Yongnuo YN 35mm f/2R DF DSM
Yongnuo · 35 mm · f/2
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What We Like
+Excellent sharpness at f/2 across the frame, with continued improvement when stopped down
+Compact and lightweight at 280g, making it highly portable for travel and long handheld shooting
+Fast, quiet DSM autofocus suitable for both photography and video with smooth focus transitions
+Outstanding value at $375—delivers image quality comparable to lenses multiple times the price
+Solid build quality with aluminum alloy body, weather-resistant rubber seal, and refined handling
+Versatile 35mm focal length suitable for street, landscape, and portrait photography
Worth Knowing
−Noticeable vignetting when shooting wide open at f/2; improves when stopped down to f/4 but corner shading persists at all apertures
−Visible chromatic aberration toward the edges of the frame, particularly at narrower apertures
−Minimum focusing distance of 0.35m (35cm) limits extreme close-up capability compared to some alternatives
−Diffraction becomes apparent at f/11 and beyond, reducing sharpness at the smallest aperture settings
General | |
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About This LensThe Yongnuo YN 35mm F2R DF DSM is a compact and lightweight moderate wide-angle lens designed for Canon RF-mount full-frame mirrorless cameras. The lens delivers impressively sharp images, especially at the center of the frame, with astigmatism well under control when stopping down. Released in January 2024, it is available for pre-order at $375, making it an exceptional value option that achieves scores only 2 points shy of the Sony Carl Zeiss Distagon T* FE 35mm F1.4 ZA, which costs multiple times the price. For photographers willing to accept some chromatic aberration and vignetting, the Yongnuo offers very decent image quality at a fraction of the price of manufacturer in-house options. | |
| Brand | Yongnuo |
| Release Year | 2024 |
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. |  Full Frame |
Physical | |
| Lens Weight | 280 g |
Lens Diameter ⓘWidth of the lens at its widest point | 67 mm |
Lens Length ⓘHow long the lens is from front to back. | 72 mm |
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) | 2 |
| Focal Length Angle of View | 61.3° |
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 |
Maximum Magnification ⓘLargest size a subject can be reproduced | 0.13x |
| 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 |
| Lens Hood Type |  Round |
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 | |
Elements ⓘLens elements refer to individual pieces of glass within the lens. | 9 |
| Groups | 8 |
Aspherical Elements ⓘThe number of aspherical lens elements which can help correct aberrations such as spherical aberration. | 1 |
Bi Aspherical Elements ⓘElements with two non-spherical surfaces | 0 |
Low Dispersion ⓘElements that reduce chromatic aberration | 1 |
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 |