The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Yongnuo 23mm F1.4S Z and the Viltrox 23mm F1.4 E 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 Z is the longer of the two lenses at 85mm. The Viltrox 23mm F1.4 E with a length of 72mm, is 13mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Yongnuo 23mm F1.4S Z also has a larger diameter of 69mm compared to the Viltrox 23mm F1.4 E's 65mm diameter.
Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Yongnuo 23mm F1.4S Z and Viltrox 23mm F1.4 E to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life.
Comparison image of the Yongnuo 23mm F1.4S Z and the Viltrox 23mm F1.4 E Size and Weight 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. Viltrox 23mm F1.4 E weighs 260g, 27% (100g) lighter than the Yongnuo 23mm F1.4S Z's weight of 360g.
Filter Threads
The Yongnuo 23mm F1.4S Z has a filter size of 58mm whereas the Viltrox 23mm F1.4 E has a 52mm 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 Z:
And these are the 52mm filters that we recommend for the Viltrox 23mm F1.4 E:
Lens Mounts
The Yongnuo 23mm F1.4S Z has the Nikon Z lens mount whereas the Viltrox 23mm F1.4 E has the Sony E lens mount . Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are RED Komodo-X 6K Z , Nikon Z50 II and Nikon Z30 for the Nikon Z Mount and Sony ZV-E10 II , Sony A6700 and Sony FX30 for the Sony E Mount.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
23mm and the fastest aperture of
F1.4 .
