Nikon NIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.2 S vs Voigtländer Nokton 40mm f/1.2 Aspherical
Both are Nikon Z mount primes for low-light and street — here's how the specs differ and which to pick. Every spec is from the manufacturer's own catalog.
| Spec | Nikon NIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.2 S | Voigtländer Nokton 40mm f/1.2 Aspherical |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 35mm | 40mm |
| Max aperture | f/1.2 | f/1.2 |
| Type | prime | prime |
| Coverage | full-frame | full-frame |
| Mount | Nikon Z | Nikon Z |
Which should you buy?
- the Nikon NIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.2 S (35mm) is wider — more in the frame for street and interiors; the Voigtländer Nokton 40mm f/1.2 Aspherical (40mm) is tighter — more reach and compression for portraits
- the Nikon NIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.2 S is first-party (Nikon) for guaranteed full autofocus and in-camera corrections; the Voigtländer Nokton 40mm f/1.2 Aspherical is third-party — usually the value pick
Where to buy
Nikon NIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.2 SSee price on Amazon
Voigtländer Nokton 40mm f/1.2 AsphericalSee price on Amazon
FAQ
What's the difference between the Nikon NIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.2 S and the Voigtländer Nokton 40mm f/1.2 Aspherical?
The Nikon NIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.2 S is 35mm f/1.2 prime, full-frame; the Voigtländer Nokton 40mm f/1.2 Aspherical is 40mm f/1.2 prime, full-frame. Both fit the Nikon Z mount.
Do the Nikon NIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.2 S and Voigtländer Nokton 40mm f/1.2 Aspherical fit the same camera?
Yes — both are Nikon Z mount lenses, so they fit Nikon Z series (Z6/Z7/Z8/Z9 full-frame, Z50/Zfc APS-C).
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