Yongnuo YN 35mm f/2Z DF DSM vs Voigtländer Septon 40mm f/2 Aspherical

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 Yongnuo YN 35mm f/2Z DF DSM (35mm) is wider — more in the frame for street and interiors; the Voigtländer Septon 40mm f/2 Aspherical (40mm) is tighter — more reach and compression for portraits

Where to buy

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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Voigtländer Septon 40mm f/2 AsphericalSee 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 Yongnuo YN 35mm f/2Z DF DSM and the Voigtländer Septon 40mm f/2 Aspherical?
The Yongnuo YN 35mm f/2Z DF DSM is 35mm f/2 prime, full-frame; the Voigtländer Septon 40mm f/2 Aspherical is 40mm f/2 prime, full-frame. Both fit the Nikon Z mount.

Do the Yongnuo YN 35mm f/2Z DF DSM and Voigtländer Septon 40mm f/2 Aspherical 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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