Yongnuo Rumors

Test: Eneloop Charger BQ-CC55 (Panasonic)

June 12, 2024 ynrumors Comments 4 comments

After testing Eneloop batteries (as well as Amazon Basics batteries) I finally decided to buy a charger (I was using a 10-year-old Ni-MH charger until then). My eyes stopped on the Panasonic BQ-CC55 (Eneloop). We will see what this intelligent charger brings in new features compared to the older versions. Edit 2024: This charger is now quite old, and there are a lot more most recent options available. Click the link below to check the lastest chargers. See it on…

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Yongnuo YN433 Camera – The Ultimate 4K Streaming Webcam

June 5, 2024 ynrumors Comments 0 Comment

Introduction to the Yongnuo YN433 Camera The Yongnuo YN433 is a new mirrorless camera specifically designed to meet the needs of live broadcasters and content creators. Priced at under $600, this camera features a 20-megapixel micro 4/3 sensor, making it a compelling choice for those looking to upgrade their streaming setup without breaking the bank. Although there are many much cheaper options for getting started with streaming, Yongnuo’s product falls into the mid/high range. The micro 4/3 format (micro 4/3,…

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YONGNUO MIRRORLESS CAMERA YN450M (Updated)

January 4, 2021 ynrumors Comments 2 comments

After a YN450 announced in 2018 that never came out, except a few unit on the grey market in China, Yongnuo announced an updated version of its mirrorless camera thingy, the YN450M. So what’s new? Well, pretty simple. The main difference is the mount. The YN450 already had a micro 4/3 sensor, but weirdly embedded a Canon EF mount. The new YN450M have the same 16MP micro four third sensor, but is now packed with a micro 4/3 mount. It…

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Flash Yongnuo YN-968N II (Nikon)

January 4, 2021 ynrumors Comments 1 comment

The YN-968 flash series is one of Yongnuo’s best sellers. The first version, which appeared at the end of 2017, was acclaimed by Nikonists, since it was a complete camera, sold around $150 and capable of being controlled by the YN-622 triggers. Released at the end of 2019, this new version (YN968-II) brings its share of novelty, in a price that is always contained, compared to all the creative possibilities it offers. The flash comes with its protective cover and…

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Flash Yongnuo YN-968N (Nikon)

December 4, 2020 ynrumors Comments 0 Comment

A new Yongnuo flash specially designed for our Nikonist friends: The YN-968N. Released in summer 2017, it is now part of the Yongnuo beasts, these TTL cobra flashes above $150 and with a GN of 60 and which integrate the Yongnuo wireless trigger systems (YN-622 in this case). This YN-968N is massive. It is imposing and looks really solid. Please note: The article is old, and a newer version of this flash (YN968N II) is now available. A little extra…

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Yongnuo 85mm F/1.8 Sony (E-mount)

September 22, 2020 ynrumors Comments 1 comment

Finally, Yongnuo announces several E-mount lenses (for Sony cameras), the 50mm f/1.8 as well as the 85mm f/1.8. Let’s start by talking about the second lens: the 85mm F1.8S DF DSM (the 50mm F/1.8S DA DSM can be found here). Moreover, we can notice a new logo/name on the Yongnuo lenses: YnLens. This is the first Yongnuo lens for Sony Full-Frame cameras with an E-mount. The construction seems better than the others 85mm F/1.8 from Yongnuo (for Canon and Nikon)…

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Yongnuo 50mm F/1.8 Sony (E-mount)

September 22, 2020 ynrumors Comments 4 comments

Finally, Yongnuo announces several E-mount lenses (for Sony cameras), the 50mm f/1.8 as well as the 85mm f/1.8. Let’s start by talking about the first lens: the 50mm F1.8S DA DSM (the 85mm F/1.8S DF DSM can be found here). Moreover, we can notice a new logo/name on the Yongnuo lenses: YnLens. This is the first Yongnuo lens for Sony APS-C cameras with an E-mount. The construction seems better than the others 50mm F/1.8 from Yongnuo (for Canon and Nikon)…

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Yongnuo 42.5mm F/1.7 µ4/3 Panasonic & Olympus

September 10, 2020 ynrumors Comments 2 comments

Yongnuo has released at the end of 2019 a first lens for owners of 4/3 Panasonic and Olympus micro cameras. It is a 42.5mm fixed focal length lens that opens to 1.7. Its small price under $100 should please most people. The equivalent at Panasonic is the Lumix G 42.5mm F/1.7 OIS which costs around $350. 42.5mm on a micro 4/3 camera corresponds to a focal length of 85mm in 35mm equivalent. Characteristic of the YN42.5mm F/1.7 Macro: Here are…

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Yongnuo 35mm F/1.4 DF UWM (Ultrasonic)

August 18, 2019 ynrumors Comments 7 comments

Yongnuo announced a new 35mm f/1.4 lens for Canon cameras called YN35mm F/1.4 DF UWM. This new 35mm lens “DF UWM” is Ultrasonic. UWM stands for Ultrasonic Wave Motor. The Canon Equivalent is USM (Ultrasonic Motor). This is the fourth 35mm lens from Yongnuo, after the 35mm f/2C,the 35mm f/1.4C, and the 35mm f/2N. Any Difference? Nothing much to add on this lens, it look like the previous 35mm f/1.4, and just add the ultrasonic motor and a USB port…

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Yongnuo Mirrorless Camera YN450

July 6, 2019 ynrumors Comments 15 comments

Well, that’s quite some news right? Yongnuo is not kidding lately! Here is a preview of the YN450 latest announcement before future tests and post updates. Stay in touch! EDIT 4/1/21: You can find the newer/updated YN450M here. EDIT 7/6/19: Unfortunately, (I knew the product was not viable as is), the Yongnuo YN450 has some issues and will not be released in the US market yet. Yongnuo did not get the Network Access License (NAL) and thus cannot sell the…

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