Lens Details
Nikon
NIKKOR Z 50mm f/1.2 S
$2,099~
MSRP (prices vary)
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Released: December 11, 2020
Highlights
- Full-frame 50mm f/1.2 standard prime for Nikon Z, a flexible walkaround choice.
- The bright f/1.2 aperture delivers a shallow depth of field and strong low-light performance.
- Weather-sealed against dust and moisture, and it is moderately sized at 1090g.
Who it's for
The Nikon NIKKOR Z 50mm f/1.2 S is a 50mm f/1.2 prime lens — a short-telephoto / portrait option. Here's what it's best at and what to keep in mind.
Best for
- ✓Portraits and low light — a fast f/1.2 aperture for blurred backgrounds.
- ✓Outdoor and travel use — a weather-sealed build.
Keep in mind
- !Heavy at 1090g (2.40 lb) — best balanced on larger bodies or a tripod.
50mm
Focal Length
f/1.2
Max Aperture
Full-Frame
Coverage
−
Stabilized
1090g
Weight
82mm
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Full Specifications
Optical Design
| Focal Length | 50mm |
|---|---|
| Lens Type | Prime |
| Optical Elements | 17 |
| Optical Groups | 15 |
Aperture & Iris
| Maximum Aperture | f/1.2 |
|---|---|
| Minimum Aperture | f/16 |
| Aperture Blades | 11 |
| Rounded Aperture | Yes |
Coverage & Angle
| Format Coverage | Full-Frame |
|---|---|
| Lens Mount | Nikon Z |
| Angle of View | 47° – 47° |
| 35mm Equivalent | − |
Focus
| Autofocus | Yes |
|---|---|
| Focus Motor | Multi-focus Stepping |
| Focus Limiter | No |
| AF/MF Switch | Yes |
| Min Focus Distance | 45 cm |
| Max Magnification | 0.15x |
Stabilization & Video
| Optical Stabilization | No |
|---|---|
| Aperture Ring | No |
| Declickable Aperture | No |
| Parfocal | No |
| Internal Zoom | No |
General
| Price (MSRP) | $2,099 |
|---|---|
| Filter Size | 82mm |
| Diameter | 89.5mm |
| Length | 150mm |
| Weight | 1090g (2.40 lb) |
| Weather Sealed | Yes |
| Tripod Collar | No |
