The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Nikon Z 58mm F0.95 S Noct 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 58mm F0.95 S Noct is the longer of the two lenses at 153mm. The Canon RF 50mm F1.2L USM with a length of 108mm, is 45mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Nikon Z 58mm F0.95 S Noct also has a larger diameter of 102mm compared to the Canon RF 50mm F1.2L USM's 90mm diameter.
Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Nikon Z 58mm F0.95 S Noct and Canon RF 50mm F1.2L USM to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life.
Comparison image of the Nikon Z 58mm F0.95 S Noct and the Canon RF 50mm F1.2L USM 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 50mm F1.2L USM weighs 950g, 52% (1050g) lighter than the Nikon Z 58mm F0.95 S Noct's weight of 2000g.
Filter Threads
The Nikon Z 58mm F0.95 S Noct 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 58mm F0.95 S Noct:
And these are the 77mm filters that we recommend for the Canon RF 50mm F1.2L USM:
Lens Mounts
The Nikon Z 58mm F0.95 S Noct 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 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 58mm F0.95 S Noct is a prime lens with fixed focal lenght of 58mm. When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.5x crop, it provides a 35mm (FF) equivalent of
87mm .
On the other hand, the Canon RF 50mm F1.2L USM is a prime lens with fixed focal lenght of 50mm. When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.6x crop, it provides a 35mm (FF) equivalent of 80mm .
