The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Canon RF 50mm F1.4 L VCM and the Nikon Z 50mm F1.4 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 50mm F1.4 L VCM is the longer of the two lenses at 99mm. The Nikon Z 50mm F1.4 with a length of 87mm, is 12mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Canon RF 50mm F1.4 L VCM also has a larger diameter of 77mm compared to the Nikon Z 50mm F1.4's 75mm diameter.
Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Canon RF 50mm F1.4 L VCM and Nikon Z 50mm F1.4 to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life.
Comparison image of the Canon RF 50mm F1.4 L VCM and the Nikon Z 50mm F1.4 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 F1.4 weighs 420g, 27% (160g) lighter than the Canon RF 50mm F1.4 L VCM's weight of 580g.
Filter Threads
The Canon RF 50mm F1.4 L VCM has a filter size of 67mm whereas the Nikon Z 50mm F1.4 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 67mm filters that we recommend you to consider for the Canon RF 50mm F1.4 L VCM:
And these are the 62mm filters that we recommend for the Nikon Z 50mm F1.4:
Lens Mounts
The Canon RF 50mm F1.4 L VCM has the Canon RF lens mount whereas the Nikon Z 50mm F1.4 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
Both lenses have the same focal range of
50mm and the fastest aperture of
F1.4 .
