Nikon Nikkor Z 50mm F1.2 S vs Viltrox AF 50mm f/1.4 Pro

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

Nikon · 2020

Nikkor Z 50mm F1.2 S

f/1.21090 g

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Viltrox

AF 50mm f/1.4 Pro

f/1.4830 gVCM

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

You need ½ stop more light for low light or background blur (f/1.2 vs f/1.4)
Our notes say it suits: Portraits with strong subject separation, low-light events, weddings

Pick the Viltrox AF 50mm f/1.4 Pro if

You want the lighter lens to carry: 260 g lighter (830 g vs 1090 g)
You want a compact lens: 113 mm vs 150 mm long

Spec differences

11 differences

Specifications that differ between the Nikon Nikkor Z 50mm F1.2 S and the Viltrox AF 50mm f/1.4 Pro
	Nikon Nikkor Z 50mm F1.2 S	Viltrox AF 50mm f/1.4 Pro
Brand	Nikon	Viltrox
Max aperture	f/1.2 ½ stop faster	f/1.4
Weight	1090 g	830 g lighter
Length	150 mm	113 mm shorter
Diameter	89.5 mm	84.5 mm slimmer
Filter thread	82 mm	77 mm
Aperture blades	not listed	11
Optical design	17 elements / 15 groups	15 elements / 11 groups
Autofocus motor	not listed	VCM
Weather sealing	not listed	Yes
Released	2020	not listed

7 identical specs hidden: mount, type, format, focal length, min focus distance, max magnification, image stabilization. Show all

Mount: Nikon Z both
Type: Prime both
Format: Full frame both
Focal length: 50mm both
Min focus distance: 0.45 m both
Max magnification: 0.15× 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.