Viltrox AF 40mm f/2.5 vs Yongnuo YN 35mm f/2S DF DSM
Both are Sony E mount primes for everyday and street — here's how the specs differ and which to pick. Every spec is from the manufacturer's own catalog.
| Spec | Viltrox AF 40mm f/2.5 | Yongnuo YN 35mm f/2S DF DSM |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 40mm | 35mm |
| Max aperture | f/2.5 | f/2 |
| Type | prime | prime |
| Coverage | full-frame | full-frame |
| Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
Which should you buy?
- the Yongnuo YN 35mm f/2S DF DSM opens wider (f/2) — brighter in low light and more background blur
- the Yongnuo YN 35mm f/2S DF DSM (35mm) is wider — more in the frame for street and interiors; the Viltrox AF 40mm f/2.5 (40mm) is tighter — more reach and compression for portraits
Where to buy
Viltrox AF 40mm f/2.5See price on Amazon
Yongnuo YN 35mm f/2S DF DSMSee price on Amazon
FAQ
What's the difference between the Viltrox AF 40mm f/2.5 and the Yongnuo YN 35mm f/2S DF DSM?
The Viltrox AF 40mm f/2.5 is 40mm f/2.5 prime, full-frame; the Yongnuo YN 35mm f/2S DF DSM is 35mm f/2 prime, full-frame. Both fit the Sony E mount.
Which is better in low light, the Viltrox AF 40mm f/2.5 or the Yongnuo YN 35mm f/2S DF DSM?
The Yongnuo YN 35mm f/2S DF DSM — its f/2 maximum aperture lets in more light and gives more background blur than the f/2.5 of the other.
Do the Viltrox AF 40mm f/2.5 and Yongnuo YN 35mm f/2S DF 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).
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