Nikon
NIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.2 S
Nikon Z Mount
NIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.2 S — 85mm f/1.2 for Nikon Z, a popular choice in the nikon lineup.
$2,799
Launch priceReleased Apr 2023
Nikon
NIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.8 S
Nikon Z Mount
NIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.8 S — 85mm f/1.8 for Nikon Z, a popular choice in the nikon lineup.
$799
Launch priceReleased Sep 2020
NIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.2 S is 2.6 years newer.
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NIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.2 S
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NIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.8 S
1 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- BNIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.8 S has lower Min focus distance (30 cm vs 85 cm)
- BNIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.8 S has lower Weight (470 g vs 995 g)
- ANIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.2 S has lower Max aperture (Wide) (f/1.2 vs f/1.8)
- ANIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.2 S has lower Max aperture (Tele) (f/1.2 vs f/1.8)
- BNIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.8 S has higher Max magnification (0.15 × vs 0.11 ×)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
NIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.2 S
⌀103 × 141 mm
995 g (2.19 lb / 35.10 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
NIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.8 S
⌀81 × 116 mm
470 g (1.04 lb / 16.58 oz)
NIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.2 S is 25mm longer and 22mm wider than NIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.8 S.
NIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.2 S is 525 g heavier than NIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.8 S.
Diameter (⌀) is the maximum barrel width; length is measured from the mount to the front of the lens.
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose the NIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.2 S
- ✓
Special elements
Adds 3 ED, 1 Aspherical
- ✓
Control ring
Only NIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.2 S supports it
- ✓
Custom function button
Only NIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.2 S supports it
- ✓
Max aperture (Wide)
f/1.2 vs f/1.8 — lower is better
- ✓
Max aperture (Tele)
f/1.2 vs f/1.8 — lower is better
Reasons to choose the NIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.8 S
- ✓
Special elements
Adds Aspherical
- ✓
Min focus distance
30 cm vs 85 cm — lower is better
- ✓
Weight
470 g vs 995 g — lower is better
- ✓
Diameter
81 mm vs 103 mm — lower is better
- ✓
Length
116 mm vs 141 mm — lower is better
- ✓
Max magnification
0.15 × vs 0.11 × — higher is better
Shared specifications
Internal focus
Both support internal focus
Weather sealing
Both support weather sealing
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
NIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.2 S
Pros
- ✓Bright f/1.2 aperture for low light and subject separation
- ✓Prime design typically delivers strong sharpness and lighter weight
- ✓Weather-sealed construction for outdoor shooting
Cons
- –Premium price point
- –Relatively heavy for extended handheld use
NIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.8 S
Pros
- ✓Prime design typically delivers strong sharpness and lighter weight
- ✓Solid optical performance for the price tier
- ✓Native Nikon Z mount compatibility
Cons
- –Third-party or older alternatives may offer better value
Decided which one is right for you?
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Nikon NIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.2 S
Nikon NIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.8 S
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.