The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Yongnuo 50mm F1.8S II and the Nikon 50mm f1.8G 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 50mm F1.8S II is the longer of the two lenses at 58mm. The Nikon 50mm f1.8G with a length of 53mm, is 5mm shorter. On the other hand, the Nikon 50mm f1.8G has a larger diameter of 72mm compared to the Yongnuo 50mm F1.8S II's 64mm 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. Yongnuo 50mm F1.8S II weighs 134g, which means it is 51g (27%) lighter than the Nikon 50mm f1.8G which has a weight of 185g.
Filter Threads
The Yongnuo 50mm F1.8S II has a filter size of 49mm whereas the Nikon 50mm f1.8G has a 58mm diameter. Larger filters are generally more expensive than the smaller ones given all the other features are equal.
Below are links to the 49mm filters that we recommend you to consider for the Yongnuo 50mm F1.8S II:
And these are the 58mm filters that we recommend for the Nikon 50mm f1.8G:
Lens Mounts
The Yongnuo 50mm F1.8S II has the Sony E lens mount whereas the Nikon 50mm f1.8G has the Nikon F (FX) 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 Nikon D6, Nikon D780 and Nikon D3500 for the Nikon F (FX) Mount.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
50mm and the fastest aperture of
F1.8.
