Meike AF 35mm f/1.8 Pro vs Yongnuo YN 35mm f/2Z DF DSM

Both are Nikon Z 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.

Last verified 2026-08-31 · Nikon Z mount · prices change — check the retailer

Which should you buy?

• the Meike AF 35mm f/1.8 Pro opens wider (f/1.8) — brighter in low light and more background blur

Where to buy

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Yongnuo YN 35mm f/2Z DF DSMSee price on Amazon We could not find this one on Amazon US in Nikon Z — this button runs an Amazon search for it rather than opening a product page.

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FAQ

What's the difference between the Meike AF 35mm f/1.8 Pro and the Yongnuo YN 35mm f/2Z DF DSM?
The Meike AF 35mm f/1.8 Pro is 35mm f/1.8 prime, full-frame; the Yongnuo YN 35mm f/2Z DF DSM is 35mm f/2 prime, full-frame. Both fit the Nikon Z mount.

Which is better in low light, the Meike AF 35mm f/1.8 Pro or the Yongnuo YN 35mm f/2Z DF DSM?
The Meike AF 35mm f/1.8 Pro — its f/1.8 maximum aperture lets in more light and gives more background blur than the f/2 of the other.

Do the Meike AF 35mm f/1.8 Pro and Yongnuo YN 35mm f/2Z DF DSM 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).

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