Voigtländer APO-Lanthar 50mm f/2 E vs Yongnuo YN 50mm f/1.8S II DF DSM
Both are Sony E mount primes for standard prime — here's how the specs differ and which to pick. Every spec is from the manufacturer's own catalog.
| Spec | Voigtländer APO-Lanthar 50mm f/2 E | Yongnuo YN 50mm f/1.8S II DF DSM |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 50mm | 50mm |
| Max aperture | f/2 | f/1.8 |
| Type | prime | prime |
| Coverage | full-frame | full-frame |
| Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
Which should you buy?
- the Yongnuo YN 50mm f/1.8S II DF DSM opens wider (f/1.8) — brighter in low light and more background blur
Where to buy
Voigtländer APO-Lanthar 50mm f/2 ESee price on Amazon
Yongnuo YN 50mm f/1.8S II DF DSMSee price on Amazon
FAQ
What's the difference between the Voigtländer APO-Lanthar 50mm f/2 E and the Yongnuo YN 50mm f/1.8S II DF DSM?
The Voigtländer APO-Lanthar 50mm f/2 E is 50mm f/2 prime, full-frame; the Yongnuo YN 50mm f/1.8S II DF DSM is 50mm f/1.8 prime, full-frame. Both fit the Sony E mount.
Which is better in low light, the Voigtländer APO-Lanthar 50mm f/2 E or the Yongnuo YN 50mm f/1.8S II DF DSM?
The Yongnuo YN 50mm f/1.8S II DF DSM — its f/1.8 maximum aperture lets in more light and gives more background blur than the f/2 of the other.
Do the Voigtländer APO-Lanthar 50mm f/2 E and Yongnuo YN 50mm f/1.8S II 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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