Viltrox AF 85mm f/2.0 EVO vs Yongnuo YN 85mm f/1.8Z DF DSM
Both are Nikon Z 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 | Viltrox AF 85mm f/2.0 EVO | Yongnuo YN 85mm f/1.8Z DF DSM |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 85mm | 85mm |
| Max aperture | f/2.0 | f/1.8 |
| Type | prime | prime |
| Coverage | full-frame | full-frame |
| Mount | Nikon Z | Nikon Z |
Which should you buy?
- the Yongnuo YN 85mm f/1.8Z DF DSM opens wider (f/1.8) — brighter in low light and more background blur
Where to buy
Viltrox AF 85mm f/2.0 EVOSee price on Amazon
Yongnuo YN 85mm f/1.8Z DF DSMSee price on Amazon
FAQ
What's the difference between the Viltrox AF 85mm f/2.0 EVO and the Yongnuo YN 85mm f/1.8Z DF DSM?
The Viltrox AF 85mm f/2.0 EVO is 85mm f/2.0 prime, full-frame; the Yongnuo YN 85mm f/1.8Z DF DSM is 85mm f/1.8 prime, full-frame. Both fit the Nikon Z mount.
Which is better in low light, the Viltrox AF 85mm f/2.0 EVO or the Yongnuo YN 85mm f/1.8Z DF DSM?
The Yongnuo YN 85mm f/1.8Z DF DSM — its f/1.8 maximum aperture lets in more light and gives more background blur than the f/2.0 of the other.
Do the Viltrox AF 85mm f/2.0 EVO and Yongnuo YN 85mm f/1.8Z 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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