Yongnuo YN 35mm f/1.8Z DA DSM WL 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.
| Spec | Yongnuo YN 35mm f/1.8Z DA DSM WL | Yongnuo YN 35mm f/2Z DF DSM |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 35mm | 35mm |
| Max aperture | f/1.8 | f/2 |
| Type | prime | prime |
| Coverage | APS-C | full-frame |
| Mount | Nikon Z | Nikon Z |
Which should you buy?
- the Yongnuo YN 35mm f/1.8Z DA DSM WL opens wider (f/1.8) — brighter in low light and more background blur
- the Yongnuo YN 35mm f/2Z DF DSM covers full-frame (also works on APS-C bodies); the Yongnuo YN 35mm f/1.8Z DA DSM WL is APS-C-only — it won't fill a full-frame sensor
Where to buy
Yongnuo YN 35mm f/1.8Z DA DSM WLSee price on Amazon
Yongnuo YN 35mm f/2Z DF DSMSee price on Amazon
FAQ
What's the difference between the Yongnuo YN 35mm f/1.8Z DA DSM WL and the Yongnuo YN 35mm f/2Z DF DSM?
The Yongnuo YN 35mm f/1.8Z DA DSM WL is 35mm f/1.8 prime, APS-C; 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 Yongnuo YN 35mm f/1.8Z DA DSM WL or the Yongnuo YN 35mm f/2Z DF DSM?
The Yongnuo YN 35mm f/1.8Z DA DSM WL — 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/1.8Z DA DSM WL 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). Note the Yongnuo YN 35mm f/1.8Z DA DSM WL is APS-C-only and won't fill a full-frame sensor.
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