Mitakon Speedmaster 85 mm f/1.2 § 03 Head to head
Mitakon Speedmaster 85 mm f/1.2 vs Nikon Nikkor Z 85mm f/1.2 S
Mitakon 85mm f/1.2 is 239 g lighter. Nikon 85mm f/1.2 focuses 20 cm closer.
The Mitakon Speedmaster 85 mm f/1.2 is an 85mm f/1.2 prime, and the Nikon Nikkor Z 85mm f/1.2 S is an 85mm f/1.2 prime. On paper the Mitakon Speedmaster 85 mm f/1.2 comes out ahead, 4 advantages to 2, but which one suits you depends on what you shoot.
Mitakon Speedmaster 85 mm f/1.2 
Nikon Nikkor Z 85mm f/1.2 S 01
Key differences
Why is the Mitakon Speedmaster 85 mm f/1.2 better than the Nikon Nikkor Z 85mm f/1.2 S?
- 239 g lighter (921 g vs 1160 g)
- 59 mm shorter (83 mm vs 141.5 mm long)
- Has a physical aperture ring
- Smaller filter thread (77 mm vs 82 mm)
Why is the Nikon Nikkor Z 85mm f/1.2 S better than the Mitakon Speedmaster 85 mm f/1.2?
- Focuses 20 cm closer (0.8 m vs 1 m)
- Newer design (2023 vs 2015)
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Which should you buy?
- portrait For portrait photography, the Mitakon Speedmaster 85 mm f/1.2 has the edge: it is 239 g lighter to carry.
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Specification
| Specification | Mitakon Speedmaster 85 mm f/1.2 | Nikon Nikkor Z 85mm f/1.2 S |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 85mm | 85mm |
| Maximum aperture | f/1.2 | f/1.2 |
| Minimum aperture | f/16 | f/16 |
| Lens type | Prime lens | Prime lens |
| Format | Full frame | Full frame |
| Weight | 921 g (32.49 oz) ◆ | 1160 g (40.87 oz) |
| Dimensions | 96 x 83 mm | 102.5 mm x 141.5 mm |
| Minimum focusing distance | 1 m (39.37 inches) | 0.80 m (2.62 ft) ◆ |
| Image stabilization | No | No |
| Weather sealing | — | Yes |
| Aperture ring | Yes | No |
| Aperture blades | 11 | 11 |
| Optical construction | 9 elements / 6 groups | 15 elements in 12 groups |
| Filter size | 77 mm ◆ | 82 mm |
| Lens mount | Canon EF, Nikon F, Sony A, Sony E, Nikon Z, Canon RF, Fujifilm G | Nikon Z |
| Released | 2015 | 2023 |
| Price | — | $2,799.95 list price |
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Size
- A · Mitakon
- B · Nikon
- 83 × 96 mm
- 141.5 × 102.5 mm
The Nikon Nikkor Z 85mm f/1.2 S is 58 mm longer and 239 g heavier than the Mitakon Speedmaster 85 mm f/1.2.
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Sample frames
Mitakon Speedmaster 85 mm f/1.2
Nikon Nikkor Z 85mm f/1.2 S
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Video reviews
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Questions
- Which is lighter, the Mitakon Speedmaster 85 mm f/1.2 or the Nikon Nikkor Z 85mm f/1.2 S?
- The Mitakon Speedmaster 85 mm f/1.2 weighs 921 g, 239 g less than the Nikon Nikkor Z 85mm f/1.2 S (1160 g).
- Which focuses closer, the Mitakon Speedmaster 85 mm f/1.2 or the Nikon Nikkor Z 85mm f/1.2 S?
- The Nikon Nikkor Z 85mm f/1.2 S focuses down to 0.8 m, against 1 m for the Mitakon Speedmaster 85 mm f/1.2.
- Do the Mitakon Speedmaster 85 mm f/1.2 and the Nikon Nikkor Z 85mm f/1.2 S have image stabilization?
- No, neither lens has optical image stabilization; rely on in-body stabilization if your camera has it.
- Is the Mitakon Speedmaster 85 mm f/1.2 or the Nikon Nikkor Z 85mm f/1.2 S better for portrait photography?
- For portrait photography, the Mitakon Speedmaster 85 mm f/1.2 has the edge: it is 239 g lighter to carry.
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