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Nikon Nikkor Z 50mm F1.2 S vs Brightin Star 50mm f/0.95

Both are Nikon Z prime lenses. Here is what actually differs.

Pick the Nikon Nikkor Z 50mm F1.2 S if

  • You shoot full frame: the Brightin Star 50mm f/0.95 is made for APS-C
  • Our notes say it suits: Portraits with strong subject separation, low-light events, weddings

Pick the Brightin Star 50mm f/0.95 if

  • You need ⅔ stop more light for low light or background blur (f/0.95 vs f/1.2)

Spec differences

13 differences
Specifications that differ between the Nikon Nikkor Z 50mm F1.2 S and the Brightin Star 50mm f/0.95
Nikon Nikkor Z 50mm F1.2 S Brightin Star 50mm f/0.95
Brand
Nikon
Brightin Star
Format
Full frame
APS-C
Max aperture
f/1.2
f/0.95 ⅔ stop faster
Weight
1090 g
not listed
Length
150 mm
not listed
Diameter
89.5 mm
not listed
Filter thread
82 mm
not listed
Min focus distance
0.45 m
not listed
Max magnification
0.15×
not listed
Aperture blades
not listed
13
Optical design
17 elements / 15 groups
not listed
Autofocus motor
not listed
Manual focus
Released
2020
not listed
4 identical specs hidden: mount, type, focal length, image stabilization. Show all
Mount
Nikon Z both
Type
Prime both
Focal length
50mm both
Image stabilization
No both

Our notes

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

Our notes

Brightin Star 50mm f/0.95

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