OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 45mm f/1.2 PRO 45mm
Nikon NIKKOR 20059 18-55mm
What Buyers Say
OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 45mm f/1.2 PRO 45mm
The OM System 45mm f/1.2 PRO lens receives glowing praise for its stunning bokeh and sharpness, especially at f/1.2. Users highlight its compact size compared to full-frame equivalents and its value for portrait photography. However, it lacks in-camera focus stacking support and is not compatible with the Olympus 1.4x teleconverter.
Pros
- Stunning bokeh effect
- Sharp at f/1.2
- Compact size for equivalent focal length
- Good value for portrait photography
- Fast and accurate eye autofocus
Cons
- No in-camera focus stacking support
- Not compatible with Olympus 1.4x teleconverter
- Expensive initial price
Nikon NIKKOR 20059 18-55mm
This Nikon 18-55mm lens is widely praised for its sharpness, light weight, and excellent value for money, especially as a kit lens. Users highlight its vivid colors and quiet autofocus, though some note the plastic build feels fragile and the barrel can wobble at extended focal lengths. Overall, it's considered a fantastic starter lens that outperforms its modest price point.
Pros
- Sharp image quality
- Lightweight and portable
- Excellent value for money
- Vivid color reproduction
- Quiet autofocus
Cons
- Plastic build feels fragile
- Barrel wobbles at extended focal lengths
- No image stabilization
- Loose tolerances can affect focus
Scores
Specifications
| OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 45mm f/1.2 PRO 45mm | Nikon NIKKOR 20059 18-55mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | prime | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 45 mm | 18 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 45 mm | 55 mm |
| Elements | 14 | 7 |
| Groups | 10 | 5 |
| Aspherical Elements | 1 | 2★ |
| ED Elements | 1 | 1 |
| Coating | Z Coating Nano | Super Integrated Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/16 | f/3.5 |
| Min Aperture | f/1.2 | 3.5-5.6 |
| Constant | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9★ | 7 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Micro Four Thirds | Nikon F |
| Format | micro-four-thirds | APS-C★ |
| Weather Sealed | ✓★ | — |
| Weight | 0.41 kg | 0.20 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 62 mm | 55 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Auto Focus | pulse stepping motor★ |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Stabilization Stops | — | 4 stops★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 500 mm | 55 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 1:10★ | — |
Pros & Cons
OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 45mm f/1.2 PRO 45mm
- Strong user sentiment (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Strong build (76th percentile)
- Strong optical (74th percentile)
- Below average social proof (8th percentile)8th %ile
- Below average versatility (33rd percentile)
- Below average stabilization (34th percentile)
Nikon NIKKOR 20059 18-55mm
- Strong macro (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong stabilization (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong af (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong build (84th percentile)84th %ile
Pricing
Nikon NIKKOR 20059 18-55mm offers 20.3x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 97 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 7 of 22 specs.
