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Nikon Nikkor Z 50mm F1.2 S

Nikon Z (DX/FX) Autofocus

Nikon Nikkor Z 50mm F1.2 S

Focal length
50 mm
Aperture
f/1.2
Weight
1090 g
Filter diameter
82 mm
Min. focus distance
45 cm
Length
150 mm

At a Glance

The Nikkor Z 50mm F1.2 S is a standard prime for full-frame Nikon Z with a very wide f/1.2 aperture, which allows short shutter times in dim light and shallow depth of field. It weighs 1.09 kg, making it heavy. Minimum focus distance is 45 cm, for 0.15x magnification. It suits everyday shooting, street and low light.

Good for

  • Everyday
  • Street
  • Low light

Worth knowing

  • At 1.1 kg it is heavy: a monopod or tripod helps for longer sessions.

Derived from the manufacturer data, not from our own tests. How we check

Technical Specifications

Min. focal length
50 mm
Max. focal length
50 mm
Max. aperture (min. zoom)
f/1.2
Max. aperture (max. zoom)
f/1.2
Min. aperture
f/16
Elements
17
Groups
15
Weight
1,090 g (2.4 lb)
Filter diameter
82 mm
Min. focus distance
45 cm (17.72 in)
Max. magnification
1:6.7 (0.15×)
Length
150 mm (5.91 in)
Diameter
89.5 mm (3.52 in)
Released
December 2020

Manufacturer data: imaging.nikon.com, nikon.com

Last checked: October 13, 2026 (against the manufacturer data) · How we check

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Compare with other lenses

Which cameras does the Nikon Nikkor Z 50mm F1.2 S fit?

The Nikon Nikkor Z 50mm F1.2 S is a full-frame lens for Nikon Z cameras. On full-frame bodies it uses the whole sensor; on APS-C Nikon Z cameras its field of view equals 75 mm in full-frame terms.

Nikon Z cameras

Nikon Nikkor Z 50mm F1.2 S compared

Key specs side by side with the most similar Nikon Z lenses.

LensNikon Nikkor Z 50mm F1.2 SSongRaw AF 50mm F1.2 MoonlitNikon Nikkor Z 50mm F1.4Viltrox AF 50mm F1.4 Pro
Focal length50 mm50 mm50 mm50 mm
Max. aperturef/1.2f/1.2f/1.4f/1.4
Weight1,090 g900 g420 g830 g
Filter diameter82 mm72 mm62 mm77 mm
Min. focus distance45 cm52 cm37 cm45 cm
Length150 mm129 mm86.5 mm113 mm
Autofocusyesyesyesyes
Image stabilizationnononono
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Nikon Nikkor Z 50mm F1.2 S: FAQ

Does the Nikon Nikkor Z 50mm F1.2 S have autofocus?

Yes, the Nikon Nikkor Z 50mm F1.2 S has autofocus.

Does the Nikon Nikkor Z 50mm F1.2 S have image stabilization?

No, the Nikon Nikkor Z 50mm F1.2 S has no stabilization of its own. On cameras with in-body image stabilization (IBIS) the image is still stabilized.

How much does the Nikon Nikkor Z 50mm F1.2 S weigh?

The Nikon Nikkor Z 50mm F1.2 S weighs 1,090 g. It is 150 mm long with a diameter of 89.5 mm.

What filter size does the Nikon Nikkor Z 50mm F1.2 S use?

The Nikon Nikkor Z 50mm F1.2 S takes 82 mm screw-in filters.

How close can the Nikon Nikkor Z 50mm F1.2 S focus?

The minimum focus distance of the Nikon Nikkor Z 50mm F1.2 S is 45 cm, measured from the sensor plane.

Is the Nikon Nikkor Z 50mm F1.2 S a full-frame lens?

Yes, the Nikon Nikkor Z 50mm F1.2 S covers full frame. On APS-C cameras its field of view equals 75 mm in full-frame terms.

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