Nikon NIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.2 S 85mm
Nikon
56 Overall Score
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Canon L Advanced Two Lens Kit 17-40mm
Canon
89 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Nikon NIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.2 S 85mm
85 out of 100 high confidence 37 reviews
The Nikon NIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.2 S lens is highly praised for its exceptional sharpness, beautiful bokeh, and fast, accurate autofocus, making it a favorite for portraits and low-light photography. However, its hefty weight and large size are common drawbacks, and some users note it provides only marginal improvement over the more affordable f/1.8 version, though the f/1.2 delivers unique depth-of-field effects.
Pros
- Exceptional sharpness
- Beautiful bokeh
- Fast and accurate autofocus
- Excellent low-light performance
- Professional build quality
Cons
- Heavy and bulky
- High price point
- Plastic front filter ring
- Marginal improvement over f/1.8 version
- Requires learning curve for depth-of-field control
Sharpness 12
Bokeh 10
Autofocus performance 8
Weight and size 7
Value for money 5
Low light performance 5
Canon L Advanced Two Lens Kit 17-40mm
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Scores
Portrait
Professional
Street
Budget
Video Cinema
Macro
Travel
Wildlife Sports
Landscape
Specifications
| Nikon NIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.2 S 85mm | Canon L Advanced Two Lens Kit 17-40mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | prime | wide-angle |
| Focal Length Min | 85 mm | 17 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 85 mm | 40 mm |
| Elements | 15 | 12 |
| Groups | 10 | 9 |
| Aspherical Elements | 2 | 3★ |
| ED Elements | 1 | 1 |
| Coating | Nano Crystal Coat | Super Spectra coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/16 | f/1.4 |
| Min Aperture | f/1.2 | f/4 |
| Constant | ✓ | ✓ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 11★ | 7 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Nikon Z | Canon EF |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 1.16 kg | 0.50 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 82 mm | 77 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Dual STM★ | USM |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✗ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 850 mm | 40 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 0.11x | 0.24x★ |
Pros & Cons
Nikon NIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.2 S 85mm
- Strong social proof (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong af (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong optical (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Strong user sentiment (66th percentile)
- Below average build (23rd percentile)
- Below average macro (26th percentile)
- Below average versatility (33rd percentile)
- Below average stabilization (34th percentile)
Canon L Advanced Two Lens Kit 17-40mm
- Strong aperture (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong bokeh (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong af (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong macro (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Below average stabilization (34th percentile)
Pricing
Nikon NIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.2 S 85mm0.020score per dollar
vs
Canon L Advanced Two Lens Kit 17-40mm0.216score per dollar
Canon L Advanced Two Lens Kit 17-40mm offers 10.8x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Canon L Advanced Two Lens Kit 17-40mm
Scores 89 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 4 of 21 specs.
