Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR 50mm
Nikon
91 Overall Score
vs
Yongnuo YN56mm F1.4Z DA DSM WL Pro 56mm
Yongnuo
54 Overall Score
Scores
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Specifications
| Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR 50mm | Yongnuo YN56mm F1.4Z DA DSM WL Pro 56mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | prime |
| Focal Length Min | 16 mm | 56 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 50 mm | 56 mm |
| Elements | 9 | 10 |
| Groups | 7 | 9 |
| Aspherical Elements | 4★ | — |
| ED Elements | 1 | 3★ |
| Coating | Super Integrated Coating | Multilayer Nano Coating, Anti-Fouling Fluorine Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/3.5 | f/16 |
| Min Aperture | 3.5-6.3 | f/1.4 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 9★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Nikon Z | Nikon Z |
| Format | APS-C | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.14 kg★ | 0.50 kg |
| Filter Thread | 46 mm | 58 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Stepping Motor | Digital Stepping Motor |
| Stabilization | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Stabilization Stops | 4.5 stops★ | — |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 200 mm★ | 579 mm |
| Max Magnification | 0.2x | 1:9.09★ |
Pros & Cons
Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR 50mm
- Strong stabilization (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong build (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong af (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong versatility (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
Yongnuo YN56mm F1.4Z DA DSM WL Pro 56mm
- Strong af (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong build (72nd percentile)
- Strong optical (67th percentile)
- Below average versatility (33rd percentile)
Pricing
Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR 50mm0.489score per dollar
vs
Yongnuo YN56mm F1.4Z DA DSM WL Pro 56mm0.253score per dollar
Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR 50mm offers 1.9x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR 50mm
Scores 91 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 5 of 22 specs.
