The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Nikon Z 35mm F1.2 S and the Canon RF 35mm 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. Nikon Z 35mm F1.2 S is the longer of the two lenses at 150mm. The Canon RF 35mm F1.4 with a length of 99mm, is 51mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Nikon Z 35mm F1.2 S also has a larger diameter of 90mm compared to the Canon RF 35mm F1.4's 77mm diameter.
Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Nikon Z 35mm F1.2 S and Canon RF 35mm F1.4 to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life.
Comparison image of the Nikon Z 35mm F1.2 S and the Canon RF 35mm 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. Canon RF 35mm F1.4 weighs 555g, 47% (505g) lighter than the Nikon Z 35mm F1.2 S's weight of 1060g.
Filter Threads
The Nikon Z 35mm F1.2 S has a filter size of 82mm whereas the Canon RF 35mm F1.4 has a 67mm 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 Nikon Z 35mm F1.2 S:
And these are the 67mm filters that we recommend for the Canon RF 35mm F1.4:
Lens Mounts
The Nikon Z 35mm F1.2 S has the Nikon Z lens mount whereas the Canon RF 35mm F1.4 has the Canon RF lens mount . Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Nikon ZR , Nikon Z5 II and RED Komodo-X 6K Z for the Nikon Z Mount and Canon R6 V , Canon R6 III and Canon C50 for the Canon RF Mount.
Focal Range
Nikon Z 35mm F1.2 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
52.5mm .
On the other hand, the Canon RF 35mm F1.4 is a prime lens with fixed focal lenght of 35mm. When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.6x crop, it provides a 35mm (FF) equivalent of 56mm .
