Carl Zeiss Otus ML 50 mm f/1.4 vs Nikon Nikkor Z MC 50 mm f/2.8
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| Compare | Fastest Aperture | Lightest |
|---|---|---|
| Mount | ||
| Sensor Size | Full Frame | Full Frame |
| Best For | Portrait | Portrait Macro Street |
Optical Specifications | ||
| Focal Length | 50 mm | 50 mm |
| Aperture | f/1.4 | f/2.8-22 |
| Aperture Blades | 10 | 9 |
Features | ||
| Autofocus | Yes | No |
| Image Stabilization | No | No |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
Close-up Performance | ||
| Min. Focus Distance | 0.5 m | 0.16 m |
| Max. Magnification | - | 1x |
Physical Specifications | ||
| Weight | 677 g | 260 g |
| Length | 77.4 mm | 66 mm |
| Diameter | 100 mm | 74.5 mm |
| Filter Thread | 67 mm | 46 mm |
Price & Availability | ||
| Release Year | 2025 | 2021 |
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Comparing Carl Zeiss Otus ML 50 mm f/1.4 (50 mm, f/1.4) and Nikon Nikkor Z MC 50 mm f/2.8 (50 mm, f/2.8-22).
Nikon Nikkor Z MC 50 mm f/2.8 is the lightest at 260 g, Carl Zeiss Otus ML 50 mm f/1.4 weighs 677 g.
Carl Zeiss Otus ML 50 mm f/1.4 offers the fastest maximum aperture at f/1.4, allowing for better low-light performance and shallower depth of field.
Nikon Nikkor Z MC 50 mm f/2.8 can focus closest at 0.16 m minimum focus distance.
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