Nikon Z 50mm f/1.8 Svs NIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.8 S
Nikon
Nikon Z 50mm f/1.8 S (2018)
From £549
Best for Portraits & studio work
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Nikon
NIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.8 S
From £699
Best for Portraits & professional headshots
View NIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.8 S
Which should you buy?
Portraits & Studio Work — Nikon Z 50mm f/1.8 S (2018): One of the finest 50mm lenses ever made — the wide Z-mount throat enables edge-to-edge sharpness and stunning bokeh that rivals lenses twice the price.
Portraits & Professional Headshots — NIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.8 S: Optically, this is one of the finest 85mm lenses you can buy at any price. The Z-mount's large diameter allows Nikon's designers to create glass that outperforms many f/1.4 lenses from competing systems. If you own a Z-mount body and shoot portraits, this lens is the answer.
Who should buy what
NIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.8 S
- Nikon Z-mount portrait and wedding photographers
- Professional headshot photographers who demand the sharpest results
- Video creators shooting interviews or narrative content
- Photographers upgrading from DSLR 85mm glass to the Z system
Quick take: The nikon z 50mm f/1.8 s is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | Nikon Z 50mm f/1.8 S (2018) | NIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.8 S |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £549 | £699 |
| Sensor | f/1.8 (max aperture) | — |
| Video | 40cm minimum focus distance | Compatible with all Nikon Z-mount cameras |
| Autofocus | STM (Stepping Motor Actuator) — fast and near-silent | Stepping motor (STM) — near-silent for stills and video |
| Stabilisation | None (relies on body IBIS) | None (relies on body IBIS) |
| Weight | 415g | 470g |
| Dimensions | 76.0 × 86.5mm | 75mm × 99mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Mount | Nikon Z | Nikon Z-mount (full-frame and APS-C compatible) |
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