Viltrox AF 16mm f/1.8 vs Yongnuo YN 11mm f/1.8S DA DSM WL
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 | Viltrox AF 16mm f/1.8 | Yongnuo YN 11mm f/1.8S DA DSM WL |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 16mm | 11mm |
| Max aperture | f/1.8 | f/1.8 |
| Type | prime | prime |
| Coverage | full-frame | APS-C |
| Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
Which should you buy?
- the Yongnuo YN 11mm f/1.8S DA DSM WL (11mm) is wider — more in the frame for street and interiors; the Viltrox AF 16mm f/1.8 (16mm) is tighter — more reach and compression for portraits
- the Viltrox AF 16mm f/1.8 covers full-frame (also works on APS-C bodies); the Yongnuo YN 11mm f/1.8S DA DSM WL is APS-C-only — it won't fill a full-frame sensor
Where to buy
Viltrox AF 16mm f/1.8See price on Amazon
Yongnuo YN 11mm f/1.8S DA DSM WLSee price on Amazon
FAQ
What's the difference between the Viltrox AF 16mm f/1.8 and the Yongnuo YN 11mm f/1.8S DA DSM WL?
The Viltrox AF 16mm f/1.8 is 16mm f/1.8 prime, full-frame; the Yongnuo YN 11mm f/1.8S DA DSM WL is 11mm f/1.8 prime, APS-C. Both fit the Sony E mount.
Do the Viltrox AF 16mm f/1.8 and Yongnuo YN 11mm f/1.8S DA DSM WL 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 11mm f/1.8S DA DSM WL is APS-C-only and won't fill a full-frame sensor.
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