Nikon AI-S Nikkor 50mm f/1.2 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.
Nikon
AI-S Nikkor 50mm f/1.2
Verdict at a glance
- Nikon AI-S Nikkor 50mm f/1.2 is faster by 1.2 stops (f/1.2 vs f/1.8), letting in more light.
| Spec | AI-S Nikkor 50mm f/1.2 | 50mm f/1.8 Auto |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Nikon | Vivitar |
| Mount | Nikon F | Nikon F |
| Type | Prime | Prime |
| Focal length | 50mm | 50mm |
| Max aperture | f/1.2 (faster) | f/1.8 |
| Format | full-frame | n/a |
| Groups | 6 | n/a |
| Af motor | none | n/a |
| Elements | 7 | n/a |
| Weight g | 340.0 | n/a |
| Filter mm | 52 | n/a |
| Length mm | 59.0 | n/a |
| Diameter mm | 70.5 | n/a |
| Min focus m | 0.6 | n/a |
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
Vivitar 50mm f/1.8 Auto
Vivitar 50mm f/1.8 Auto: a fast standard prime lens with a 50mm focal length and a maximum aperture of f/1.8, made for Nikon F mount cameras. The natural field of view suits street, documentary and everyday photography.