Nikon Nikkor Z 50mm F1.2 S vs Nikon Nikkor Z MC 50mm F2.8
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 2.4 stops (f/1.2 vs f/2.8), letting in more light.
- Nikon Nikkor Z MC 50mm F2.8 is lighter by 830g.
- Nikon Nikkor Z MC 50mm F2.8 is the newer design (2021 vs 2020).
| Spec | Nikkor Z 50mm F1.2 S | Nikkor Z MC 50mm F2.8 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Nikon | Nikon |
| Mount | Nikon Z | Nikon Z |
| Type | Prime | Prime |
| Focal length | 50mm | 50mm |
| Max aperture | f/1.2 (faster) | f/2.8 |
| Released | 2020 | 2021 |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Groups | 15 | 7 |
| Elements | 17 | 10 |
| Weight g | 1090.0 | 260.0 (lighter) |
| Filter mm | 82 | 46 |
| Length mm | 150.0 | 66.0 |
| Diameter mm | 89.5 | 74.5 |
| Min focus m | 0.45 | 0.16 (closer focusing) |
| Max magnification | 0.149 | 1.0 |
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
Nikon Nikkor Z MC 50mm F2.8
A compact 1:1 macro lens for Nikon Z full-frame cameras. Smaller than the 105mm macro.
Pros
- 1:1 magnification
- Compact and light (260 g)
- Standard focal length
Cons
- Short working distance
- No vibration reduction
- f/2.8 aperture