Nikon Nikkor Z 50mm F1.2 S vs Brightin Star 50mm f/1.8

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

Nikon · 2020

Nikkor Z 50mm F1.2 S

f/1.21090 g

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Brightin Star

50mm f/1.8

f/1.8MF

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

You need 1⅓ stops more light for low light or background blur (f/1.2 vs f/1.8)
You shoot full frame: the Brightin Star 50mm f/1.8 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/1.8 if

Our spec data shows no clear advantage for this lens.

Spec differences

12 differences

Specifications that differ between the Nikon Nikkor Z 50mm F1.2 S and the Brightin Star 50mm f/1.8
	Nikon Nikkor Z 50mm F1.2 S	Brightin Star 50mm f/1.8
Brand	Nikon	Brightin Star
Format	Full frame	APS-C
Max aperture	f/1.2 1⅓ stops faster	f/1.8
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	6 elements / 4 groups
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.