | 9 | 10 |
| Aspherical Elements | — | 2★ |
| ED Elements | 3 | 3 |
| Coating | nano-multilayer coating | Super Multi-Layer Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/1.4 | f/1.4 |
| Min Aperture | f/1.4 | f/1.4 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 | 9 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
| Format | APS-C | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.37 kg | 0.34 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 58 mm | 52 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | DSM digital stepping motor | stepping motor |
| Stabilization | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 23 mm★ | 250 mm |
| Max Magnification | 0.1x | 1:7.3★ |
Pros & Cons
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)
Sigma DC DN 23mm F1.4 DC DN 23mm
- Strong aperture (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong bokeh (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong af (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong optical (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Pricing
Yongnuo YN23mm F1.4S DA DSM 23mm offers 2.3x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 94 overall, wins 3 of 9 usage categories and 2 of 21 specs.
