Nikon Nikkor Z 50mm F1.2 S vs Zeiss Otus ML 50mm f/1.4

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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Zeiss

Otus ML 50mm f/1.4

f/1.4718 gMF

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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 Zeiss Otus ML 50mm f/1.4 if

You want the lighter lens to carry: 372 g lighter (718 g vs 1090 g)
You want a compact lens: 102 mm vs 150 mm long

Spec differences

11 differences

Specifications that differ between the Nikon Nikkor Z 50mm F1.2 S and the Zeiss Otus ML 50mm f/1.4
	Nikon Nikkor Z 50mm F1.2 S	Zeiss Otus ML 50mm f/1.4
Brand	Nikon	Zeiss
Max aperture	f/1.2 ½ stop faster	f/1.4
Weight	1090 g	718 g lighter
Length	150 mm	102 mm shorter
Diameter	89.5 mm	77 mm slimmer
Filter thread	82 mm	67 mm
Min focus distance	0.45 m closer	0.5 m
Max magnification	0.15× larger	0.14×
Optical design	17 elements / 15 groups	14 elements / 11 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.