Voigtlander APO-LANTHAR 28mm f/2 Aspherical (Nikon Z) vs Voigtlander NOKTON 40mm f/1.2 Aspherical (Nikon Z)
The bottom line
These cover different focal lengths — the Voigtlander APO-LANTHAR 28mm f/2 Aspherical (Nikon Z) is 28mm, the Voigtlander NOKTON 40mm f/1.2 Aspherical (Nikon Z) is 40mm — so they're not really substitutes. Pick by the field of view you actually need: the Voigtlander APO-LANTHAR 28mm f/2 Aspherical (Nikon Z) for standard, the Voigtlander NOKTON 40mm f/1.2 Aspherical (Nikon Z) for short-telephoto / portrait.
Choose the Voigtlander APO-LANTHAR 28mm f/2 Aspherical (Nikon Z) if…
- ✓You shoot wide — it starts at 28mm vs 40mm for landscapes, interiors and architecture.
Choose the Voigtlander NOKTON 40mm f/1.2 Aspherical (Nikon Z) if…
- ✓You want more light and background blur — f/1.2 is faster than f/2, better for low light and subject separation.
- ✓You need more reach — it goes to 40mm vs 28mm for distant subjects, wildlife and sport.
Where they differ
- ›Aperture: the Voigtlander NOKTON 40mm f/1.2 Aspherical (Nikon Z) opens to f/1.2 vs the Voigtlander APO-LANTHAR 28mm f/2 Aspherical (Nikon Z)'s f/2 — more light and shallower depth-of-field.
- ›Focal range: Voigtlander APO-LANTHAR 28mm f/2 Aspherical (Nikon Z) is 28mm, Voigtlander NOKTON 40mm f/1.2 Aspherical (Nikon Z) is 40mm — different framing and reach.
Frequently asked
Is the Voigtlander APO-LANTHAR 28mm f/2 Aspherical (Nikon Z) or the Voigtlander NOKTON 40mm f/1.2 Aspherical (Nikon Z) better?
These cover different focal lengths — the Voigtlander APO-LANTHAR 28mm f/2 Aspherical (Nikon Z) is 28mm, the Voigtlander NOKTON 40mm f/1.2 Aspherical (Nikon Z) is 40mm — so they're not really substitutes. Pick by the field of view you actually need: the Voigtlander APO-LANTHAR 28mm f/2 Aspherical (Nikon Z) for standard, the Voigtlander NOKTON 40mm f/1.2 Aspherical (Nikon Z) for short-telephoto / portrait.
Who should choose the Voigtlander APO-LANTHAR 28mm f/2 Aspherical (Nikon Z)?
Choose the Voigtlander APO-LANTHAR 28mm f/2 Aspherical (Nikon Z) if you shoot wide — it starts at 28mm vs 40mm for landscapes, interiors and architecture.
Who should choose the Voigtlander NOKTON 40mm f/1.2 Aspherical (Nikon Z)?
Choose the Voigtlander NOKTON 40mm f/1.2 Aspherical (Nikon Z) if you want more light and background blur — f/1.2 is faster than f/2, better for low light and subject separation. Choose it if you need more reach — it goes to 40mm vs 28mm for distant subjects, wildlife and sport.
What is the main difference between the Voigtlander APO-LANTHAR 28mm f/2 Aspherical (Nikon Z) and the Voigtlander NOKTON 40mm f/1.2 Aspherical (Nikon Z)?
Aperture: the Voigtlander NOKTON 40mm f/1.2 Aspherical (Nikon Z) opens to f/1.2 vs the Voigtlander APO-LANTHAR 28mm f/2 Aspherical (Nikon Z)'s f/2 — more light and shallower depth-of-field.
| Product | ||
|---|---|---|
| Optical Design | ||
| Focal Length | 28mm | 40mm |
| Lens Type | Prime | Prime |
| Optical Elements | 10 | 10 |
| Optical Groups | 7 | 8 |
| Aperture & Iris | ||
| Maximum Aperture | f/2 | f/1.2 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/16 | f/16 |
| Aperture Blades | 10 | 12 |
| Rounded Aperture | Yes | Yes |
| Coverage & Angle | ||
| Format Coverage | Full-Frame | Full-Frame |
| Lens Mount | Nikon Z | Nikon Z |
| Angle of View | 75° | 57° |
| 35mm Equivalent | − | − |
| Focus | ||
| Autofocus | No | No |
| Focus Motor | − | − |
| Focus Limiter | No | No |
| AF/MF Switch | No | No |
| Min Focus Distance | 32 cm | 40 cm |
| Max Magnification | 0.17x | 0.13x |
| Stabilization & Video | ||
| Optical Stabilization | No | No |
| Aperture Ring | No | No |
| Declickable Aperture | No | No |
| Parfocal | No | No |
| Internal Zoom | No | No |
| General | ||
| Price (MSRP) | $799 | $799 |
| Filter Size | 52mm | 49mm |
| Diameter | 64.7mm | 63.3mm |
| Length | 70.3mm | 59mm |
| Weight | 286g (10.1 oz) | 287g (10.1 oz) |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
| Tripod Collar | No | No |
