Description

Yongnuo YN100mm F2N – A Versatile Medium Telephoto Prime Lens for Nikon DSLR Cameras

Exceptional Optical Performance at an Affordable Price

The Yongnuo YN100mm F2N is a budget-friendly medium telephoto prime lens designed for Nikon F-mount DSLR cameras. With a bright f/2 aperture, this lens excels in portrait photography, offering beautiful background blur and excellent subject isolation. Whether you’re capturing stunning portraits, detailed close-ups, or creative compositions, the YN100mm F2N delivers sharp images with smooth bokeh.

Key Features & Benefits

• F2 Large Aperture – The wide f/2 aperture allows for impressive low-light performance and shallow depth of field, making subjects stand out against a beautifully blurred background.
• 9 Aperture Blades – Produces rounded defocused spots and can create 18-point star effects when stopped down.
• Durable Metal Mount – The chrome-plated metal mount ensures wear resistance, durability, and secure attachment to Nikon cameras.
• Gold-Plated Contacts – Enhances signal conductivity and corrosion resistance, ensuring reliable communication between the lens and camera.
• USB Firmware Upgrade – Keep your lens up to date with firmware updates via the built-in USB port.
• Perspective Compression Effect – On APS-C cameras, the 100mm focal length is equivalent to 160mm, offering a compressed perspective ideal for portraits and close-ups.
• Multi-Coated Glass Elements – Reduces ghosting and flare, improving contrast and color accuracy.
• Auto & Manual Focus Modes – Supports AF & MF, allowing photographers to fine-tune focus for precision shots.

Performance Insights from Users & Experts

While the YN100mm F2N offers excellent image quality for its price, users have noted that its autofocus speed is slower compared to premium lenses. However, for portrait photography, where precise focusing is more important than speed, this lens performs admirably. Some photographers recommend calibrating autofocus for optimal accuracy. The lightweight design (449g) makes it a great travel-friendly option, especially compared to heavier telephoto lenses.

Ideal for Nikon DSLR Cameras

Compatible with a wide range of Nikon DSLR models, including:

• Full-frame cameras: D810, D700, D3s, etc.
• APS-C cameras: D7200, D7100, D5500, D3400, etc.

Package Includes

• YN100mm F2N Lens
• Front & Rear Lens Caps
• User Manual (English & Chinese)

Final Thoughts

The Yongnuo YN100mm F2N is an affordable alternative to high-end 100mm prime lenses, offering solid optical performance, beautiful bokeh, and versatile shooting capabilities. While its autofocus may not be the fastest, it remains a fantastic choice for portrait photographers looking for budget-friendly quality.