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Nikon AF-S FX NIKKOR 50mm f/1.8G Lens with Auto Focus for Nikon DSLR Cameras

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Features

  • Fast, upgraded f/1.8, compact FX format prime lens. The picture angle with 35 millimeter (135) format is 47 degree and the maximum reproduction ratio is 0.15X
  • Focal length 50 millimeter, minimum focus distance 1.48 feet (0.45 meter)
  • Newly developed optical system with aspherical lens element, exclusive Nikon silent wave motor (SWM)
  • M/a focus mode switch, filter thread 58 millimeter, autofocus: Yes. Dimensions (approx.) (from the camera lens mounting flange): Approximately 2.83 inches diameter x 2.01 inches
  • Optimized for edge to edge sharpness on both fx and dx format d SLRS
  • Lens not zoomable

Description

What’s in the box: Nikon AF-S Nikkor 50mm f/1.8G Lens, 58mm Snap-On Lens Cap, LF-4 Rear Lens Cap, HB-47 Bayonet Lens Hood for AF-S 50mm f/1.4G, CL-1013 Soft Lens Case, 5-Year Warranty (1-Year International + 4-Year USA Extension).

Brand: Nikon


Focal Length Description: 50.00


Lens Type: Standard


Compatible Mountings: Nikon F (FX)


Camera Lens Description: 50 month


Product Dimensions: 2.09 x 2.83 x 2.83 inches


Item Weight: 6.5 ounces


Item model number: 2199


Batteries: 1 Lithium Ion batteries required.


Is Discontinued By Manufacturer: No


Date First Available: April 24, 2011


Department: mens


Manufacturer: Nikon


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  • Probably a great lens. My copy wasn't.
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--UPDATED REVIEW-- After a good deal of time using the 50mm f/1.4D, I decided that I wanted to pick up a quieter auto-focus lens so I decided to give the 50mm f/1.8G another shot. I'm pleased to say that the experience has been much better this time around. On my D810 and D850, it's still not wicked sharp wide open, but few lenses are on those camera. Once I stop down to around f/2.8 or so, it actually gets surprisingly sharp for such a cheap lens. I won't get into color rendition because it seems rather pointless given how much the colors get changed anyway during post-processing. Overall, I find the rendition of the lens to be rather clinical, which is to say that it's seems to focus more on accurately recording the scene in sharp detail rather than imparting "character" as some other lenses tend to do. I find this to be a good thing in a 50mm since the focal length itself tends to be one that most photographers would consider to be the "normal" focal length. Overall, this lens has been a joy to use this second time around which makes me wonder what was going on with that first copy. Maybe it got knocked around during shipping? I don't know. Either way, after experiencing what this lens is capable of offering, I felt compelled to come and update this review because it really is a great lens for the beginner and enthusiast alike that's offered a very reasonable price. -- OLD REVIEW -- Given all of the positive reviews, I probably just got a bad copy, but the lens was just unacceptably soft for me which I didn't expect since it flies in the face of most of the reviews I've read about this. As far as I could tell, it wasn't a front or back-focusing issue as micro-adjustments didn't seem to help at all and in order to get my copy as sharp as I wanted, I had to stop it down to f5.6, which just completely defeats the purpose. Ended up returning it and trying out a 50mm 1.4D which I just decided to stick with. I know I could have exchanged it and it probably would have been fine, but the whole experience just left a bad taste in my mouth. Aside from my particular issues, I can definitely say that the lens itself felt built pretty well for the price. A lot of people like to cry about how they don't make them like they used to—which usually just means that they don't make them out of metal anymore—but plastics have come a long way over the years and definitely have plenty of benefits. Most of the people that make this complaint just miss that hefty feeling, which is more of an argument of personal preference rather than an argument of the objective merits of the materials used. All materials have their pros and cons, but the materials used to construct this lens seemed more than durable enough while having the benefit of being lightweight. The autofocus responded quickly and crisply without much hunting at all. All in all, given the low cost of the lens, it's worth at least trying out. You'll probably have better luck than me. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on December 18, 2016 by Michael Jin Michael Jin

  • An Excellent Nikon 50mm f/1.8 Prime Lens at an Incredible Price
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Is it really possible to get an excellent Nikon FX-format prime lens at such a low price? Yes it is! This is the first Nikon prime lens I've had in a while, and I am completely satisfied with its performance on my Nikon Z6 using the FTZ adapter. After having used the f/ 4 stock zoom lens for a year, I'm impressed with the low light ability of this considerably faster 50mm prime lens. And of course the much shallower depth of field. If you already have a nice zoom lens and want to check out prime lenses, this 50mm f/1.8 lens is an incredibly inexpensive place to start. I've had a chance to use this lens in bright sunlight and indoor gloom, and find the picture quality to be sharp, and of high quality in general (allowing for my skill level as a photographer). I haven't run any "tests" but distortion seems to be minimal, colors accurate. Autofocus on this lens is par for the Nikon standard - not always the fastest to zero in on an accurate focus, particularly in lower light situations. This lens is quite light-weight, giving it a bit less heft than Nikon's higher end lenses. Although functionality and image quality are excellent and the build quality seems high, this lens feels less significant than the heavier higher-end lenses. Of course, the lighter weight is certainly nice when you are carrying the camera. Overall, this is an incredible high-quality lens at an incredible price. If you have a Nikon Z or Nikon FX-compatible camera, you have no reason not to buy this lens right now. Not at this price. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on January 28, 2021 by Old Coyote

  • Why I Chose 50mm (Vice 35mm or 40mm) for DX Camera
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Like others, I had to debate for my D5100 did I want 50mm, 35mm, or even the 40mm Macro. I read the reviews and finally pulled the trigger on the 50mm F1.8. So far (a few days) I love it. The lens is fast and sharp, and I really like it. I wanted a lens that I could use in-doors without a flash, and would have good image quality (pleasant pictures Bokeh/Contast/Sharpness). I also wanted a lens with nice Bokeh (background blurring). I was a bit afraid of the 35mm, I read some reviews that faces up close might look distorted (i.e. big noses). The 50mm is more 'natural' in this regard, and with the DX sensor gives the equivalent FOV of a 75mm lens - so you don't want to go much above 50mm for in-doors. Although I have not used the 35mm, I also felt that the Bokeh might not be as nice because the 35mm is a bit 'wider' than the 50mm and therefore the depth of field (what enables the Bokeh) would not be as shallow, so more of the background (and foreground) would be in 'focus', thus ruining the Bokeh. (I might be totally off base on this, but when I played around with my kit lens, it seems that a lot more was in focus with the wider angle settings.) So now I had to choose between the 50mm and the 40mm Macro. I really wanted the low-light performance and Bokeh, so not only is the 50mm a stop faster (F1.8 vs F2.8), but also provides a narrower depth of focus at the smallest F number. I also read reviews of the 40mm Macro, and felt that I would have to get too close to the subject (40mm?) to really get the Macro functionality. I will have to deal with the Macro photography at some other time. In any case, the 50mm F1.8 feels solid - it has a metal mount rather than the plastic - it feels much nicer to mount it on the D5100 rather than the kit lens. It also is an FX lens so if I ever 'upgrade' the body, I save a whopping $215 in not having to replace the lens :) [FX vs. DX debate - flame retardant suit on.] The kit includes the bag and hood. The lens is internally focusing so the filter does not turn or move as it does in the kit lens (now I can use a polarizer, and I also don't have to worry about bumping the lens element. The lens also feels pretty light-weight. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on September 8, 2014 by Mickey

  • Brand new
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First time with this camera and the lenses came brand new! Quality and picture is great. Works well. Zoom range is great as well!
Reviewed in the United States on November 7, 2024 by Haley

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