Nikon NIKKOR Z 50mm f/1.8 S vs Nikon Nikkor Z 20mm F1.8 S
Side-by-side comparison from our catalogue data. Better values are highlighted only where a clear difference exists.
Verdict at a glance
- Nikon NIKKOR Z 50mm f/1.8 S is lighter by 90g.
- Nikon Nikkor Z 20mm F1.8 S goes wider (20mm vs 50mm).
- Nikon NIKKOR Z 50mm f/1.8 S reaches further (50mm vs 20mm).
- Nikon Nikkor Z 20mm F1.8 S is the newer design (2020 vs 2018).
| Spec | NIKKOR Z 50mm f/1.8 S | Nikkor Z 20mm F1.8 S |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Nikon | Nikon |
| Mount | Nikon Z | Nikon Z |
| Type | Prime | Prime |
| Focal length | 50mm | 20mm (wider) |
| Max aperture | f/1.8 | f/1.8 |
| Released | 2018 | 2020 |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Groups | 9 | 11 |
| Elements | 12 | 14 |
| Weight g | 415.0 (lighter) | 505.0 |
| Filter mm | 62 | 77 |
| Length mm | 86.5 | 108.5 |
| Diameter mm | 76.0 | 84.5 |
| Min focus m | 0.4 | 0.2 (closer focusing) |
| Max magnification | 0.149 | 0.189 |
Nikon NIKKOR Z 50mm f/1.8 S
A normal prime for Nikon Z full-frame mirrorless cameras from the S-Line. Known for edge-to-edge sharpness, a quiet stepping focus motor and weather sealing.
Pros
- Sharp from center to corners
- Quiet, smooth autofocus for video
- Weather-sealed S-Line build
- Compact for its performance
Cons
- Larger than the old F-mount 50mm f/1.8
- No lens-based stabilization
Nikon Nikkor Z 20mm F1.8 S
The Nikkor Z 20mm F1.8 S is a fast wide-angle prime for Nikon Z full-frame cameras with an S-Line build, popular for landscapes, interiors and astrophotography.
Pros
- f/1.8 aperture
- Sharp across the frame
- Weather-sealed
- Well controlled coma
Cons
- No lens-based stabilization
- Relatively large (505 g)