The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Canon RF 15-35mm F2.8L IS USM and the Nikon Z 50mm F1.8 S for their suitability to various photography scenarios:
Size and Weight Comparison The size of a lens is a crucial factor to consider when comparing two lenses. Canon RF 15-35mm F2.8L IS USM is the longer of the two lenses at 127mm. The Nikon Z 50mm F1.8 S with a length of 87mm, is 40mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Canon RF 15-35mm F2.8L IS USM also has a larger diameter of 89mm compared to the Nikon Z 50mm F1.8 S's 76mm diameter.
Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Canon RF 15-35mm F2.8L IS USM and Nikon Z 50mm F1.8 S to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life.
Comparison image of the Canon RF 15-35mm F2.8L IS USM and the Nikon Z 50mm F1.8 S Size and Weight The weight of a lens is equally significant as its external dimensions, particularly if you intend to handhold your camera and lens combination for extended periods. Nikon Z 50mm F1.8 S weighs 415g, 50% (425g) lighter than the Canon RF 15-35mm F2.8L IS USM's weight of 840g.
Filter Threads
The Canon RF 15-35mm F2.8L IS USM has a filter size of 82mm whereas the Nikon Z 50mm F1.8 S has a 62mm diameter. Larger filters are generally more expensive than the smaller ones given all the other features are equal.
Below are links to the 82mm filters that we recommend you to consider for the Canon RF 15-35mm F2.8L IS USM:
And these are the 62mm filters that we recommend for the Nikon Z 50mm F1.8 S:
Lens Mounts
The Canon RF 15-35mm F2.8L IS USM has the Canon RF lens mount whereas the Nikon Z 50mm F1.8 S has the Nikon Z lens mount . Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Canon R6 V , Canon R6 III and Canon C50 for the Canon RF Mount and Nikon ZR , Nikon Z5 II and RED Komodo-X 6K Z for the Nikon Z Mount.
Focal Range
Canon RF 15-35mm F2.8L IS USM has a focal range of 15-35mm and
2.3X zoom ratio . When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.6x crop, it provides a 35mm (FF) equivalent of
24 - 56mm .
On the other hand, the Nikon Z 50mm F1.8 S is a prime lens with fixed focal lenght of 50mm. When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.5x crop, it provides a 35mm (FF) equivalent of 75mm .
