Lens Comparison
Nikon NIKKOR Z 50mm f/1.8 S vs Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 18-140mm f/3.5-6.3 VR
Key Differences
- Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 18-140mm f/3.5-6.3 VR has a better min focus distance (20 cm vs 40 cm).
- Nikon NIKKOR Z 50mm f/1.8 S has a better maximum aperture (f/1.8 vs f/3.5).
- Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 18-140mm f/3.5-6.3 VR has a better weight (315g (11.1 oz) vs 415g (14.6 oz)).
- Nikon NIKKOR Z 50mm f/1.8 S has a better aperture blades (9 vs 7).
- Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 18-140mm f/3.5-6.3 VR has a better max magnification (0.36x vs 0.15x).
| Product | ||
|---|---|---|
| Optical Design | ||
| Focal Length | 50mm | 18-140mm |
| Lens Type | Prime | Zoom |
| Optical Elements | 12 | 16 |
| Optical Groups | 9 | 11 |
| Aperture & Iris | ||
| Maximum Aperture | f/1.8 | f/3.5 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/16 | f/22 |
| Aperture Blades | 9 | 7 |
| Rounded Aperture | Yes | Yes |
| Coverage & Angle | ||
| Format Coverage | Full-Frame | APS-C |
| Lens Mount | Nikon Z | Nikon Z |
| Angle of View | 47° – 47° | − |
| 35mm Equivalent | − | 27-210mm |
| Focus | ||
| Autofocus | Yes | Yes |
| Focus Motor | Multi-focus Stepping | Stepping |
| Focus Limiter | No | No |
| AF/MF Switch | No | No |
| Min Focus Distance | 40 cm | 20 cm |
| Max Magnification | 0.15x | 0.36x |
| Stabilization & Video | ||
| Optical Stabilization | No | Yes |
| Aperture Ring | No | No |
| Declickable Aperture | No | No |
| Parfocal | No | No |
| Internal Zoom | No | No |
| General | ||
| Price (MSRP) | $599 | $599 |
| Filter Size | 62mm | 62mm |
| Diameter | 76mm | 70mm |
| Length | 86.5mm | 88.5mm |
| Weight | 415g (14.6 oz) | 315g (11.1 oz) |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | No |
| Tripod Collar | No | No |
