Voigtländer Nokton 40mm f/1.2 E vs Voigtländer Nokton 50mm f/1.2 E
Both are Sony E mount primes for standard prime and low-light — here's how the specs differ and which to pick. Every spec is from the manufacturer's own catalog.
| Spec | Voigtländer Nokton 40mm f/1.2 E | Voigtländer Nokton 50mm f/1.2 E |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 40mm | 50mm |
| Max aperture | f/1.2 | f/1.2 |
| Type | prime | prime |
| Coverage | full-frame | full-frame |
| Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
Which should you buy?
- the Voigtländer Nokton 40mm f/1.2 E (40mm) is wider — more in the frame for street and interiors; the Voigtländer Nokton 50mm f/1.2 E (50mm) is tighter — more reach and compression for portraits
Where to buy
Voigtländer Nokton 40mm f/1.2 ESee price on Amazon
Voigtländer Nokton 50mm f/1.2 ESee price on Amazon
FAQ
What's the difference between the Voigtländer Nokton 40mm f/1.2 E and the Voigtländer Nokton 50mm f/1.2 E?
The Voigtländer Nokton 40mm f/1.2 E is 40mm f/1.2 prime, full-frame; the Voigtländer Nokton 50mm f/1.2 E is 50mm f/1.2 prime, full-frame. Both fit the Sony E mount.
Do the Voigtländer Nokton 40mm f/1.2 E and Voigtländer Nokton 50mm f/1.2 E fit the same camera?
Yes — both are Sony E mount lenses, so they fit Sony a7/a9/a1 (full-frame) and a6000-series (APS-C).
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