The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Nikon Z 70-200 F2.8 II 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 70-200 F2.8 II is the longer of the two lenses at 208mm. The Canon RF 50mm F1.2L USM with a length of 108mm, is 100mm shorter. On the other hand, there is no difference between the max diameters of these lenses, both coming at 90mm.
Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Nikon Z 70-200 F2.8 II 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 70-200 F2.8 II 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, 19% (230g) lighter than the Nikon Z 70-200 F2.8 II's weight of 1180g.
Filter Threads
Both the Nikon Z 70-200 F2.8 II and the Canon RF 50mm F1.2L USM have the same Filter thread size of 77mm .
Below are links to the 77mm filters that we recommend you to consider for these lenses:
Lens Mounts
The Nikon Z 70-200 F2.8 II 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 70-200 F2.8 II has a focal range of 70-200mm and
2.9X zoom ratio . When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.5x crop, it provides a 35mm (FF) equivalent of
105 - 300mm .
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 .
