Samyang AF 14mm f/2.8 FE vs Yongnuo YN 16mm f/1.8S DA DSM
Both are Sony E mount primes for wide-angle and astrophotography — here's how the specs differ and which to pick. Every spec is from the manufacturer's own catalog.
| Spec | Samyang AF 14mm f/2.8 FE | Yongnuo YN 16mm f/1.8S DA DSM |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 14mm | 16mm |
| Max aperture | f/2.8 | f/1.8 |
| Type | prime | prime |
| Coverage | full-frame | APS-C |
| Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
Which should you buy?
- the Yongnuo YN 16mm f/1.8S DA DSM opens wider (f/1.8) — brighter in low light and more background blur
- the Samyang AF 14mm f/2.8 FE (14mm) is wider — more in the frame for street and interiors; the Yongnuo YN 16mm f/1.8S DA DSM (16mm) is tighter — more reach and compression for portraits
- the Samyang AF 14mm f/2.8 FE covers full-frame (also works on APS-C bodies); the Yongnuo YN 16mm f/1.8S DA DSM is APS-C-only — it won't fill a full-frame sensor
Where to buy
Check the Samyang AF 14mm f/2.8 FE price on Amazon →
Check the Yongnuo YN 16mm f/1.8S DA DSM price on Amazon →
FAQ
What's the difference between the Samyang AF 14mm f/2.8 FE and the Yongnuo YN 16mm f/1.8S DA DSM?
The Samyang AF 14mm f/2.8 FE is 14mm f/2.8 prime, full-frame; the Yongnuo YN 16mm f/1.8S DA DSM is 16mm f/1.8 prime, APS-C. Both fit the Sony E mount.
Which is better in low light, the Samyang AF 14mm f/2.8 FE or the Yongnuo YN 16mm f/1.8S DA DSM?
The Yongnuo YN 16mm f/1.8S DA DSM — its f/1.8 maximum aperture lets in more light and gives more background blur than the f/2.8 of the other.
Do the Samyang AF 14mm f/2.8 FE and Yongnuo YN 16mm f/1.8S DA DSM fit the same camera?
Yes — both are Sony E mount lenses, so they fit Sony a7/a9/a1 (full-frame) and a6000-series (APS-C). Note the Yongnuo YN 16mm f/1.8S DA DSM is APS-C-only and won't fill a full-frame sensor.
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