Lens Comparison
Nikon NIKKOR Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR S vs Voigtlander NOKTON 50mm f/1 Aspherical (Nikon Z)
Key Differences
- Nikon NIKKOR Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR S has a better max magnification (1x vs 0.15x).
- Voigtlander NOKTON 50mm f/1 Aspherical (Nikon Z) has a better maximum aperture (f/1 vs f/2.8).
- Voigtlander NOKTON 50mm f/1 Aspherical (Nikon Z) has a better length (66.4mm vs 140mm).
- Nikon NIKKOR Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR S has a better min focus distance (29 cm vs 50 cm).
- Voigtlander NOKTON 50mm f/1 Aspherical (Nikon Z) has a better aperture blades (12 vs 9).
| Product | ||
|---|---|---|
| Optical Design | ||
| Focal Length | 105mm | 50mm |
| Lens Type | Prime | Prime |
| Optical Elements | 16 | 10 |
| Optical Groups | 11 | 8 |
| Aperture & Iris | ||
| Maximum Aperture | f/2.8 | f/1 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/32 | f/16 |
| Aperture Blades | 9 | 12 |
| Rounded Aperture | Yes | Yes |
| Coverage & Angle | ||
| Format Coverage | Full-Frame | Full-Frame |
| Lens Mount | Nikon Z | Nikon Z |
| Angle of View | 23° – 23° | − |
| 35mm Equivalent | − | − |
| Focus | ||
| Autofocus | Yes | No |
| Focus Motor | Stepping | − |
| Focus Limiter | Yes | No |
| AF/MF Switch | Yes | No |
| Min Focus Distance | 29 cm | 50 cm |
| Max Magnification | 1x | 0.15x |
| Stabilization & Video | ||
| Optical Stabilization | Yes | No |
| Aperture Ring | No | No |
| Declickable Aperture | No | No |
| Parfocal | No | No |
| Internal Zoom | No | No |
| General | ||
| Price (MSRP) | $1,099 | $1,199 |
| Filter Size | 62mm | 67mm |
| Diameter | 85mm | 70mm |
| Length | 140mm | 66.4mm |
| Weight | 630g (1.39 lb) | 530g (1.17 lb) |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | No |
| Tripod Collar | No | No |
