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    Yongnuo YN 50 mm f/ 1.8 II
    Yongnuo YN 50 mm f/ 1.8 II

    Yongnuo YN 50 mm f/ 1.8 II

    50mm · f/1.8

    Overview

    The Yongnuo YN 50mm f/1.8 II is an ultra-affordable 'nifty fifty' offering impressive sharpness, often surpassing the Canon 50mm f/1.8 II. Its 7-blade aperture produces smoother bokeh than Canon's 5-blade design. Optical weaknesses include noticeable chromatic aberration in high-contrast scenes and unpleasant bokeh at f/1.8. Build quality is plasticky but solid with a metal mount. Autofocus is slow and hunts in low light, but accurate when locked. It suits budget-conscious hobbyists shooting portraits or still subjects, but not video shooters.