Lens Comparison
Nikon NIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.8 S vs Tamron 50-400mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III VC VXD (Nikon Z)
Key Differences
- Nikon NIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.8 S has a better maximum aperture (f/1.8 vs f/4.5).
- Nikon NIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.8 S has a better weight (470g (1.04 lb) vs 1130g (2.49 lb)).
- Nikon NIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.8 S has a better length (99mm vs 183.4mm).
- Tamron 50-400mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III VC VXD (Nikon Z) has a better max magnification (0.28x vs 0.12x).
- Tamron 50-400mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III VC VXD (Nikon Z) has a better min focus distance (72 cm vs 80 cm).
| Product | ||
|---|---|---|
| Optical Design | ||
| Focal Length | 85mm | 50-400mm |
| Lens Type | Prime | Zoom |
| Optical Elements | 12 | 22 |
| Optical Groups | 8 | 16 |
| Aperture & Iris | ||
| Maximum Aperture | f/1.8 | 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 | 28.5° – 28.5° | − |
| 35mm Equivalent | − | − |
| Focus | ||
| Autofocus | Yes | Yes |
| Focus Motor | Multi-focus Stepping | VXD |
| Focus Limiter | No | Yes |
| AF/MF Switch | No | Yes |
| Min Focus Distance | 80 cm | 72 cm |
| Max Magnification | 0.12x | 0.28x |
| Stabilization & Video | ||
| Optical Stabilization | No | Yes |
| Aperture Ring | No | No |
| Declickable Aperture | No | No |
| Parfocal | No | No |
| Internal Zoom | No | No |
| General | ||
| Price (MSRP) | $799 | $849 |
| Filter Size | 67mm | 82mm |
| Diameter | 75mm | 88.2mm |
| Length | 99mm | 183.4mm |
| Weight | 470g (1.04 lb) | 1130g (2.49 lb) |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Tripod Collar | No | Yes |
