Olympus OM Zuiko Auto-S 50mm f/1.4 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.
Verdict at a glance
- Olympus OM Zuiko Auto-S 50mm f/1.4 is faster by 0.7 stops (f/1.4 vs f/1.8), letting in more light.
| Spec | OM Zuiko Auto-S 50mm f/1.4 | 50mm f/1.8 Auto |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Olympus | Vivitar |
| Mount | Olympus OM | Olympus OM |
| Type | Prime | Prime |
| Focal length | 50mm | 50mm |
| Max aperture | f/1.4 (faster) | f/1.8 |
| Format | full-frame | n/a |
| Groups | 6 | n/a |
| Af motor | none | n/a |
| Elements | 7 | n/a |
| Weight g | 230 | n/a |
| Filter mm | 49 | n/a |
| Length mm | 36.0 | n/a |
| Diameter mm | 60.0 | n/a |
| Min focus m | 0.45 | n/a |
Olympus OM Zuiko Auto-S 50mm f/1.4
A fast manual-focus 50mm from the OM system, weighing about 230 g and only 36 mm long. It takes 49mm filters.
Pros
- f/1.4 aperture
- Compact at about 230 g
- Strong reputation for sharpness stopped down
- 49mm filters
Cons
- Manual focus only
- Glows at f/1.4
- Old coatings flare
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.