Nikon Normal AF Nikkor 50mm f/1.8D Autofocus Lens USA

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  • Mfr# 2137

AF not supported by D40 and D60, D3100, D3000, D5000 cameras

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A supremely lightweight lens that offers the more economical f/1.8 aperture (compared to the 50mm f/1.4 D), yet still retains the great advantages of the D distance technology. Ideal for scenery or full-length portraits. Weighs just 0.34 lb, making it great for travel while still offering excellent low light gathering properties. Stops down to f/22 for wonderful control of depth of field. Accepts 52mm filters and the HR-2 lens hood.

Note! AF not supported by D40 and D60, D3100, D3000, D5000 cameras

Performance
Focal Length 50 mm
Aperture Maximum: f/1.8
Minimum: f/22
Camera Mount Type Nikon F
Format Compatibility Nikon FX/35mm Film
Nikon DX
Angle of View 46°
DX Picture Angle: 31°
Minimum Focus Distance 1.5' (45.72 cm)
Magnification 0.15x
Maximum Reproduction Ratio 1:6.6
Groups/Elements 5/6
Diaphragm Blades 7
Features
Image Stabilization No
Autofocus Yes
Tripod Collar No
Physical
Filter Thread 52 mm
Dimensions (DxL) Approx. 2.5 x 1.5" (6.35 x 3.81 cm)
Weight 5.5 oz (156 g)

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Nikon Normal AF Nikkor 50mm f/1.8D Autofocus Lens
 
4.7

(based on 1573 reviews)

Ratings Distribution

  • 5 Stars

     

    (1179)

  • 4 Stars

     

    (367)

  • 3 Stars

     

    (19)

  • 2 Stars

     

    (2)

  • 1 Stars

     

    (6)

99%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Lightweight (1324)
  • Fast / accurate auto-focus (1315)
  • Consistent output (908)
  • Easily interchangeable (794)
  • Durable (539)

Cons

  • Tough to attach (134)
  • Weak casing (121)
  • Slow focus (88)
  • Blurry focus (29)
  • Difficult to clean (13)

Best Uses

  • Night photography (673)
  • Low light (664)
  • General purpose (461)
  • Portraits (423)
  • Weddings (418)
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • Photo enthusiast (407), Enthusiast (334), Semi-pro photographer (245), Casual photographer (166), Semi-professional (146)
    • Was this a gift?:
    • No (575), Yes (58)

Most Liked Positive Review

 

sharp, fast, light, fun

No matter what type of photography you shoot, every one should own this lens.

-This lens is SHARP!! at f/4 its as sharp as lenses that cost 15 time...Read complete review

No matter what type of photography you shoot, every one should own this lens.

-This lens is SHARP!! at f/4 its as sharp as lenses that cost 15 times as much. 1.8 is a little soft, but it's great to have for novel shallow DOF/ night/ special effects.

-the AF is faster then most of my AF-s lenses and just as accurate. It might search a little in really hard situations, but no more than much more expensive lenses.

-This lens is so light! It is always in my pocket, Always! no matter what I'm doing having a sharp, fast, non-intrusive (it's so small it doesn't scare people, so in most situations I get better images than with the amazing 70-200 because it's HUGE and intimidating)--A lens is only useful if you use it.

-on a DX (cropped sensor) camera this lens is even more amazing! It is 75mm equivalent; perfect for part body portraits/ street photography. Because DX only uses the center of the frame it's even sharper!

-there is *no* distortion (perfect for architecture)
Some coma in the corners and some light falloff at 1.8 on full frame/ 35mm, no biggie. A perfect complement to a distorted, slow walk-around zoom.

-bokeh(smooth out of focus areas) is good but not amazing
way better then any cheep zoom though.

If you're thinking about getting the 1.4: the only reason to spend three or four times as much is that it's sharper at f/1.8. BUT it has more distortion at f/4 than it's cheaper sibling. If you're a pro and need build quality, don't let me stop you, I have one. For every one else, If you have four hundred dollars burning a hole in your pocket get a 85 1.8 or the new 60 2.8 AF-s

-this is still up in the air but the 50mm 1.4 AF-s I tried was no faster then the 1.8. (whoops)

If you're really hard on your gear I'd say, buy a 52mm Nikon NC filter and Nikon HR-2 rubber hood (or another 50 1.8 for almost the same price)

bottom line:
its one of the SHARPEST, FASTEST, LIGHTEST, MOST USEFUL lens money can buy, AND IT'S THE CHEAPEST!!!

It makes every camera, from a D3x or a F6 to a D50, shine!

VS

Most Liked Negative Review

 

Buy the F.14 Not This Lens

I attempted to replace a 20 year old Nikon F.1.4 50mm [...] Instead, I bought the F1.8. It was a big mistake. The lens was not nearly as sharp as my ...Read complete review

I attempted to replace a 20 year old Nikon F.1.4 50mm [...] Instead, I bought the F1.8. It was a big mistake. The lens was not nearly as sharp as my 20 year old until stopped down to at least F4, which makes it worthless for available light photography. B&H was terrific. It took the lens back and gave a full credit toward a new F1.4. That lens is reasonably sharp at f1.4 and tack sharp at F2.0. I use it with my Nikon D300. I also have an outstanding Nikon 24-70 F 2.8. This F1.8 is so bad, in my view, that to preserve its reputation Nikon should stop distributing it.

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4.0

very nice...

By harold

from du quoin, il

About Me Casual Photographer

Verified Buyer

Pros

  • Consistent Output
  • Easily Interchangeable
  • Lightweight
  • Nice Bokeh
  • Strong Construction

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Indoors/Low Light
    • Night Photography

    Comments about Nikon Normal AF Nikkor 50mm f/1.8D Autofocus Lens:

    i love it...

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    • No

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    5.0

    The standard

    By BobLewisPhoto

    from Long Branch, NJ

    About Me Pro Photographer

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Consistent Output
    • Durable
    • Fast / accurate auto-focus
    • Lightweight
    • Nice Bokeh
    • Strong Construction

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Indoors/Low Light
      • Landscape/Scenery
      • Night Photography
      • Portraits
      • Still Life
      • Weddings/Events

      Comments about Nikon Normal AF Nikkor 50mm f/1.8D Autofocus Lens:

      Great classic lens and exceptional value

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      • No

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      5.0

      Wonderful lens

      By Nessa

      from Utah

      About Me Photography Student

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

      • Durable
      • Easily Interchangeable
      • Lightweight
      • Rugged
      • Strong Construction

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Indoors/Low Light
        • Macro Photography

        Comments about Nikon Normal AF Nikkor 50mm f/1.8D Autofocus Lens:

        I bought this lens to use on a Nikon D3100. It only works in manual focus on my camera model, but I knew this when I bought it (that's why I bought it). It is perfect, and takes beautiful pictures!

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        5.0

        as advertised

        By Thread

        from Augusta, GA

        About Me Casual Photographer

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

        • Consistent Output
        • Easily Interchangeable
        • Fast / accurate auto-focus
        • Lightweight

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Indoors/Low Light
          • Macro Photography
          • Sports/Action

          Comments about Nikon Normal AF Nikkor 50mm f/1.8D Autofocus Lens:

          great value for price. portraits/candids of kids really pop. some getting used to not having zoom (more my inexperience likely). looking forward to using at rodeo event this weekend to put to real test.

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          5.0

          Solid

          By Reve GR

          from Guymon, OK

          About Me Casual Photographer

          Verified Buyer

          Pros

          • Consistent Output
          • Durable
          • Lightweight
          • Nice Bokeh
          • Rugged
          • Strong Construction

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Indoors/Low Light
            • Landscape/Scenery

            Comments about Nikon Normal AF Nikkor 50mm f/1.8D Autofocus Lens:

            I Use this lense on my sony nex-3(with an adapter). Great lense for the price. No noticable distortion unlike my nex lenses. Over all great image quality.

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            5.0

            Solid

            By Reve GR

            from Ok

            About Me Photo Enthusiast

            Verified Buyer

            Pros

            • Consistent Output
            • Durable
            • Nice Bokeh
            • Strong Construction

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Indoors/Low Light
              • Landscape/Scenery

              Comments about Nikon Normal AF Nikkor 50mm f/1.8D Autofocus Lens:

              I use this lense on a sony nex-3 with an adapter. It works great. No noticeable distortion. Better than my nex lenses in terms of image quality.

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              5.0

              good product

              By tina

              from Edison, NJ

              Verified Buyer

              Comments about Nikon Normal AF Nikkor 50mm f/1.8D Autofocus Lens:

              I used it for several times. Seems very good, especially on its price.

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              5.0

              A classic, and still the best.

              By T

              from DC

              About Me Photo Enthusiast

              Verified Buyer

              Pros

              • Consistent Output
              • Fast / accurate auto-focus
              • Lightweight
              • Nice Bokeh
              • Strong Construction

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • Indoors/Low Light
                • Landscape/Scenery
                • Night Photography

                Comments about Nikon Normal AF Nikkor 50mm f/1.8D Autofocus Lens:

                Other reviews mention how wonderful this lens is and how great a value it represents. I would just add that if your camera can autofocus this lens I would take it over the similar AF-S version. This one is slightly cheaper, the image quality is similar, and most importantly it takes 52mm filters rather than the less common 58mm size that the AF-S lens requires.

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                5.0

                This lens is sweet!

                By Captain J

                from Munster, IN

                About Me Photo Enthusiast

                Verified Buyer

                Pros

                • Consistent Output
                • Durable
                • Easily Interchangeable
                • Fast / accurate auto-focus
                • Lightweight
                • Nice Bokeh
                • Strong Construction

                Cons

                  Best Uses

                  • Indoors/Low Light
                  • Landscape/Scenery
                  • Night Photography

                  Comments about Nikon Normal AF Nikkor 50mm f/1.8D Autofocus Lens:

                  I use this lens on my D700 for landscape work. It's sharp at all f/stops, light weight, and the price is right.

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                  5.0

                  A great lens on a tight budget!

                  By G. Wills

                  from Bowie, MD

                  About Me Photo Enthusiast

                  Verified Buyer

                  Pros

                  • Easily Interchangeable
                  • Lightweight
                  • Nice Bokeh

                  Cons

                    Best Uses

                    • Bokeh
                    • Indoors/Low Light
                    • Video

                    Comments about Nikon Normal AF Nikkor 50mm f/1.8D Autofocus Lens:

                    I purchased this lens to compliment my Nikon D7000 based on a friend's suggestion, who is a wedding and lifestyle photographer. This is the first addition to my stock lens and I love it. Unfortunately, I could not afford the f/1.4 right now but this is great for the money. I've practiced Bokeh methods, shot video with it, etc. The only thing I wish it came with is a hood like the 35mm lens. You can get the AF-S model as well but if you really want to learn, this is the way to go. Great lens for a great price!

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                    5.0

                    Great Lense

                    By SkiShots

                    from Switzerland/Michigan

                    About Me Photo Enthusiast

                    Verified Buyer

                    Pros

                    • Easily Interchangeable
                    • Fast / accurate auto-focus
                    • Lightweight
                    • Nice Bokeh

                    Cons

                      Best Uses

                      • Indoors/Low Light
                      • Weddings/Events

                      Comments about Nikon Normal AF Nikkor 50mm f/1.8D Autofocus Lens:

                      Take great photos, great balance of focus. When used with a diffuser it will take very smooth pictures. Great price to performance ratio

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                      5.0

                      Nikkor Lens Review

                      By Raynedog

                      from Northern Michigan

                      About Me Photo Enthusiast

                      Verified Buyer

                      Pros

                      • Lightweight
                      • Rugged

                      Cons

                        Best Uses

                        • Macro Photography
                        • Wildlife Photos

                        Comments about Nikon Normal AF Nikkor 50mm f/1.8D Autofocus Lens:

                        Love the lens. I shoot a lot of close up shots and love how the background is nice and blurred. Its my new favorite lens.

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                        5.0

                        A Must Have for the Price

                        By Photographer Tay

                        from Winston-Salem, NC

                        About Me Semi-pro Photographer

                        Verified Buyer

                        Pros

                        • Consistent Output
                        • Easily Interchangeable
                        • Fast / accurate auto-focus
                        • Lightweight

                        Cons

                          Best Uses

                          • Indoors/Low Light
                          • Landscape/Scenery
                          • Portraits
                          • Weddings/Events

                          Comments about Nikon Normal AF Nikkor 50mm f/1.8D Autofocus Lens:

                          Every photographer should have this lens in their kit! With F1.8 capabilities you can achieve extremely shallow depth of field for "artsy"/more professional captures, and the low light is great for things like shooting weddings or indoors where natural light is sparse. I've done two photoshoots with it so far and I have nothing but good things to say about the results. I will warn, however, that those who are used to zoom lenses may have a learning curve, and the shallow DOF causes you to be more careful with your focusing. Great lens for the price!

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                          5.0

                          Great Lens for Casual Portraiture

                          By Snap Happy

                          from Savannah, GA

                          About Me Casual Photographer

                          Verified Buyer

                          Pros

                          • Easily Interchangeable
                          • Fast / accurate auto-focus
                          • Nice Bokeh

                          Cons

                            Best Uses

                            • Close-up photography
                            • Portraiture

                            Comments about Nikon Normal AF Nikkor 50mm f/1.8D Autofocus Lens:

                            I use this lens with a Nikon D7000. The AF works great... this lens is no noisier than the zoom lens that came with the camera. The images are crisp, focus is on point, and bokeh is wonderful.

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                            4.0

                            Great lens but....

                            By Lucky Lauren

                            from Dallas, TX

                            About Me Photo Enthusiast

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                              Cons

                                Best Uses

                                  Comments about Nikon Normal AF Nikkor 50mm f/1.8D Autofocus Lens:

                                  I have a D3000 and in hindsight I should have waiting and paid the extra $300 to get this lens in it's autofocus version for my Nikon model. Other than that... the images are super crisp and exactly what I was expecting.

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                                  4.0

                                  Nice lens

                                  By CGPhotog

                                  from Virginia

                                  About Me Photo Enthusiast

                                  Verified Buyer

                                  Pros

                                  • Easily Interchangeable
                                  • Fast / accurate auto-focus
                                  • Lightweight

                                  Cons

                                  • Poor in Low Light

                                  Best Uses

                                  • Weddings/Events

                                  Comments about Nikon Normal AF Nikkor 50mm f/1.8D Autofocus Lens:

                                  Wheter you shoot in manual or auto this lens is very easy to use. The clarity is nice & you get that blurred backgrownd people seem to desire in portraits. I would reccomend this lens to a friend.

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                                  4.0

                                  I good choice to save money

                                  By David

                                  from Leon, Nicaragua

                                  About Me Casual Photographer

                                  Verified Buyer

                                  Pros

                                  • Consistent Output
                                  • Easily Interchangeable
                                  • Lightweight

                                  Cons

                                  • Slow Focus

                                  Best Uses

                                  • Landscape/Scenery
                                  • Wildlife Photos

                                  Comments about Nikon Normal AF Nikkor 50mm f/1.8D Autofocus Lens:

                                  You can obtain great photos. However, I have a Nikon D3100, and I have to focus and change aperture manually. I think that it is OK. They are inexpensive lenses if you can deal with all the things that you have to do manually.

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                                  3.0

                                  Normal AF Nikkor 50mm f/1.8D Autofocus L

                                  By Pioneer Studios

                                  from Trinidad & Tobago

                                  About Me Semi-pro Photographer

                                  Verified Buyer

                                  Pros

                                  • Lightweight

                                  Cons

                                  • Poor in Low Light
                                  • Tough To Attach
                                  • Weak Casing

                                  Best Uses

                                    Comments about Nikon Normal AF Nikkor 50mm f/1.8D Autofocus Lens:

                                    Reasonably ok lens, I find though that the build quality is inferior. When putting the lens unto my Nikon bodies it does not attach as smoothe as my other lens. Also in low lighting it takes longer to autofocus.

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                                    5.0

                                    Inexpensive and solid performer

                                    By PCM

                                    from New Hampshire

                                    About Me Photo Enthusiast

                                    Verified Buyer

                                    Pros

                                    • Durable
                                    • Fast / accurate auto-focus
                                    • Lightweight
                                    • Value for price

                                    Cons

                                    • Hard to use back lens cap

                                    Best Uses

                                    • Indoors/Low Light

                                    Comments about Nikon Normal AF Nikkor 50mm f/1.8D Autofocus Lens:

                                    I use this occasionaly for low-light/indoor use. The image quality is super and the focusing is very fast and seems dead on with mine. The price is great, compared to the G and 1.4 versions, and it performs well.

                                    It is louder than my 35mm 1.8 G lens, but that doesn't bother me at all.

                                    The only thing I didn't care much for was the back lens cap, which is just a slide on plastic cap (instead of the typically ones that twist on). It is hard to put on, but I just use one from my other lenses.

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                                    5.0

                                    Great and chep lens

                                    By Andresita

                                    from NY

                                    About Me Semi-pro Photographer

                                    Verified Buyer

                                    Pros

                                    • Durable
                                    • Easily Interchangeable
                                    • Fast / accurate auto-focus
                                    • Lightweight

                                    Cons

                                      Best Uses

                                        Comments about Nikon Normal AF Nikkor 50mm f/1.8D Autofocus Lens:

                                        Versatile, good for portrait, fast lens and very affordable.
                                        Must have for every photographer.

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