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Nikon NIKKOR 50mm f/1.4 AIS Manual Focus Lens USA

  • Price: $469.95
  • B&H # NI5014
  • Mfr# 1433

Product Highlights

  • Maximum Aperture - f/1.4
  • Aperture Range - f/1.4 - f/16
  • Classic Nikon F Mount
  • AIS / AI / NAI Metering Compatibility
  • SIC - Super Integrated Lens Coating
  • Etched Aperture Ring
  • Filter Size - 52mm
  • Depth-of-Field / Focus Distance Scales
  • Knurled Rubber Focusing Ring

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A fast, small standard lens from Nikon, the NIKKOR 50mm f/1.4 AIS Manual Focus Lens is known for outstanding optics and the satisfying focus feel of the Nikon AIS line of manual focus optics. This lens more than any other has established Nikon's reputation over the years. This exceptional low-light manual focus lens is perfect for travel and portrait work and any situation where a extremely limited depth of field is desired. It features the Close Range Correction (CRC) system assures high quality even at the minimum focusing distance.

Compact, High-speed normal lens for Nikon manual SLR cameras
Performance
Focal Length 50 mm
Aperture Maximum: f/1.4
Minimum: f/16
Camera Mount Type Nikon F
Format Compatibility Nikon FX/35mm Film
Nikon DX
Angle of View 46°
Minimum Focus Distance 1.5' (45 cm)
Magnification Not Specified By Manufacturer
Maximum Reproduction Ratio Not Specified By Manufacturer
Groups/Elements 6/7
Diaphragm Blades Not Specified By Manufacturer
Features
Image Stabilization No
Autofocus No
Tripod Collar No
Physical
Filter Thread 52 mm
Dimensions (DxL) Approx. 2.5 x 1.6" (6.35 x 4.06 cm)
Weight 8.8 oz (249 g)

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Nikon NIKKOR 50mm f/1.4 AIS Manual Focus Lens
 
5.0

(based on 7 reviews)

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Pros

  • Strong construction (7)
  • Durable (6)
  • Nice bokeh (6)
  • Rugged (5)
  • Consistent output (4)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Landscape/scenery (6)
    • Low light (6)
    • Night photography (5)
      • Reviewer Profile:
      • Photo enthusiast (5)
      • Was this a gift?:
      • No (5)

    REVIEWS

    Reviewed by 7 customers

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    5.0

    Great standard manual focus Nikkor lens

    By Doctor

    from Athens, Greece

    About Me Photo Enthusiast

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

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

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Indoors/Low Light
      • Night Photography
      • Video

      Comments about Nikon NIKKOR 50mm f/1.4 AIS Manual Focus Lens:

      This is an amazing manual focus lens. I use it with the FM3A camera. The sharpness is excellent, the contrast is wonderful but the thing you can't find anymore on lenses is the quality. All metal construction, creamy soft focus ring, very small and light. I am a Canon user since 1995 but Nikon did make fantastic manual focus lenses. It is hard to find these lenses now a days so a big thanks to B&H Photo for having them in stock.

      • Was this a gift?:
      • No

      Comment on this review

      (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

       
      5.0

      Sharp lens for portraits,good bokeh.

      By Photo Bug

      from Chicago,IL.

      About Me Photo Enthusiast

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

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

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Indoors/Low Light
        • Landscape/Scenery
        • Night Photography
        • Weddings/Events
        • Wildlife Photos

        Comments about Nikon NIKKOR 50mm f/1.4 AIS Manual Focus Lens:

        On manual focus slrs. Good bokeh.

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        • No

        Comment on this review

        (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

         
        5.0

        this is a must lens

        By ismatullo

        from russia

        About Me Casual Photographer

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

        • Bokeh
        • Color
        • Consistent Output
        • Durable
        • Nice Bokeh
        • Rugged
        • Sharpness
        • Strong Construction

        Cons

          Best Uses

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

          Comments about Nikon NIKKOR 50mm f/1.4 AIS Manual Focus Lens:

          the lens is sharp, has amazing color and bokeh

          • Was this a gift?:
          • No

          Comment on this review

          (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

           
          5.0

          Amazing lens!

          By shutterboy

          from Twentynine Palms, CA

          About Me Photo Enthusiast

          Pros

          • Consistent Output
          • Durable
          • Easily Interchangeable
          • Great in Low Light
          • Nice Bokeh
          • Rugged
          • Smooth manual focus
          • Strong Construction

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Indoors/Low Light
            • Landscape/Scenery
            • Night Photography
            • Portraits
            • Wildlife Photos

            Comments about Nikon NIKKOR 50mm f/1.4 AIS Manual Focus Lens:

            I picked this lens up for [$] used (tantamount to stealing :P ) and I enjoy using this lens eve more than my 55-200mm. The crispness of the photos combined with the stunning color is simply amazing. And being able to stop down to f/1.4 makes for some fun low light and nighttime shooting. A must have for anyone starting out on a DSLR or looking for a good prime!

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            • No

            Comment on this review

            (1 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

             
            5.0

            Nikon 50 mm f/1.4 AIS

            By Matt

            from Champaign, IL

            About Me Photo Enthusiast

            Verified Buyer

            Pros

            • Lightweight
            • Strong Construction

            Cons

              Best Uses

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

              Comments about Nikon NIKKOR 50mm f/1.4 AIS Manual Focus Lens:

              This is a great lens for manual film camera. Light weight and the focus ring is very smooth.

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              • No

              Comment on this review

              (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

               
              5.0

              Great Lens!

              By Ellipsis Entertainment

              from New Hampshire

              About Me Semi-pro Photographer

              Verified Buyer

              Pros

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

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • Landscape/Scenery
                • Video

                Comments about Nikon NIKKOR 50mm f/1.4 AIS Manual Focus Lens:

                Got it for a 35mm adapter and it is so crisp and fast. Highly recommended.

                Comment on this review

                (5 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

                 
                5.0

                Great lens!

                By Matt

                from West Lafayette, IN

                About Me Photo Enthusiast

                Verified Buyer

                Pros

                • Consistent Output
                • Durable
                • Focus ring very smooth
                • Rugged
                • Strong Construction

                Cons

                  Best Uses

                  • Indoors/Low Light
                  • Landscape/Scenery

                  Comments about Nikon NIKKOR 50mm f/1.4 AIS Manual Focus Lens:

                  This lens works great on my Nikon FM3A. It is very sharp and extremely well built. Focus ring is very smooth and aperture ring has nice solid clicks at every full f-stop marking. Made in Japan of only metal and glass, no plastic. Wish my modern auto-focus lenses felt this solid.

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