The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Yongnuo 23mm F1.4S E and the Fujifilm 23mm F1.4 R for their suitability to various photography scenarios:
Size and Weight Comparison
The size of a lens is a crucial factor to consider when comparing two lenses. Yongnuo 23mm F1.4S E is the longer of the two lenses at 85mm. The Fujifilm 23mm F1.4 R with a length of 63mm, is 22mm shorter. On the other hand, the Fujifilm 23mm F1.4 R has a larger diameter of 72mm compared to the Yongnuo 23mm F1.4S E's 69mm diameter.
The weight of a lens is equally significant as its external dimensions, particularly if you intend to handhold your camera and lens combination for extended periods. Fujifilm 23mm F1.4 R weighs 300g, 16% (60g) lighter than the Yongnuo 23mm F1.4S E's weight of 360g.
Filter Threads
The Yongnuo 23mm F1.4S E has a filter size of 58mm whereas the Fujifilm 23mm F1.4 R has a 62mm diameter. Larger filters are generally more expensive than the smaller ones given all the other features are equal.
Below are links to the 58mm filters that we recommend you to consider for the Yongnuo 23mm F1.4S E:
And these are the 62mm filters that we recommend for the Fujifilm 23mm F1.4 R:
Lens Mounts
The Yongnuo 23mm F1.4S E has the Sony E lens mount whereas the Fujifilm 23mm F1.4 R has the Fujifilm X lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Sony ZV-E10 II, Sony A6700 and Sony FX30 for the Sony E Mount and Fujifilm X-T30 III, Fujifilm X-E5 and Fujifilm X-M5 for the Fujifilm X Mount.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
23mm and the fastest aperture of
F1.4.