Uploaded August 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Can a budget lens deliver pro video results? We put the Yongnuo 16mm f/1.8S DA DSM to the test on the Sony FX30, evaluating its autofocus speed, focus breathing, and low-light performance to see if it’s the ultimate wide-angle choice for video creators.
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Video Chapters:
00:00 - YongNuo 16mm F1.8 Sample Footage with Sony FX30
00:23 - YongNuo 16mm F1.8 Prime Lens (APS-C)
00:43 - Price and Features
01:10 - AF/MF Switch & Custom Function Button
01:44 - Weather Sealing (Sort of)
01:59 - What’s the Deal with 16mm on APS-C? (24mm Equivalent)
02:38 - YongNuo on FX30
03:12 - Eye Autofocus
03:55 - Tap to Focus
04:15 - Manul Focus ( a mixed bag )
05:03 - Vlogging Test Active vs. Catalyst Browse (GyroFlow)
06:23 - Sunstars and Flaring
06:46 - 4k120p footage
07:17 - Low Light Video Test & Guide
07:39 - Bokeh Balls/Bokeh Quality
08:03 - YongNuo vs. Viltrox Thoughts
08:36 - This is better than the M43 Lenses from YongNuo
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Can a budget lens deliver pro video results? We put the Yongnuo 16mm f/1.8S DA DSM to the test on the Sony FX30, evaluating its autofocus speed, focus breathing, and low-light performance to see if it’s the ultimate wide-angle choice for video creators.
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🛒 My ND/Polarizer Filter - bhpho.to/43zje4c
Disclaimer: Affiliate links earn me a small commission with every purchase
Watch More Like This:
➡Viltrox EVO 90mm Lens Review - youtu.be/l20NPT5OX-8?si=3tTi24xt_FhT1ll9
Video Chapters:
00:00 - YongNuo 16mm F1.8 Sample Footage with Sony FX30
00:23 - YongNuo 16mm F1.8 Prime Lens (APS-C)
00:43 - Price and Features
01:10 - AF/MF Switch & Custom Function Button
01:44 - Weather Sealing (Sort of)
01:59 - What’s the Deal with 16mm on APS-C? (24mm Equivalent)
02:38 - YongNuo on FX30
03:12 - Eye Autofocus
03:55 - Tap to Focus
04:15 - Manul Focus ( a mixed bag )
05:03 - Vlogging Test Active vs. Catalyst Browse (GyroFlow)
06:23 - Sunstars and Flaring
06:46 - 4k120p footage
07:17 - Low Light Video Test & Guide
07:39 - Bokeh Balls/Bokeh Quality
08:03 - YongNuo vs. Viltrox Thoughts
08:36 - This is better than the M43 Lenses from YongNuo
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►Sony ZV-E1 -bhpho.to/43Wvfng
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