Nikon Nikkor AF-S 58 mm f/1.4G § 03 Head to head
Nikon Nikkor AF-S 58 mm f/1.4G vs Voigtlander Nokton 58 mm f/1.4 SL II S
Voigtlander 58mm f/1.4 is 65 g lighter.
Both lenses are made for the Nikon F mount: the Nikon Nikkor AF-S 58 mm f/1.4G is a 58mm f/1.4 prime, and the Voigtlander Nokton 58 mm f/1.4 SL II S is a 58mm f/1.4 prime. On paper the Voigtlander Nokton 58 mm f/1.4 SL II S comes out ahead, 5 advantages to 0, but which one suits you depends on what you shoot.
Nikon Nikkor AF-S 58 mm f/1.4G 
Voigtlander Nokton 58 mm f/1.4 SL II S 01
Key differences
Why is the Nikon Nikkor AF-S 58 mm f/1.4G better than the Voigtlander Nokton 58 mm f/1.4 SL II S?
No measurable advantage on paper.
Why is the Voigtlander Nokton 58 mm f/1.4 SL II S better than the Nikon Nikkor AF-S 58 mm f/1.4G?
- 65 g lighter (320 g vs 385 g)
- Focuses 13 cm closer (0.45 m vs 0.58 m)
- Has a physical aperture ring
- Smaller filter thread (52 mm vs 72 mm)
- Newer design (2016 vs 2013)
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Which should you buy?
- portrait For portrait photography, the Voigtlander Nokton 58 mm f/1.4 SL II S has the edge: it is 65 g lighter to carry.
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Specification
| Specification | Nikon Nikkor AF-S 58 mm f/1.4G | Voigtlander Nokton 58 mm f/1.4 SL II S |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 58mm | 58mm |
| Maximum aperture | f/1.4 | f/1.4 |
| Minimum aperture | f/16 | f/16 |
| Lens type | Prime lens | Prime lens |
| Format | Full frame | Full frame |
| Weight | 385 g (13.58 oz) | 320 g (11.29 oz) ◆ |
| Dimensions | 85 x 70 mm | 45.5 x 67.6 mm |
| Minimum focusing distance | 0.58 m (22.83 inches) | 0.45 m (17.72 inches) ◆ |
| Image stabilization | No | No |
| Aperture ring | No | Yes |
| Aperture blades | 9 | 9 |
| Optical construction | 9 elements / 6 groups | 7 elements / 6 groups |
| Filter size | 72 mm | 52 mm ◆ |
| Lens mount | Nikon F | Nikon F |
| Released | 2013 | 2016 |
| Price | $1,699.95 launch price | — |
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Size
- A · Nikon
- B · Voigtlander
- 70 × 85 mm
- 67.6 × 45.5 mm
The Nikon Nikkor AF-S 58 mm f/1.4G is 2 mm longer and 65 g heavier than the Voigtlander Nokton 58 mm f/1.4 SL II S.
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Sample frames
Nikon Nikkor AF-S 58 mm f/1.4G
Voigtlander Nokton 58 mm f/1.4 SL II S
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Video reviews
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Questions
- Which is lighter, the Nikon Nikkor AF-S 58 mm f/1.4G or the Voigtlander Nokton 58 mm f/1.4 SL II S?
- The Voigtlander Nokton 58 mm f/1.4 SL II S weighs 320 g, 65 g less than the Nikon Nikkor AF-S 58 mm f/1.4G (385 g).
- Which focuses closer, the Nikon Nikkor AF-S 58 mm f/1.4G or the Voigtlander Nokton 58 mm f/1.4 SL II S?
- The Voigtlander Nokton 58 mm f/1.4 SL II S focuses down to 0.45 m, against 0.58 m for the Nikon Nikkor AF-S 58 mm f/1.4G.
- Do the Nikon Nikkor AF-S 58 mm f/1.4G and the Voigtlander Nokton 58 mm f/1.4 SL II S have image stabilization?
- No, neither lens has optical image stabilization; rely on in-body stabilization if your camera has it.
- Is the Nikon Nikkor AF-S 58 mm f/1.4G or the Voigtlander Nokton 58 mm f/1.4 SL II S better for portrait photography?
- For portrait photography, the Voigtlander Nokton 58 mm f/1.4 SL II S has the edge: it is 65 g lighter to carry.
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