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Nikon NIKKOR Z 50mm f/1.8 S vs Brightin Star 50mm f/2

Both are Nikon Z prime lenses for full frame. Here is what actually differs.

Pick the Nikon NIKKOR Z 50mm f/1.8 S if

  • You need ⅓ stop more light for low light or background blur (f/1.8 vs f/2)
  • Our notes say it suits: Portraits, everyday and street shooting, low-light photography

Pick the Brightin Star 50mm f/2 if

Our spec data shows no clear advantage for this lens.

Spec differences

11 differences
Specifications that differ between the Nikon NIKKOR Z 50mm f/1.8 S and the Brightin Star 50mm f/2
Nikon NIKKOR Z 50mm f/1.8 S Brightin Star 50mm f/2
Brand
Nikon
Brightin Star
Max aperture
f/1.8 ⅓ stop faster
f/2
Weight
415 g
not listed
Length
86.5 mm
not listed
Diameter
76 mm
not listed
Filter thread
62 mm
not listed
Min focus distance
0.4 m
not listed
Max magnification
0.15×
not listed
Optical design
12 elements / 9 groups
not listed
Autofocus motor
not listed
Manual focus
Released
2018
not listed
5 identical specs hidden: mount, type, format, focal length, image stabilization. Show all
Mount
Nikon Z both
Type
Prime both
Format
Full frame both
Focal length
50mm both
Image stabilization
No both

Our notes

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

Our notes

Brightin Star 50mm f/2

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