Yongnuo YN 35mm f/2S DF DSM vs Yongnuo YN 35mm f/1.8S DA Art
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 35mm f/2S DF DSM | Yongnuo YN 35mm f/1.8S DA Art |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 35mm | 35mm |
| Max aperture | f/2 | f/1.8 |
| Type | prime | prime |
| Coverage | full-frame | APS-C |
| Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
Which should you buy?
- the Yongnuo YN 35mm f/1.8S DA Art opens wider (f/1.8) — brighter in low light and more background blur
- the Yongnuo YN 35mm f/2S DF DSM covers full-frame (also works on APS-C bodies); the Yongnuo YN 35mm f/1.8S DA Art is APS-C-only — it won't fill a full-frame sensor
Where to buy
Yongnuo YN 35mm f/2S DF DSMSee price on Amazon
Yongnuo YN 35mm f/1.8S DA ArtSee price on Amazon
FAQ
What's the difference between the Yongnuo YN 35mm f/2S DF DSM and the Yongnuo YN 35mm f/1.8S DA Art?
The Yongnuo YN 35mm f/2S DF DSM is 35mm f/2 prime, full-frame; the Yongnuo YN 35mm f/1.8S DA Art is 35mm f/1.8 prime, APS-C. Both fit the Sony E mount.
Which is better in low light, the Yongnuo YN 35mm f/2S DF DSM or the Yongnuo YN 35mm f/1.8S DA Art?
The Yongnuo YN 35mm f/1.8S DA Art — its f/1.8 maximum aperture lets in more light and gives more background blur than the f/2 of the other.
Do the Yongnuo YN 35mm f/2S DF DSM and Yongnuo YN 35mm f/1.8S DA Art 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 35mm f/1.8S DA Art is APS-C-only and won't fill a full-frame sensor.
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