Nikon Nikkor Z 20mm F1.8 S vs Nikon Nikkor Z 50mm F1.2 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 F1.2 S is faster by 1.2 stops (f/1.2 vs f/1.8), letting in more light.
- Nikon Nikkor Z 20mm F1.8 S is lighter by 585g.
- Nikon Nikkor Z 20mm F1.8 S goes wider (20mm vs 50mm).
- Nikon Nikkor Z 50mm F1.2 S reaches further (50mm vs 20mm).
| Spec | Nikkor Z 20mm F1.8 S | Nikkor Z 50mm F1.2 S |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Nikon | Nikon |
| Mount | Nikon Z | Nikon Z |
| Type | Prime | Prime |
| Focal length | 20mm (wider) | 50mm |
| Max aperture | f/1.8 | f/1.2 (faster) |
| Released | 2020 | 2020 |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Groups | 11 | 15 |
| Elements | 14 | 17 |
| Weight g | 505.0 (lighter) | 1090.0 |
| Filter mm | 77 | 82 |
| Length mm | 108.5 | 150.0 |
| Diameter mm | 84.5 | 89.5 |
| Min focus m | 0.2 (closer focusing) | 0.45 |
| Max magnification | 0.189 | 0.149 |
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)
Nikon Nikkor Z 50mm F1.2 S
A fast normal prime for Nikon Z full-frame mirrorless cameras with an f/1.2 aperture. Large and heavy for a 50mm, aimed at demanding portrait and low-light work.
Pros
- f/1.2 aperture
- Excellent sharpness wide open
- Weather-sealed S-Line build
- Smooth blur
Cons
- Big and heavy (1.09 kg)
- No lens-based stabilization