The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Nikon Z 50mm F1.4 and the Nikon Z 50mm F2.8 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 F1.4 is the longer of the two lenses at 87mm. The Nikon Z 50mm F2.8 with a length of 66mm, is 21mm shorter. On the other hand, there is no difference between the max diameters of these lenses, both coming at 75mm.
Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Nikon Z 50mm F1.4 and Nikon Z 50mm F2.8 to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life.
Comparison image of the Nikon Z 50mm F1.4 and the Nikon Z 50mm F2.8 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 F2.8 weighs 260g, 38% (160g) lighter than the Nikon Z 50mm F1.4's weight of 420g.
Filter Threads
The Nikon Z 50mm F1.4 has a filter size of 62mm whereas the Nikon Z 50mm F2.8 has a 46mm diameter. Larger filters are generally more expensive than the smaller ones given all the other features are equal.
Below are links to the 62mm filters that we recommend you to consider for the Nikon Z 50mm F1.4:
And these are the 46mm filters that we recommend for the Nikon Z 50mm F2.8:
Lens Mounts
Both the Nikon Z 50mm F1.4 and the Nikon Z 50mm F2.8 has the same Nikon Z lens mount . Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Nikon Z lenses are Nikon ZR , Nikon Z5 II and RED Komodo-X 6K Z .
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
50mm but while Nikon Z 50mm F1.4 has the fastest aperture of
F1.4 , the Nikon Z 50mm F2.8's widest aperture value is
F2.8 .
