Nikon Nikkor AF-S DX Micro 40 mm f/2.8G § 03 Head to head
Nikon Nikkor AF-S DX Micro 40 mm f/2.8G vs Yongnuo YN 40 mm f/2.8N
Nikon 40mm f/2.8 focuses 14 cm closer. Yongnuo 40mm f/2.8 is 105 g lighter.
Both lenses are made for the Nikon F mount: the Nikon Nikkor AF-S DX Micro 40 mm f/2.8G is a 40mm f/2.8 prime, and the Yongnuo YN 40 mm f/2.8N is a 40mm f/2.8 prime. On paper they trade blows, with 3 advantages each.
Nikon Nikkor AF-S DX Micro 40 mm f/2.8G 
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Key differences
Why is the Nikon Nikkor AF-S DX Micro 40 mm f/2.8G better than the Yongnuo YN 40 mm f/2.8N?
- Focuses 14 cm closer (0.16 m vs 0.3 m)
- More aperture blades (7 vs 6)
- Smaller filter thread (52 mm vs 58 mm)
Why is the Yongnuo YN 40 mm f/2.8N better than the Nikon Nikkor AF-S DX Micro 40 mm f/2.8G?
- 105 g lighter (130 g vs 235 g)
- 20 mm shorter (45 mm vs 64.5 mm long)
- Covers a larger sensor format (full-frame vs APS-C)
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Which should you buy?
- street For street photography, the Yongnuo YN 40 mm f/2.8N has the edge: it is 105 g lighter to carry.
- travel For travel, the Yongnuo YN 40 mm f/2.8N has the edge: it is 105 g lighter to carry.
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Specification
| Specification | Nikon Nikkor AF-S DX Micro 40 mm f/2.8G | Yongnuo YN 40 mm f/2.8N |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 40mm | 40mm |
| Maximum aperture | f/2.8 | f/2.8 |
| Minimum aperture | f/22 | f/22 |
| Lens type | Prime lens | Prime lens |
| Format | APS-C | Full frame |
| Weight | 235 g (8.29 oz) | 130 g (4.59 oz) ◆ |
| Dimensions | 68.5 x 64.5 mm | 74 x 45 mm |
| Minimum focusing distance | 0.163 m (6.42 inches) ◆ | 0.3 m (11.81 inches) |
| Image stabilization | No | — |
| Aperture ring | No | — |
| Aperture blades | 7 ◆ | 6 |
| Optical construction | 9 elements / 7 groups | 6 elements / 4 groups |
| Filter size | 52 mm ◆ | 58 mm |
| Lens mount | Nikon F | Nikon F |
| Released | 2011 | — |
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Size
- A · Nikon
- B · Yongnuo
- 64.5 × 68.5 mm
- 45 × 74 mm
The Nikon Nikkor AF-S DX Micro 40 mm f/2.8G is 20 mm longer and 105 g heavier than the Yongnuo YN 40 mm f/2.8N.
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Sample frames
Nikon Nikkor AF-S DX Micro 40 mm f/2.8G
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Video reviews
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Questions
- Which is lighter, the Nikon Nikkor AF-S DX Micro 40 mm f/2.8G or the Yongnuo YN 40 mm f/2.8N?
- The Yongnuo YN 40 mm f/2.8N weighs 130 g, 105 g less than the Nikon Nikkor AF-S DX Micro 40 mm f/2.8G (235 g).
- Which focuses closer, the Nikon Nikkor AF-S DX Micro 40 mm f/2.8G or the Yongnuo YN 40 mm f/2.8N?
- The Nikon Nikkor AF-S DX Micro 40 mm f/2.8G focuses down to 0.16 m, against 0.3 m for the Yongnuo YN 40 mm f/2.8N.
- Is the Nikon Nikkor AF-S DX Micro 40 mm f/2.8G or the Yongnuo YN 40 mm f/2.8N better for street photography?
- For street photography, the Yongnuo YN 40 mm f/2.8N has the edge: it is 105 g lighter to carry.
- Is the Nikon Nikkor AF-S DX Micro 40 mm f/2.8G or the Yongnuo YN 40 mm f/2.8N better for travel?
- For travel, the Yongnuo YN 40 mm f/2.8N has the edge: it is 105 g lighter to carry.