Olympus OM Zuiko Auto-S 50mm f/1.2 vs Vivitar 50mm f/1.8 Auto
Side-by-side comparison from our catalogue data. Better values are highlighted only where a clear difference exists.
Olympus
OM Zuiko Auto-S 50mm f/1.2
Verdict at a glance
- Olympus OM Zuiko Auto-S 50mm f/1.2 is faster by 1.2 stops (f/1.2 vs f/1.8), letting in more light.
| Spec | OM Zuiko Auto-S 50mm f/1.2 | 50mm f/1.8 Auto |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Olympus | Vivitar |
| Mount | Olympus OM | Olympus OM |
| Type | Prime | Prime |
| Focal length | 50mm | 50mm |
| Max aperture | f/1.2 (faster) | f/1.8 |
| Format | full-frame | n/a |
| Groups | 6 | n/a |
| Af motor | none | n/a |
| Elements | 7 | n/a |
| Weight g | 285 | n/a |
| Filter mm | 49 | n/a |
| Length mm | 43.0 | n/a |
| Diameter mm | 65.0 | n/a |
| Min focus m | 0.45 | n/a |
Olympus OM Zuiko Auto-S 50mm f/1.2
The fastest 50mm in the OM line-up, a manual lens weighing about 285 g and notably compact for an f/1.2.
Pros
- f/1.2 aperture
- Compact for its speed
- Distinctive rendering
Cons
- Manual focus only
- Soft at f/1.2
Vivitar 50mm f/1.8 Auto
This 50mm f/1.8 fast manual-focus standard prime lens from Vivitar fits Olympus OM mount cameras. The natural field of view suits street, documentary and everyday photography.