Yongnuo YN 50mm f/1.8Z II DF DSM vs Voigtländer APO-Lanthar 50mm f/2 Aspherical II
Both are Nikon Z mount primes for standard prime — here's how the specs differ and which to pick. Every spec is from the manufacturer's own catalog.
| Spec | Yongnuo YN 50mm f/1.8Z II DF DSM | Voigtländer APO-Lanthar 50mm f/2 Aspherical II |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 50mm | 50mm |
| Max aperture | f/1.8 | f/2 |
| Type | prime | prime |
| Coverage | full-frame | full-frame |
| Mount | Nikon Z | Nikon Z |
Which should you buy?
- the Yongnuo YN 50mm f/1.8Z II DF DSM opens wider (f/1.8) — brighter in low light and more background blur
Where to buy
Yongnuo YN 50mm f/1.8Z II DF DSMSee price on Amazon
Voigtländer APO-Lanthar 50mm f/2 Aspherical IISee price on Amazon
FAQ
What's the difference between the Yongnuo YN 50mm f/1.8Z II DF DSM and the Voigtländer APO-Lanthar 50mm f/2 Aspherical II?
The Yongnuo YN 50mm f/1.8Z II DF DSM is 50mm f/1.8 prime, full-frame; the Voigtländer APO-Lanthar 50mm f/2 Aspherical II is 50mm f/2 prime, full-frame. Both fit the Nikon Z mount.
Which is better in low light, the Yongnuo YN 50mm f/1.8Z II DF DSM or the Voigtländer APO-Lanthar 50mm f/2 Aspherical II?
The Yongnuo YN 50mm f/1.8Z II DF DSM — 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 50mm f/1.8Z II DF DSM and Voigtländer APO-Lanthar 50mm f/2 Aspherical II 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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