The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Carl Zeiss Planar T1,4/50 and the Nikon 50mm f1.4G 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. Carl Zeiss Planar T1,4/50 is the longer of the two lenses at 69mm. The Nikon 50mm f1.4G with a length of 54mm, is 15mm shorter. On the other hand, the Nikon 50mm f1.4G has a larger diameter of 74mm compared to the Carl Zeiss Planar T1,4/50's 66mm diameter.
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 50mm f1.4G weighs 290g, 17% (60g) lighter than the Carl Zeiss Planar T1,4/50's weight of 350g.
Below you can find the dimension and weight table of the Standard Prime Lenses in Nikon F (FX) Mount for size comparison purposes.
Standard Lenses in Nikon F (FX) Mount for Size Comparison
Filter Threads
Both the Carl Zeiss Planar T1,4/50 and the Nikon 50mm f1.4G have the same Filter thread size of 58mm.
Below are links to the 58mm filters that we recommend you to consider for these lenses:
Lens Mounts
Both the Carl Zeiss Planar T1,4/50 and the Nikon 50mm f1.4G has the same Nikon F (FX) lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Nikon F (FX) lenses are Nikon D6, Nikon D780 and Nikon D3500.
Carl Zeiss Planar T1,4/50 is also available in Canon EF and Pentax KAF mounts.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
50mm and the fastest aperture of
F1.4.