The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Viltrox 35mm f1.2 N FE and the Viltrox 35mm f1.2 Z 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. Viltrox 35mm f1.2 Z is the longer of the two lenses at 124mm. The Viltrox 35mm f1.2 N FE with a length of 122mm, is 2mm shorter. On the other hand, there is no difference between the max diameters of these lenses, both coming at 89mm.
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. Viltrox 35mm f1.2 N FE weighs 920g, which means it is 50g (5%) lighter than the Viltrox 35mm f1.2 Z which has a weight of 970g.
Filter Threads
Both the Viltrox 35mm f1.2 N FE and the Viltrox 35mm f1.2 Z 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 Viltrox 35mm f1.2 N FE has the Sony E lens mount whereas the Viltrox 35mm f1.2 Z has the Nikon Z lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Sony FX5, Sony A7R VI and Sony A7 V for the Sony E Mount and Nikon ZR, Nikon Z5 II and RED Komodo-X 6K Z for the Nikon Z Mount.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
35mm and the fastest aperture of
F1.2.
