Nikon Nikkor Z 24-120mm F4 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 3.5 stops (f/1.2 vs f/4.0), letting in more light.
- Nikon Nikkor Z 24-120mm F4 S is lighter by 460g.
- Nikon Nikkor Z 24-120mm F4 S goes wider (24mm vs 50mm).
- Nikon Nikkor Z 24-120mm F4 S reaches further (120mm vs 50mm).
- Nikon Nikkor Z 24-120mm F4 S is the newer design (2021 vs 2020).
| Spec | Nikkor Z 24-120mm F4 S | Nikkor Z 50mm F1.2 S |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Nikon | Nikon |
| Mount | Nikon Z | Nikon Z |
| Type | Zoom | Prime |
| Focal length | 24-120mm (wider) | 50mm |
| Max aperture | f/4.0 | f/1.2 (faster) |
| Released | 2021 | 2020 |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Groups | 13 | 15 |
| Elements | 16 | 17 |
| Weight g | 630.0 (lighter) | 1090.0 |
| Filter mm | 77 | 82 |
| Length mm | 118.0 | 150.0 |
| Diameter mm | 84.0 | 89.5 |
| Min focus m | 0.35 (closer focusing) | 0.45 |
| Max magnification | 0.4 | 0.149 |
Nikon Nikkor Z 24-120mm F4 S
A versatile standard zoom for Nikon Z full-frame cameras with a constant f/4 aperture and a longer range than the 24-70mm f/4.
Pros
- Constant f/4
- Long 24-120mm range
- Weather-sealed
- Sharp
Cons
- Larger than the 24-70 f/4 (630 g)
- Relies on in-camera corrections
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