Viltrox AF 13mm f/1.4 vs Yongnuo YN 11mm f/1.8Z DA DSM WL
Both are Nikon Z 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 | Viltrox AF 13mm f/1.4 | Yongnuo YN 11mm f/1.8Z DA DSM WL |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 13mm | 11mm |
| Max aperture | f/1.4 | f/1.8 |
| Type | prime | prime |
| Coverage | APS-C | APS-C |
| Mount | Nikon Z | Nikon Z |
Which should you buy?
- the Viltrox AF 13mm f/1.4 opens wider (f/1.4) — brighter in low light and more background blur
- the Yongnuo YN 11mm f/1.8Z DA DSM WL (11mm) is wider — more in the frame for street and interiors; the Viltrox AF 13mm f/1.4 (13mm) is tighter — more reach and compression for portraits
Where to buy
Viltrox AF 13mm f/1.4See price on Amazon
Yongnuo YN 11mm f/1.8Z DA DSM WLSee price on Amazon
FAQ
What's the difference between the Viltrox AF 13mm f/1.4 and the Yongnuo YN 11mm f/1.8Z DA DSM WL?
The Viltrox AF 13mm f/1.4 is 13mm f/1.4 prime, APS-C; the Yongnuo YN 11mm f/1.8Z DA DSM WL is 11mm f/1.8 prime, APS-C. Both fit the Nikon Z mount.
Which is better in low light, the Viltrox AF 13mm f/1.4 or the Yongnuo YN 11mm f/1.8Z DA DSM WL?
The Viltrox AF 13mm f/1.4 — its f/1.4 maximum aperture lets in more light and gives more background blur than the f/1.8 of the other.
Do the Viltrox AF 13mm f/1.4 and Yongnuo YN 11mm f/1.8Z DA DSM WL fit the same camera?
Yes — both are Nikon Z mount lenses, so they fit Nikon Z series (Z6/Z7/Z8/Z9 full-frame, Z50/Zfc APS-C).
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