Lens Comparison
Nikon NIKKOR Z 50mm f/1.4 vs Tamron 70-300mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III RXD (Nikon Z)
Key Differences
- Nikon NIKKOR Z 50mm f/1.4 has a better maximum aperture (f/1.4 vs f/4.5).
- Nikon NIKKOR Z 50mm f/1.4 has a better min focus distance (41 cm vs 80 cm).
- Nikon NIKKOR Z 50mm f/1.4 has a better weight (310g (10.9 oz) vs 545g (1.20 lb)).
- Nikon NIKKOR Z 50mm f/1.4 has a better length (86.5mm vs 148.3mm).
- Tamron 70-300mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III RXD (Nikon Z) has a better max magnification (0.32x vs 0.15x).
| Product | ||
|---|---|---|
| Optical Design | ||
| Focal Length | 50mm | 70-300mm |
| Lens Type | Prime | Zoom |
| Optical Elements | 11 | 14 |
| Optical Groups | 9 | 10 |
| Aperture & Iris | ||
| Maximum Aperture | f/1.4 | f/4.5 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/16 | f/32 |
| Aperture Blades | 9 | 9 |
| Rounded Aperture | Yes | Yes |
| Coverage & Angle | ||
| Format Coverage | Full-Frame | Full-Frame |
| Lens Mount | Nikon Z | Nikon Z |
| Angle of View | − | − |
| 35mm Equivalent | − | − |
| Focus | ||
| Autofocus | Yes | Yes |
| Focus Motor | Stepping | RXD |
| Focus Limiter | No | No |
| AF/MF Switch | No | Yes |
| Min Focus Distance | 41 cm | 80 cm |
| Max Magnification | 0.15x | 0.32x |
| Stabilization & Video | ||
| Optical Stabilization | No | No |
| Aperture Ring | No | No |
| Declickable Aperture | No | No |
| Parfocal | No | No |
| Internal Zoom | No | No |
| General | ||
| Price (MSRP) | $499 | $449 |
| Filter Size | 67mm | 67mm |
| Diameter | 72mm | 74.4mm |
| Length | 86.5mm | 148.3mm |
| Weight | 310g (10.9 oz) | 545g (1.20 lb) |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
| Tripod Collar | No | No |
