The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Voigtlander 58mm F1.4 SL II and the Nikon 58mm f1.4G 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 58mm f1.4G is the longer of the two lenses at 70mm. The Voigtlander 58mm F1.4 SL II with a length of 48mm, is 22mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Nikon 58mm f1.4G also has a larger diameter of 85mm compared to the Voigtlander 58mm F1.4 SL II's 64mm diameter.
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. Voigtlander 58mm F1.4 SL II weighs 320g, which means it is 65g (16%) lighter than the Nikon 58mm f1.4G which has a weight of 385g.
Below you can find the dimension and weight table of the Standard Prime Lenses in Nikon F (FX) Mount for size comparison purposes.
Standard Lenses in Nikon F (FX) Mount for Size Comparison
Filter Threads
The Voigtlander 58mm F1.4 SL II has a filter size of 58mm whereas the Nikon 58mm f1.4G has a 72mm diameter. Larger filters are generally more expensive than the smaller ones given all the other features are equal.
Below are links to the 58mm filters that we recommend you to consider for the Voigtlander 58mm F1.4 SL II:
And these are the 72mm filters that we recommend for the Nikon 58mm f1.4G:
Lens Mounts
Both the Voigtlander 58mm F1.4 SL II and the Nikon 58mm f1.4G has the same Nikon F (FX) lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Nikon F (FX) lenses are Nikon D6, Nikon D780 and Nikon D3500.
Voigtlander 58mm F1.4 SL II is also available in Pentax KAF mount.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
58mm and the fastest aperture of
F1.4.