Yongnuo YN 56mm f/1.4 DA DSM Pro vs Samyang MF 85mm f/1.4 Z
Both are Nikon Z mount primes for portrait and low-light — here's how the specs differ and which to pick. Every spec is from the manufacturer's own catalog.
| Spec | Yongnuo YN 56mm f/1.4 DA DSM Pro | Samyang MF 85mm f/1.4 Z |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 56mm | 85mm |
| Max aperture | f/1.4 | f/1.4 |
| Type | prime | prime |
| Coverage | APS-C | full-frame |
| Mount | Nikon Z | Nikon Z |
Which should you buy?
- the Yongnuo YN 56mm f/1.4 DA DSM Pro (56mm) is wider — more in the frame for street and interiors; the Samyang MF 85mm f/1.4 Z (85mm) is tighter — more reach and compression for portraits
- the Samyang MF 85mm f/1.4 Z covers full-frame (also works on APS-C bodies); the Yongnuo YN 56mm f/1.4 DA DSM Pro is APS-C-only — it won't fill a full-frame sensor
Where to buy
Yongnuo YN 56mm f/1.4 DA DSM ProSee price on Amazon
Samyang MF 85mm f/1.4 ZSee price on Amazon
FAQ
What's the difference between the Yongnuo YN 56mm f/1.4 DA DSM Pro and the Samyang MF 85mm f/1.4 Z?
The Yongnuo YN 56mm f/1.4 DA DSM Pro is 56mm f/1.4 prime, APS-C; the Samyang MF 85mm f/1.4 Z is 85mm f/1.4 prime, full-frame. Both fit the Nikon Z mount.
Do the Yongnuo YN 56mm f/1.4 DA DSM Pro and Samyang MF 85mm f/1.4 Z fit the same camera?
Yes — both are Nikon Z mount lenses, so they fit Nikon Z series (Z6/Z7/Z8/Z9 full-frame, Z50/Zfc APS-C). Note the Yongnuo YN 56mm f/1.4 DA DSM Pro is APS-C-only and won't fill a full-frame sensor.
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