Nikon Nikkor Z 50mm F1.2 S vs Voigtlander Nokton 50mm F1 Aspherical

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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Voigtlander

Nokton 50mm F1 Aspherical

f/1598 gMF

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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 Voigtlander Nokton 50mm F1 Aspherical if

You need ½ stop more light for low light or background blur (f/1 vs f/1.2)
You want the lighter lens to carry: 492 g lighter (598 g vs 1090 g)
You want a compact lens: 66.6 mm vs 150 mm long

Spec differences

11 differences

Specifications that differ between the Nikon Nikkor Z 50mm F1.2 S and the Voigtlander Nokton 50mm F1 Aspherical
	Nikon Nikkor Z 50mm F1.2 S	Voigtlander Nokton 50mm F1 Aspherical
Brand	Nikon	Voigtlander
Format	Full frame	not listed
Max aperture	f/1.2	f/1 ½ stop faster
Weight	1090 g	598 g lighter
Length	150 mm	66.6 mm shorter
Diameter	89.5 mm	79.3 mm slimmer
Filter thread	82 mm	62 mm
Aperture blades	not listed	12
Optical design	17 elements / 15 groups	9 elements / 7 groups
Autofocus motor	not listed	Manual focus
Released	2020	not listed

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

Mount: Nikon Z both
Type: Prime 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.