Yongnuo YN 23mm f/1.4 DA DSM Pro vs Sirui Aurora 35mm f/1.4
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 | Yongnuo YN 23mm f/1.4 DA DSM Pro | Sirui Aurora 35mm f/1.4 |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 23mm | 35mm |
| Max aperture | f/1.4 | f/1.4 |
| Type | prime | prime |
| Coverage | APS-C | full-frame |
| Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
Which should you buy?
- the Yongnuo YN 23mm f/1.4 DA DSM Pro (23mm) is wider — more in the frame for street and interiors; the Sirui Aurora 35mm f/1.4 (35mm) is tighter — more reach and compression for portraits
- the Sirui Aurora 35mm f/1.4 covers full-frame (also works on APS-C bodies); the Yongnuo YN 23mm f/1.4 DA DSM Pro is APS-C-only — it won't fill a full-frame sensor
Where to buy
Check the Yongnuo YN 23mm f/1.4 DA DSM Pro price on Amazon →
Check the Sirui Aurora 35mm f/1.4 price on Amazon →
FAQ
What's the difference between the Yongnuo YN 23mm f/1.4 DA DSM Pro and the Sirui Aurora 35mm f/1.4?
The Yongnuo YN 23mm f/1.4 DA DSM Pro is 23mm f/1.4 prime, APS-C; the Sirui Aurora 35mm f/1.4 is 35mm f/1.4 prime, full-frame. Both fit the Sony E mount.
Do the Yongnuo YN 23mm f/1.4 DA DSM Pro and Sirui Aurora 35mm f/1.4 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 23mm f/1.4 DA DSM Pro is APS-C-only and won't fill a full-frame sensor.
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