The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Nikon Z 50mm F1.2 S and the Canon RF 50mm F1.2L USM 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 50mm F1.2 S is the longer of the two lenses at 150mm. The Canon RF 50mm F1.2L USM with a length of 108mm, is 42mm shorter. On the other hand, there is no difference between the max diameters of these lenses, both coming at 90mm.
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Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Nikon Z 50mm F1.2 S and Canon RF 50mm F1.2L USM to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life.
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 50mm F1.2L USM weighs 950g, 12% (140g) lighter than the Nikon Z 50mm F1.2 S's weight of 1090g.
Filter Threads
The Nikon Z 50mm F1.2 S has a filter size of 82mm whereas the Canon RF 50mm F1.2L USM has a 77mm 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 50mm F1.2 S:
And these are the 77mm filters that we recommend for the Canon RF 50mm F1.2L USM:
Lens Mounts
The Nikon Z 50mm F1.2 S has the Nikon Z lens mount whereas the Canon RF 50mm F1.2L USM has the Canon RF lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Nikon Zf, Nikon Z8 and Nikon Z30 for the Nikon Z Mount and Canon R100, Canon R8 and Canon R50 for the Canon RF Mount.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
50mm and the fastest aperture of
F1.2.