Yongnuo YN 50mm f/1.8S DA DSM vs Samyang AF 85mm f/1.8 P FE
Both are Sony E mount primes for portrait and budget — here's how the specs differ and which to pick. Every spec is from the manufacturer's own catalog.
| Spec | Yongnuo YN 50mm f/1.8S DA DSM | Samyang AF 85mm f/1.8 P FE |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 50mm | 85mm |
| Max aperture | f/1.8 | f/1.8 |
| Type | prime | prime |
| Coverage | APS-C | full-frame |
| Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
Which should you buy?
- the Yongnuo YN 50mm f/1.8S DA DSM (50mm) is wider — more in the frame for street and interiors; the Samyang AF 85mm f/1.8 P FE (85mm) is tighter — more reach and compression for portraits
- the Samyang AF 85mm f/1.8 P FE covers full-frame (also works on APS-C bodies); the Yongnuo YN 50mm f/1.8S DA DSM is APS-C-only — it won't fill a full-frame sensor
Where to buy
Yongnuo YN 50mm f/1.8S DA DSMSee price on Amazon
Samyang AF 85mm f/1.8 P FESee price on Amazon
FAQ
What's the difference between the Yongnuo YN 50mm f/1.8S DA DSM and the Samyang AF 85mm f/1.8 P FE?
The Yongnuo YN 50mm f/1.8S DA DSM is 50mm f/1.8 prime, APS-C; the Samyang AF 85mm f/1.8 P FE is 85mm f/1.8 prime, full-frame. Both fit the Sony E mount.
Do the Yongnuo YN 50mm f/1.8S DA DSM and Samyang AF 85mm f/1.8 P FE 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 50mm f/1.8S DA DSM is APS-C-only and won't fill a full-frame sensor.
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