Vivitar 50mm f/1.4 Auto vs Vivitar 50mm f/1.8 Auto
Side-by-side comparison from our catalogue data. Better values are highlighted only where a clear difference exists.
Verdict at a glance
- Vivitar 50mm f/1.4 Auto is faster by 0.7 stops (f/1.4 vs f/1.8), letting in more light.
| Spec | 50mm f/1.4 Auto | 50mm f/1.8 Auto |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Vivitar | Vivitar |
| Mount | Minolta MD | Minolta MD |
| Type | Prime | Prime |
| Focal length | 50mm | 50mm |
| Max aperture | f/1.4 (faster) | f/1.8 |
Vivitar 50mm f/1.4 Auto
Vivitar 50mm f/1.4 Auto: a fast manual-focus standard prime lens with a 50mm focal length and a maximum aperture of f/1.4, made for Minolta MD mount cameras. The natural field of view suits street, documentary and everyday photography.
Vivitar 50mm f/1.8 Auto
Vivitar 50mm f/1.8 Auto: a fast manual-focus standard prime lens with a 50mm focal length and a maximum aperture of f/1.8, made for Minolta MD mount cameras. The natural field of view suits street, documentary and everyday photography.