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Viltrox AF 50mm f/1.8 Z vs f/2 Air

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

Pick the f/1.8 Z if

  • You need ⅓ stop more light for low light or background blur (f/1.8 vs f/2)

Pick the f/2 Air if

Our spec data shows no clear advantage for this lens.

Spec differences

12 differences
Specifications that differ between the Viltrox AF 50mm f/1.8 Z and the Viltrox AF 50mm f/2 Air
f/1.8 Z f/2 Air
Format
not listed
Full frame
Max aperture
f/1.8 ⅓ stop faster
f/2
Weight
not listed
220 g
Length
not listed
58.6 mm
Diameter
not listed
68 mm
Filter thread
not listed
58 mm
Min focus distance
not listed
0.51 m
Max magnification
not listed
0.11×
Aperture blades
not listed
9
Optical design
not listed
13 elements / 9 groups
Autofocus motor
not listed
STM
Image stabilization
not listed
No
4 identical specs hidden: brand, mount, type, focal length. Show all
Brand
Viltrox both
Mount
Nikon Z both
Type
Prime both
Focal length
50mm both

Our notes

Viltrox AF 50mm f/1.8 Z

The Viltrox AF 50mm f/1.8 Z is a fast standard prime lens covering 50mm at f/1.8 for Nikon Z mount cameras. The natural field of view suits street, documentary and everyday photography.

Our notes

Viltrox AF 50mm f/2 Air

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