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Nikon NIKKOR Z 28mm f/2.8 vs Nikon NIKKOR Z 50mm f/1.4

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NikonNIKKOR Z 28mm f/2.8NikonNIKKOR Z 50mm f/1.4
Overview
ReleasedJuly 2021September 2024
Optics
Lens typePrimePrime
Focal length28 mm50 mm
Maximum aperturef/2.8f/1.4
Minimum aperturef/16f/16
Optical constructionNine elements in eight groups10 elements in seven groups; internal focusing
Special elementsTwo aspherical elementsOne aspherical element
Aperture detailf/2.8 maximum; f/16 minimumf/1.4–16
DiaphragmSeven rounded bladesNine rounded blades
Angle of viewFX 75°; DX 53°FX 47°; DX 31°30′
Mount and compatibility
MountsNikon Z mountNikon Z mount
Image circleFull frameFull frame
CompatibilityNikon Z mount; FX and DX cameras; DX gives the angle of view of a 42 mm lens on full frameNative Nikon Z mount; FX/full-frame image circle, also usable on DX cameras
Focus and stabilisation
AutofocusYesYes
Minimum focus distance0.19 m0.37 m
Maximum magnification0.2×0.17×
Optical stabilisationNoNo
Autofocus detailNikon multi-focusing autofocus system, designed for quiet operation and close-range accuracyMulti-focusing system; stepping motors; automatic or manual focusing
Focus distance detailInternal focusing; minimum 0.19 m measured from focal planeMinimum 0.37 m from focal plane; no separate AF/manual distance published
Magnification detailMaximum reproduction ratio 0.2×Maximum 0.17×
Stabilisation detailNo optical VR; compatible bodies can provide sensor-shift stabilisation. Original Z50 and Zfc bodies lack IBISNo optical VR, as confirmed by Amateur Photographer; camera-body stabilisation depends on the body
Video featuresNikon describes quiet operation, reduced focus breathing and stable exposure for videoSuppressed focus breathing, quiet focusing and clickless control ring
Design
Dust and moisture resistantYesYes
Filter diameter52 mm62 mm
Maximum diameter70 mm74.5 mm
Length43 mm86.5 mm
Weight155 g420 g
ControlsOne programmable focus/control ring for focus, aperture, exposure compensation or ISO; focus mode selected through the cameraSeparate 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 detail52 mm screw-in filters, 0.75 mm pitch62 mm screw-in filters, 0.75 mm pitch
Weather resistanceNikon states dust- and drip-resistant design, but does not guarantee resistance in all situations or conditionsDesigned for dust and moisture resistance; resistance is not guaranteed under every condition
Dimensions detailStandard approximately 70 × 43 mm; SE approximately 71.5 × 43 mm, measured from lens mount flangeApproximately 74.5 mm maximum diameter × 86.5 mm from mount flange
Weight detailStandard approximately 155 g; SE approximately 160 gApproximately 420 g
Lens hoodNot included; Nikon UK now lists optional HN-43 hoodHB-115 included
In the boxLC-52B front cap and LF-N1 rear cap; no supplied hood or caseLC-62B front cap, LF-N1 rear cap and HB-115 hood
Release detailNikon USA specifies late July 2021 availability of the SE lens in a Zfc kit, with separate SE sales planned for autumn. The modern standard exterior followed in December 2021. These cosmetic finishes share the same optical specification and are configurations hereNikon 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

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