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Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 85mm f/1.4G vs Nikon NIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.2 S

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NikonAF-S NIKKOR 85mm f/1.4GNikonNIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.2 S
Overview
ReleasedSeptember 2010March 2023
Optics
Lens typePrimePrime
Focal length85 mm85 mm
Maximum aperturef/1.4f/1.2
Minimum aperturef/16f/16
Optical constructionTen elements in nine groupsFifteen elements in ten groups
Special elements–One ED and two aspherical elements
CoatingsNano Crystal CoatNano Crystal Coat
Aperture detail–f/1.2–16
DiaphragmNine rounded bladesEleven rounded blades
Angle of viewFX 28°30′; DX 18°50′FX 28°30′; DX 18°50′
Mount and compatibility
MountsNikon F mountNikon Z mount
Image circleFull frameFull frame
CompatibilityNikon F-mount G-type lens covering FX and DX; Digital Camera World confirms use on Z bodies through FTZ or FTZ IINikon Z mount; full-frame FX and DX cameras
Image circle detail–Physical 85 mm focal length; 127.5 mm full-frame-equivalent angle of view on DX, as both reviews note
Focus and stabilisation
AutofocusYesYes
Minimum focus distance0.85 m0.85 m
Maximum magnification0.12×0.11×
Optical stabilisationNoNo
Autofocus detailSilent Wave Motor autofocus with M/A manual-priority autofocus and M manual focus modesMulti-focusing system with two stepping motors moving two focusing groups in synchronisation
Focus distance detailInternal focusing keeps the barrel length unchanged; minimum focus 0.85 mInternal focusing, minimum 0.85 m; manual override during autofocus. Linear manual focusing supported on selected cameras according to Nikon's announcement
Magnification detail–Maximum 0.11×
Stabilisation detailNo optical VR, confirmed by both reviewsNo optical VR, as Digital Camera World confirms; compatible cameras can provide in-body stabilisation
Video features–Quiet operation, stable aperture transitions and reduced focus breathing. Nikon cautions that breathing may still be noticeable depending on subject distance
Design
Dust and moisture resistant–Yes
Filter diameter77 mm82 mm
Maximum diameter86.5 mm102.5 mm
Length84 mm141.5 mm
Weight595 g1,160 g
ControlsManual focus ring, distance window and M/A–M switch; no aperture ringFocus ring, independent programmable control ring, L-Fn button and A/M switch; no OLED information display, as both reviews note
Filter detail–82 mm screw-in filters, 0.75 mm pitch
Weather resistanceBoth reviews identify a seal at the lens mount; no general maker weather-protection claim is assignedMagnesium-alloy body with seals around moving parts and the mount. Nikon says dust and drip resistance is not guaranteed in every situation or condition
Dimensions detailApproximately 86.5 mm maximum diameter × 84 mm from the mountApproximately 102.5 mm maximum diameter × 141.5 mm from the lens mount flange
Weight detail–Approximately 1160 g
Lens hood–HB-106 included
In the boxLC-77 front cap, LF-1 rear cap, HB-55 bayonet hood and CL-1118 flexible lens pouch, as listed by Nikon UKLC-82B front cap, LF-N1 rear cap, HB-106 hood and CL-C2 case
Release detailNikon's original US announcement specifies availability starting September 2010. Its heading appends ED to the model name, but the exact UK product name and optical table omit ED; no ED element is assignedNikon USA's February 2023 announcement states late March availability. Exact earliest global and first UK retail day are unconfirmed, so month precision retained

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