Nikon
Nikon AF-S 50mm f/1.4G
Prime/zoom
82
/ 100
From $479
VS
Canon
Canon RF 800mm f/11 IS STM
Prime/Zoom
82
/ 100
From $899
Specdex verdict
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Nikon AF-S 50mm f/1.4G lands at 82 and Canon RF 800mm f/11 IS STM at 82. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick Nikon AF-S 50mm f/1.4G if…
- ✓Proven optical formula
- ✓Weather-sealing (L/GM/S)
- ✓Strong resale
Pick Canon RF 800mm f/11 IS STM if…
- ✓Fast aperture
- ✓Quiet autofocus
- ✓Weather-sealed (most)
Nikon AF-S 50mm f/1.4G 82
vs 82 Canon RF 800mm f/11 IS STM
Score breakdown
Nikon AF-S 50mm f/1.4G
82 sharpness 82
af 78
build 90
value 86
Canon RF 800mm f/11 IS STM
82 sharpness 82
af 80
build 88
value 85
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Nikon AF-S 50mm f/1.4G | Canon RF 800mm f/11 IS STM |
|---|
Nikon AF-S 50mm f/1.4G
Pros
- +Proven optical formula
- +Weather-sealing (L/GM/S)
- +Strong resale
Cons
- −Mount-specific
- −Older AF motor on some
- −Heavier than modern counterparts
Canon RF 800mm f/11 IS STM
Pros
- +Fast aperture
- +Quiet autofocus
- +Weather-sealed (most)
Cons
- −Mount-specific
- −Weight varies
- −Price scales with quality
FAQ: Nikon AF-S 50mm f/1.4G vs Canon RF 800mm f/11 IS STM
Which is better, Nikon AF-S 50mm f/1.4G or Canon RF 800mm f/11 IS STM? +
Both score 82 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Nikon AF-S 50mm f/1.4G worth the price? +
At $479, Nikon AF-S 50mm f/1.4G delivers a Specdex score of 82 — strongest in build.
Is Canon RF 800mm f/11 IS STM worth the price? +
At $899, Canon RF 800mm f/11 IS STM delivers a Specdex score of 82 — strongest in build.
Does Nikon AF-S 50mm f/1.4G or Canon RF 800mm f/11 IS STM last longer? +
Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.