Nikon Nikkor AF-S 85 mm f/1.8G § 03 Head to head
Nikon Nikkor AF-S 85 mm f/1.8G vs Yongnuo YN 85 mm f/1.8
Nikon 85mm f/1.8 is 110 g lighter. Yongnuo 85mm f/1.8 has a more aperture blades.
The Nikon Nikkor AF-S 85 mm f/1.8G is an 85mm f/1.8 prime, and the Yongnuo YN 85 mm f/1.8 is an 85mm f/1.8 prime. On paper they trade blows, with 3 advantages each.
Nikon Nikkor AF-S 85 mm f/1.8G 
Yongnuo YN 85 mm f/1.8 01
Key differences
Why is the Nikon Nikkor AF-S 85 mm f/1.8G better than the Yongnuo YN 85 mm f/1.8?
- 110 g lighter (350 g vs 460 g)
- 8 mm shorter (73 mm vs 81 mm long)
- Focuses 5 cm closer (0.8 m vs 0.85 m)
Why is the Yongnuo YN 85 mm f/1.8 better than the Nikon Nikkor AF-S 85 mm f/1.8G?
- More aperture blades (9 vs 7)
- Smaller filter thread (58 mm vs 67 mm)
- Newer design (2016 vs 2012)
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Which should you buy?
- portrait For portrait photography, the Nikon Nikkor AF-S 85 mm f/1.8G has the edge: it is 110 g lighter to carry.
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Specification
| Specification | Nikon Nikkor AF-S 85 mm f/1.8G | Yongnuo YN 85 mm f/1.8 |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 85mm | 85mm |
| Maximum aperture | f/1.8 | f/1.8 |
| Minimum aperture | f/16 | f/18 |
| Lens type | Prime lens | Prime lens |
| Format | Full frame | Full frame |
| Weight | 350 g (12.35 oz) ◆ | 460 g (16.23 oz) |
| Dimensions | 80 x 73 mm | 79.5 x 81 mm |
| Minimum focusing distance | 0.8 m (31.50 inches) ◆ | 0.85 m (33.46 inches) |
| Image stabilization | No | No |
| Aperture ring | No | No |
| Aperture blades | 7 | 9 ◆ |
| Optical construction | 9 elements / 9 groups | 9 elements / 6 groups |
| Filter size | 67 mm | 58 mm ◆ |
| Lens mount | Nikon F | Canon EF, Nikon F |
| Released | 2012 | 2016 |
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Size
- A · Nikon
- B · Yongnuo
- 73 × 80 mm
- 81 × 79.5 mm
The Yongnuo YN 85 mm f/1.8 is 8 mm longer and 110 g heavier than the Nikon Nikkor AF-S 85 mm f/1.8G.
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Sample frames
Nikon Nikkor AF-S 85 mm f/1.8G
Yongnuo YN 85 mm f/1.8
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Video reviews
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Questions
- Which is lighter, the Nikon Nikkor AF-S 85 mm f/1.8G or the Yongnuo YN 85 mm f/1.8?
- The Nikon Nikkor AF-S 85 mm f/1.8G weighs 350 g, 110 g less than the Yongnuo YN 85 mm f/1.8 (460 g).
- Which focuses closer, the Nikon Nikkor AF-S 85 mm f/1.8G or the Yongnuo YN 85 mm f/1.8?
- The Nikon Nikkor AF-S 85 mm f/1.8G focuses down to 0.8 m, against 0.85 m for the Yongnuo YN 85 mm f/1.8.
- Do the Nikon Nikkor AF-S 85 mm f/1.8G and the Yongnuo YN 85 mm f/1.8 have image stabilization?
- No, neither lens has optical image stabilization; rely on in-body stabilization if your camera has it.
- Is the Nikon Nikkor AF-S 85 mm f/1.8G or the Yongnuo YN 85 mm f/1.8 better for portrait photography?
- For portrait photography, the Nikon Nikkor AF-S 85 mm f/1.8G has the edge: it is 110 g lighter to carry.
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