Nikon Nikkor Z 50mm F1.2 S vs Brightin Star 50mm f/1.05
Both are Nikon Z prime lenses for full frame. Here is what actually differs.
Pick the Nikon Nikkor Z 50mm F1.2 S if
- Our notes say it suits: Portraits with strong subject separation, low-light events, weddings
Pick the Brightin Star 50mm f/1.05 if
- You need ⅓ stop more light for low light or background blur (f/1.05 vs f/1.2)
Spec differences
11 differences| Nikon Nikkor Z 50mm F1.2 S | Brightin Star 50mm f/1.05 | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand |
Nikon
|
Brightin Star
|
| Max aperture |
f/1.2
|
f/1.05
⅓ 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
|
| Optical design |
17 elements / 15 groups
|
10 elements / 8 groups
|
| Autofocus motor |
not listed
|
Manual focus
|
| Released |
2020
|
not listed
|
5 identical specs hidden: mount, type, format, focal length, image stabilization. Show all
- Mount
- Nikon Z both
- Type
- Prime both
- Format
- Full frame 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/1.05
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