Request a product

Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 28mm f/1.4E ED vs Nikon NIKKOR Z 50mm f/1.4

Every spec side by side, from each maker's published figures.

Better figure, where one is clearly better

NikonAF-S NIKKOR 28mm f/1.4E EDNikonNIKKOR Z 50mm f/1.4
Overview
ReleasedJune 2017September 2024
Optics
Lens typePrimePrime
Focal length28 mm50 mm
Maximum aperturef/1.4f/1.4
Minimum aperturef/16f/16
Optical construction14 elements in 11 groups10 elements in seven groups; internal focusing
Special elementsTwo ED glass elements and three aspherical elementsOne aspherical element
CoatingsNano Crystal Coat and fluorine coating–
Aperture detailE-type electromagnetic automatic diaphragmf/1.4–16
DiaphragmNine rounded bladesNine rounded blades
Angle of viewFX 75°; DX 53°FX 47°; DX 31°30′
Mount and compatibility
MountsNikon F mountNikon Z mount
Image circleFull frameFull frame
CompatibilityNikon F-mount E-type CPU lens; ePHOTOzine notes that electronic aperture control requires a compatible later camera body. Phillip Reeve tested autofocus successfully on a Nikon Zf through the FTZ II adapterNative Nikon Z mount; FX/full-frame image circle, also usable on DX cameras
Focus and stabilisation
AutofocusYesYes
Minimum focus distance0.28 m0.37 m
Maximum magnification0.17×0.17×
Optical stabilisationNoNo
Autofocus detailRear focusing with Silent Wave Motor and manual override; Nikon Japan specifies rear focusing rather than generic internal focusingMulti-focusing system; stepping motors; automatic or manual focusing
Focus distance detailMinimum focus 0.28 m from the focal planeMinimum 0.37 m from focal plane; no separate AF/manual distance published
Magnification detailMaker maximum 0.17×; Phillip Reeve's measured 1:5.5 is a test result, not the maker specificationMaximum 0.17×
Stabilisation detailNo optical VR, confirmed by ePHOTOzineNo optical VR, as confirmed by Amateur Photographer; camera-body stabilisation depends on the body
Video features–Suppressed focus breathing, quiet focusing and clickless control ring
Design
Dust and moisture resistantYesYes
Filter diameter77 mm62 mm
Maximum diameter83 mm74.5 mm
Length100.5 mm86.5 mm
Weight645 g420 g
ControlsDedicated focus ring, distance window and M/A–M switchSeparate manual focus and customisable control rings; no physical AF/manual switch or function buttons, as confirmed by Amateur Photographer
Zoom design–Internal focusing keeps lens length unchanged
Filter detail–62 mm screw-in filters, 0.75 mm pitch
Weather resistanceNikon specifies dust- and drip-resistant construction; fluorine coating repels water, dust and dirt. No waterproof or IP rating is claimedDesigned for dust and moisture resistance; resistance is not guaranteed under every condition
Dimensions detailApproximately 83 mm maximum diameter × 100.5 mm from the mountApproximately 74.5 mm maximum diameter × 86.5 mm from mount flange
Weight detailMaker approximately 645 g; Phillip Reeve measured 646 g without hood or capsApproximately 420 g
Lens hood–HB-115 included
In the boxLC-77 front cap, LF-4 rear cap, HB-83 bayonet hood and CL-1118 lens caseLC-62B front cap, LF-N1 rear cap and HB-115 hood
Release detailNikon USA stated late June 2017 availability; Nikon Japan records 30 June 2017. Month precision is retained because the US first-sale day is unspecifiedNikon USA states late September 2024 availability; earliest exact retail day and first UK day unconfirmed, so month precision retained. The co-marketed f/1.8 S is not treated as its predecessor

More comparisons