Nikon Nikkor MF 50 mm f/1.2 § 03 Head to head
Nikon Nikkor MF 50 mm f/1.2 vs Voigtlander Nokton 55 mm f/1.2 SL II S
Nikon 50mm f/1.2 has a wider field of view. Voigtlander 55mm f/1.2 has a longer reach.
Both lenses are made for the Nikon F mount: the Nikon Nikkor MF 50 mm f/1.2 is a 50mm f/1.2 prime, and the Voigtlander Nokton 55 mm f/1.2 SL II S is a 55mm f/1.2 prime. On paper the Voigtlander Nokton 55 mm f/1.2 SL II S comes out ahead, 3 advantages to 1, but which one suits you depends on what you shoot.
Nikon Nikkor MF 50 mm f/1.2 
Voigtlander Nokton 55 mm f/1.2 SL II S 01
Key differences
Why is the Nikon Nikkor MF 50 mm f/1.2 better than the Voigtlander Nokton 55 mm f/1.2 SL II S?
- Wider field of view (50mm vs 55mm)
Why is the Voigtlander Nokton 55 mm f/1.2 SL II S better than the Nikon Nikkor MF 50 mm f/1.2?
- Longer reach (55mm vs 50mm)
- 15 g lighter (365 g vs 380 g)
- Focuses 5 cm closer (0.45 m vs 0.5 m)
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Which should you buy?
- portrait For portrait photography, the Voigtlander Nokton 55 mm f/1.2 SL II S has the edge: it is 15 g lighter to carry.
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Specification
| Specification | Nikon Nikkor MF 50 mm f/1.2 | Voigtlander Nokton 55 mm f/1.2 SL II S |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 50mm | 55mm |
| 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 | 380 g (13.40 oz) | 365 g ◆ |
| Dimensions | 47.5 x 68.5 mm | 48.1 x 69 mm |
| Minimum focusing distance | 0.50 m (19.69 inches) | 0.45 m ◆ |
| Image stabilization | No | No |
| Aperture ring | Yes | Yes |
| Aperture blades | 9 | 9 |
| Optical construction | 7 elements / 6 groups | 7 elements / 6 groups |
| Filter size | 52 mm | 52 mm |
| Lens mount | Nikon F | Nikon F |
| Released | — | 2023 |
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Size
- A · Nikon
- B · Voigtlander
- 68.5 × 47.5 mm
- 69 × 48.1 mm
The Nikon Nikkor MF 50 mm f/1.2 is 15 g heavier than the Voigtlander Nokton 55 mm f/1.2 SL II S.
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Sample frames
Nikon Nikkor MF 50 mm f/1.2
Voigtlander Nokton 55 mm f/1.2 SL II S
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Video reviews
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Questions
- Which is lighter, the Nikon Nikkor MF 50 mm f/1.2 or the Voigtlander Nokton 55 mm f/1.2 SL II S?
- The Voigtlander Nokton 55 mm f/1.2 SL II S weighs 365 g, 15 g less than the Nikon Nikkor MF 50 mm f/1.2 (380 g).
- Which focuses closer, the Nikon Nikkor MF 50 mm f/1.2 or the Voigtlander Nokton 55 mm f/1.2 SL II S?
- The Voigtlander Nokton 55 mm f/1.2 SL II S focuses down to 0.45 m, against 0.5 m for the Nikon Nikkor MF 50 mm f/1.2.
- Do the Nikon Nikkor MF 50 mm f/1.2 and the Voigtlander Nokton 55 mm f/1.2 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 MF 50 mm f/1.2 or the Voigtlander Nokton 55 mm f/1.2 SL II S better for portrait photography?
- For portrait photography, the Voigtlander Nokton 55 mm f/1.2 SL II S has the edge: it is 15 g lighter to carry.
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