Nikon Z MC 50mm F2.8 vs Nikon Z 50mm F1.8 S
This is a full comparison between the lenses Nikon Z MC 50mm F2.8 and Nikon Z 50mm F1.8 S.
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Product |
Nikon Z MC 50mm F2.8 |
Nikon Z 50mm F1.8 S |
| Name | Nikon Z MC 50mm F2.8 | Nikon Z 50mm F1.8 S |
| Also known as | Nikon Nikkor Z MC 50mm F2.8 | Nikon Nikkor Z 50mm F1.8 S |
| Manufacturer | Nikon | Nikon |
| SKU | 20103 | 20083 |
Release Date and Price |
Nikon Z MC 50mm F2.8 |
Nikon Z 50mm F1.8 S |
| Release Year | 2021 | 2018 |
| Release Date | 2021-06-02 | 2018-08-23 |
| MSRP | N/A | N/A |
| Last known price | 597 USD | 526 USD |
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Lens Type |
Nikon Z MC 50mm F2.8 |
Nikon Z 50mm F1.8 S |
| Lens Type |
Standard / Normal Macro |
Standard / Normal |
| Zoom or Prime | Prime lens (no zoom) | Prime lens (no zoom) |
Mount and Compatibility |
Nikon Z MC 50mm F2.8 |
Nikon Z 50mm F1.8 S |
| Mount | Nikon Z | Nikon Z |
| Designed for APS-C sensor | No (Suitable for all sensors) | No (Suitable for all sensors) |
Focus |
Nikon Z MC 50mm F2.8 |
Nikon Z 50mm F1.8 S |
| Autofocus (AF) | Yes | Yes |
| Built-in Autofocus (AF) Motor | Yes | Yes |
| Motor Type | Stepper Motor | Stepper Motor |
| Focus Method | No information | No information |
| Closest Focusing Distance | 16 cm | 40 cm |
| Maximum Magnification | 1 | 0,15 |
| Macro 1:1 | Yes | No (No Macro lens) |
| Macro Scale | 1 | |
Aperture |
Nikon Z MC 50mm F2.8 |
Nikon Z 50mm F1.8 S |
| Maximum Aperture | F2,8 | F1,8 |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 | 9 |
Optics |
Nikon Z MC 50mm F2.8 |
Nikon Z 50mm F1.8 S |
| Construction | 10 elements / 7 groups | 12 elements / 9 groups |
| Special Elements/Coatings | No information | 2 aspherical + 2 ED elements, Nano Crystal Coat |
Focal Length |
Nikon Z MC 50mm F2.8 |
Nikon Z 50mm F1.8 S |
| Focal Length | 50 mm | 50 mm |
| Zoom Range | None (Prime lens) No Zoom available. |
None (Prime lens) No Zoom available. |
| Built-in Teleconverter | No | No |
| Teleconverter Multiplier | N/A | N/A |
| Image Stabilization | No | No |
| Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | N/A | N/A |
Physical |
Nikon Z MC 50mm F2.8 |
Nikon Z 50mm F1.8 S |
| Weather Sealing | Yes | Yes |
| Diameter | 75 mm | 76 mm |
| Length | 66 mm | 87 mm |
| Weight | 260 gr | 415 gr |
Other |
Nikon Z MC 50mm F2.8 |
Nikon Z 50mm F1.8 S |
| Filter Type | Filter Thread | Filter Thread |
| Filter Diameter | 46 mm | 62 mm |
| Lens Hood | Included | Included |
| Lens Hood SKU | HN-41 | HB-90 |
| Tripod Collar | N/A | N/A |
| Tripod Collar SKU | N/A | N/A |