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Nikon NIKKOR Z 50mm f/1.4 vs Nikon NIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.2 S

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NikonNIKKOR Z 50mm f/1.4NikonNIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.2 S
Overview
ReleasedSeptember 2024March 2023
Optics
Lens typePrimePrime
Focal length50 mm85 mm
Maximum aperturef/1.4f/1.2
Minimum aperturef/16f/16
Optical construction10 elements in seven groups; internal focusingFifteen elements in ten groups
Special elementsOne aspherical elementOne ED and two aspherical elements
Coatings–Nano Crystal Coat
Aperture detailf/1.4–16f/1.2–16
DiaphragmNine rounded bladesEleven rounded blades
Angle of viewFX 47°; DX 31°30′FX 28°30′; DX 18°50′
Mount and compatibility
MountsNikon Z mountNikon Z mount
Image circleFull frameFull frame
CompatibilityNative Nikon Z mount; FX/full-frame image circle, also usable on DX camerasNikon 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 distance0.37 m0.85 m
Maximum magnification0.17×0.11×
Optical stabilisationNoNo
Autofocus detailMulti-focusing system; stepping motors; automatic or manual focusingMulti-focusing system with two stepping motors moving two focusing groups in synchronisation
Focus distance detailMinimum 0.37 m from focal plane; no separate AF/manual distance publishedInternal focusing, minimum 0.85 m; manual override during autofocus. Linear manual focusing supported on selected cameras according to Nikon's announcement
Magnification detailMaximum 0.17×Maximum 0.11×
Stabilisation detailNo optical VR, as confirmed by Amateur Photographer; camera-body stabilisation depends on the bodyNo optical VR, as Digital Camera World confirms; compatible cameras can provide in-body stabilisation
Video featuresSuppressed focus breathing, quiet focusing and clickless control ringQuiet operation, stable aperture transitions and reduced focus breathing. Nikon cautions that breathing may still be noticeable depending on subject distance
Design
Dust and moisture resistantYesYes
Filter diameter62 mm82 mm
Maximum diameter74.5 mm102.5 mm
Length86.5 mm141.5 mm
Weight420 g1,160 g
ControlsSeparate manual focus and customisable control rings; no physical AF/manual switch or function buttons, as confirmed by Amateur PhotographerFocus ring, independent programmable control ring, L-Fn button and A/M switch; no OLED information display, as both reviews note
Zoom designInternal focusing keeps lens length unchanged–
Filter detail62 mm screw-in filters, 0.75 mm pitch82 mm screw-in filters, 0.75 mm pitch
Weather resistanceDesigned for dust and moisture resistance; resistance is not guaranteed under every conditionMagnesium-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 74.5 mm maximum diameter × 86.5 mm from mount flangeApproximately 102.5 mm maximum diameter × 141.5 mm from the lens mount flange
Weight detailApproximately 420 gApproximately 1160 g
Lens hoodHB-115 includedHB-106 included
In the boxLC-62B front cap, LF-N1 rear cap and HB-115 hoodLC-82B front cap, LF-N1 rear cap, HB-106 hood and CL-C2 case
Release detailNikon 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 predecessorNikon 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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