Yongnuo YN 35mm f/1.8R DA DSM
Yongnuo · 35 mm · f/1.8
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What We Like
+Compact and lightweight at 183g, ideal for travel and extended shooting
+Fast f/1.8 aperture delivers stunning bokeh and excellent low-light performance
+DSM quiet, fast autofocus suitable for both stills and video
+Metal construction with weather sealing gasket provides robust build quality
+USB Type-C firmware updates ensure long-term compatibility and improvements
+Affordable price point compared to first-party alternatives
Worth Knowing
−New product with limited real-world reviews and user feedback available
−May not have consistent third-party RF-mount lens support from Canon
−Some early versions reported focus hunting that required firmware updates
−Chromatic aberration and vignetting present at wider apertures
General | |
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About This LensThe Yongnuo YN35mm F1.8R DA DSM is a compact, lightweight (183g) APS-C prime lens designed for R-series mirrorless cameras (RF Mount). Featuring a bright F1.8 aperture, it delivers stunning bokeh and excellent low-light performance, ideal for portraits, street photography, and indoor shooting. Equipped with a precise DSM (Digital Stepping Motor), the lens provides quiet, accurate, and responsive autofocus, making it suitable not only for photography but also for video work. As an affordable third-party option for Canon RF users, it emphasizes optical performance and build quality at an accessible price point. | |
| Brand | Yongnuo |
| Release Year | 2025 |
Production Status ⓘCurrent status of lens manufacturing (e.g., in production, discontinued). |  In Production |
Lens Mount ⓘThe lens mount will tell you what type of lens range you can fit onto the camera body. Often the same camera company will have different lens ranges for different cameras. | Canon RF |
System ⓘIndicates which camera system the lens is designed to attach to. | Canon EOS R |
Maximum Format ⓘLargest sensor size compatible with the lens. |  APS-C |
Physical | |
| Lens Weight | 183 g |
Front Filter Compatible ⓘSome lenses are compatible with front filters, some are compatible with back filters and some are compatible with both. Front filters are usually more convenient to add and remove. |  Yes |
Front Filter Size ⓘDiameter of attachable filters. | 52 mm |
Optics | |
Focal Range ⓘShortest to longest focal length of the lens (zoom range start - end ) | 35 mm |
Aperture Range ⓘLargest aperture at the lens's shortest focal length to longest focal length (aperture range start - end) | 1.8 |
| Focal Length Angle of View | 44.03° |
Flange Focal Distance ⓘDistance from lens mount to sensor. | 20 mm |
Diaphragm Type ⓘStructure and design of the aperture |  Automatic |
Blades ⓘNumber of diaphragm blades in aperture | 7020 |
Zoom Lens ⓘZoom allows you to vary the focal length, change between long shots and close-ups | No |
Closest Focusing Distance ⓘMinimum distance for a subject to be in focus. | 35 cm01500 |
| Autofocus Mode |  Yes |
| Manual Mode |  Yes |
| Manual Focusing Ring |  Yes |
Features | |
Weather Sealing ⓘWeather sealing capabilities will give you more confidence when shooting in unfavourable conditions. |  Yes |
Fluorine Coating ⓘCoating to repel water and oil from lens elements. | No |
| Built In Lens Hood | No |
Teleconverter ⓘA teleconverter (extender) is an extra piece of equipment that fits between the lens and the camera body to enhance magnification | No |
| Image Stabilization | No |
Construction | |
| Groups | 8 |
Bi Aspherical Elements ⓘElements with two non-spherical surfaces | 0 |
Super Low Dispersion ⓘAdvanced elements further reducing chromatic aberration | 0 |
CA Reduction ⓘBuilt-in features to reduce chromatic aberration | 0 |
Internal Focusing ⓘInternal Focusing means that the lens does not change in size during focusing, and the front element does not rotate. |  Yes |