Nikon Nikkor MF 55 mm f/2.8 Micro vs Carl Zeiss Otus 55 mm f/1.4 ZE/ZF.2
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| Compare | Lightest | Fastest Aperture |
|---|---|---|
| Mount | ||
| Sensor Size | Full Frame | Full Frame |
| Best For | Portrait | Portrait |
Price & Availability | ||
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Optical Specifications | ||
| Focal Length | 55 mm | 55 mm |
| Aperture | f/2.8 | f/1.4 |
| Aperture Blades | - | 9 |
Features | ||
| Autofocus | No | Yes |
| Image Stabilization | No | No |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
Close-up Performance | ||
| Min. Focus Distance | - | 0.5 m |
| Max. Magnification | - | - |
Physical Specifications | ||
| Weight | 285 g | 970 g |
| Length | 60.9 mm | 141 mm |
| Diameter | 63.5 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Filter Thread | 52 mm | 77 mm |
Price & Availability | ||
| Release Year | 1979 | 2013 |
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Comparing Nikon Nikkor MF 55 mm f/2.8 Micro (55 mm, f/2.8) and Carl Zeiss Otus 55 mm f/1.4 ZE/ZF.2 (55 mm, f/1.4).
Nikon Nikkor MF 55 mm f/2.8 Micro is the lightest at 285 g, Carl Zeiss Otus 55 mm f/1.4 ZE/ZF.2 weighs 970 g.
Carl Zeiss Otus 55 mm f/1.4 ZE/ZF.2 offers the fastest maximum aperture at f/1.4, allowing for better low-light performance and shallower depth of field.
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