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
Sony
FE 50mm F1.4 GM
Sony E Mount
FE 50mm F1.4 GM — 50mm f/1.4 for Sony E, a popular choice in the sony lineup.
$1,799
Launch priceReleased Feb 2023
FE 50mm F1.4 GM is 2.4 years newer.
Affiliate disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, Cameraegg earns from qualifying purchases. Cameraegg may also earn commission from B&H links, at no extra cost to you.
Wins
NIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.8 S
Wins
FE 50mm F1.4 GM
1 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- ANIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.8 S has lower Min focus distance (30 cm vs 41 cm)
- BFE 50mm F1.4 GM has lower Max aperture (Wide) (f/1.4 vs f/1.8)
- BFE 50mm F1.4 GM has lower Max aperture (Tele) (f/1.4 vs f/1.8)
- BFE 50mm F1.4 GM has lower Length (96 mm vs 116 mm)
- ANIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.8 S has lower Weight (470 g vs 516 g)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this lens size diff to shareNIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.8 S
⌀81 × 116 mm
470 g (1.04 lb / 16.58 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
FE 50mm F1.4 GM
⌀81 × 96 mm
516 g (1.14 lb / 18.20 oz)
NIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.8 S is 20mm longer than FE 50mm F1.4 GM.
NIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.8 S is 46 g lighter than FE 50mm F1.4 GM.
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/1.8 S
- ✓
Min focus distance
30 cm vs 41 cm — lower is better
- ✓
Weight
470 g vs 516 g — lower is better
Reasons to choose the FE 50mm F1.4 GM
- ✓
Special elements
Adds ED
- ✓
Control ring
Only FE 50mm F1.4 GM supports it
- ✓
Custom function button
Only FE 50mm F1.4 GM supports it
- ✓
Max aperture (Wide)
f/1.4 vs f/1.8 — lower is better
- ✓
Max aperture (Tele)
f/1.4 vs f/1.8 — lower is better
- ✓
Length
96 mm vs 116 mm — lower is better
- ✓
Max magnification
0.16 × vs 0.15 × — higher is better
- ✓
Diameter
80.6 mm vs 81 mm — lower 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/1.8 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
FE 50mm F1.4 GM
Pros
- ✓Bright f/1.4 aperture for low light and subject separation
- ✓Prime design typically delivers strong sharpness and lighter weight
- ✓Weather-sealed construction for outdoor shooting
Cons
- –Third-party or older alternatives may offer better value
Decided which one is right for you?
Compare live prices for the NIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.8 S and FE 50mm F1.4 GM at major authorized retailers.
Nikon NIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.8 S
Sony FE 50mm F1.4 GM
Affiliate disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, Cameraegg earns from qualifying purchases. Cameraegg may also earn commission from B&H links, at no extra cost to you.
Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed July 2026.