Nikon AI-S Nikkor 50mm f/1.2 vs Nikon PC-E Micro Nikkor 45mm f/2.8D ED
Side-by-side comparison from our catalogue data. Better values are highlighted only where a clear difference exists.
Verdict at a glance
- Nikon AI-S Nikkor 50mm f/1.2 is faster by 2.4 stops (f/1.2 vs f/2.8), letting in more light.
- Nikon AI-S Nikkor 50mm f/1.2 is lighter by 400g.
- Nikon PC-E Micro Nikkor 45mm f/2.8D ED goes wider (45mm vs 50mm).
- Nikon AI-S Nikkor 50mm f/1.2 reaches further (50mm vs 45mm).
| Spec | AI-S Nikkor 50mm f/1.2 | PC-E Micro Nikkor 45mm f/2.8D ED |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Nikon | Nikon |
| Mount | Nikon F | Nikon F |
| Type | Prime | Macro |
| Focal length | 50mm | 45mm (wider) |
| Max aperture | f/1.2 (faster) | f/2.8 |
| Released | n/a | 2008 |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Groups | 6 | 8 |
| Af motor | none | none |
| Elements | 7 | 9 |
| Weight g | 340.0 (lighter) | 740 |
| Filter mm | 52 | 77 |
| Length mm | 59.0 | 112.0 |
| Diameter mm | 70.5 | 82.5 |
| Min focus m | 0.6 | 0.253 (closer focusing) |
Nikon AI-S Nikkor 50mm f/1.2
A fast manual-focus normal lens introduced in 1978, with a 7-element design and a 52mm filter thread. It weighs about 340g and focuses down to 0.6m.
Pros
- f/1.2 aperture
- Compact for f/1.2
- Smooth rendering
- 52mm filter thread
Cons
- Manual focus only
- Soft wide open
- Minimum focus of 0.6m
Nikon PC-E Micro Nikkor 45mm f/2.8D ED
This 45mm f/2.8 macro lens from Nikon fits Nikon F mount cameras, with extra-low dispersion glass. It is intended for close-up work with small subjects such as flowers and insects.