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Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.4G Lens

BH #NI5014GAF • MFR #2180
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Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.4G Lens
Key Features
  • F-Mount Lens/FX Format
  • Aperture Range: f/1.4 to f/16
  • Super Integrated Lens Coating
  • Silent Wave Motor AF System
Pairing a normal field of view with an especially bright design, the Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.4G is a versatile prime, well-suited for a wide range of subject matter. Characterized by its fast f/1.4 maximum aperture, this lens is adept in difficult lighting conditions and also excels at isolating subjects using selective focus and shallow depth of field techniques. A Super Integrated Coating enhances contrast and color accuracy by reducing flare and ghosting, and the rounded nine-blade diaphragm contributes a smooth, pleasing bokeh quality. Additionally, a Silent Wave Motor provides fast, quiet, and accurate autofocus performance along with full-time manual focus override.
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Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.4G Overview

Pairing a normal field of view with an especially bright design, the Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.4G is a versatile prime, well-suited for a wide range of subject matter. Characterized by its fast f/1.4 maximum aperture, this lens is adept in difficult lighting conditions and also excels at isolating subjects using selective focus and shallow depth of field techniques. A Super Integrated Coating enhances contrast and color accuracy by reducing flare and ghosting, and the rounded nine-blade diaphragm contributes a smooth, pleasing bokeh quality. Additionally, a Silent Wave Motor provides fast, quiet, and accurate autofocus performance along with full-time manual focus override.

Normal-length prime is designed for FX-format Nikon F-mount cameras, however can also be used with DX models where it provides a 75mm equivalent focal length.
Fast f/1.4 maximum aperture affords extensive control over depth of field for achieving selective focus effects and also benefits working in low-light conditions.
Super Integrated Coating has been applied to lens elements to minimize surface and internal reflections for a marked reduction in lens flare and ghosting.
Silent Wave Motor affords quick, quiet, and precise autofocus performance along with full-time manual focus override.
Rounded nine-blade diaphragm contributes to a pleasing bokeh quality.
UPC: 018208021802

Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.4G Specs

Focal Length
50mm
Maximum Aperture
f/1.4
Minimum Aperture
f/16
Lens Mount
Nikon F
Lens Format Coverage
Full-Frame
Angle of View
46°
Minimum Focus Distance
1.48' / 45 cm
Maximum Magnification
0.15x
Optical Design
8 Elements in 7 Groups
Diaphragm Blades
9, Rounded
Focus Type
Autofocus
Image Stabilization
No
Filter Size
58 mm (Front)
Dimensions (ø x L)
2.89 x 2.13" / 73.5 x 54.2 mm
Weight
9.88 oz / 280 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
1.17 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
7.7 x 5.1 x 4.9"

Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.4G Reviews

An excellent lens held back by AF issues.

By David
Rated 3 out of 5
Date: 2022-11-22

Overall this lens didn't meet my expectations. My assessments are all done on a focus calibrated D810. Wide open contrast is average and sharpness is below average, both improve quickly when stopping down. Focus is the biggest disappointment, it's a little slow but it's not accurate at all - it tends to back focus if the subject is closer than 3 meters. I've seen this behavior with other fast Nikon primes and I believe the reason has to do with bokeh characteristics and how the AF sensor judges when something is in focus - the bokeh transition on this lens is so gradual and smooth the AF sensor misses. Bokeh on this lens is really nice for portraits and would be a top reason to have it. Overall if you don't mind working with this lens to get great results then you may like it, however if you're looking for something that just works the cheaper f/1.8 50mm is fantastic.

Wicked Awesome.

By Wayne
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-04-05

I'm from New England so I had to throw in the Wicked Awesome, lol But seriously this is a fantastic lens.

Still A Great Lens

By Marion
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-03-08

Checking photo gallery websites sites, you can still find this lens being used on high end current Nikon cameras, as well as the historical ones. From DSLRs (like D700) thru mirro-less bodies like Z6, Z7 - the output looks great across the spectrum. If you're on the fence about this one, just buy it. It's quite nice and holding its own against the third party manufacturers. I really appreciate the prompt service from BH Photo!

Very nice bokeh

By John
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2021-12-31

I've been using this lens on my D750, and the Depth of Field is really great. I do notice that sometimes I need to step down a bit to retain sharp focus in certain circumstances, but wow...a really nice sharp lens.

Great Product

By Ahmed
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2021-12-20

Light weight, fast and sharp. Almost cero vignettes and distortions. Great product!.

Excellent lens

By Charles
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2021-12-02

I really enjoy landscape photography and this lens does a superb job.

Very nice prime lens.

By Ronald
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-06-15

I have had to transition into doing my own instructional videos. I use this lens with my Nikon D7200 camera to produce the videos. The lense shoots through a teleprompter to produce professional quality videos (well...almost!). I plan on using the lense with the Nikon for RAW photography in the future.

Satisfied for price

By Ephemia
Rated 3 out of 5
Date: 2022-06-06

I am impressed with this lens for its price. It is not full five star because I'm honestly not completely satisfied with it. I often find that it never focuses (when I select a certain focus point, that point is never quite clear or actually in-focus.) Additionally, there is a green and purple haze around objects in some photos. I am not sure if this is faulty or supposed to happen... but I love the bokeh and that makes it worth it! Wish I could give it a 3.75 rating.

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will this lens work on my Nikon D40? and I am upgrading to the D7100 will it also work on that?
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Yes, this lens is fully compatible with both your Nikon D40 and D7100, as well as all other Nikon DSLR camera models.
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Will this lens work on the D5000 and the D7100
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Asked by: Anonymous
This lens does not have a manual aperture ring. So the stops are controlled by your camera body and not the lens beyond the minimum and maximum aperture. Very few Nikon lenses include an aperture ring any more and in the case of the ones that do, they will cause an error condition in the camera if they are not set to their minimum aperture.
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Is the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 50mm f/1.4G Autofocus lens compatible with my D40?
Asked by: Anonymous
Yes, the Nikon AF-S Nikkor f/1.4G is compatible with the Nikon D40.
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Date published: 2018-08-27

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Is this compatible with my nikon d60?
Asked by: Anonymous
Yes it is compatible with the Nikon D60. This is an AF-S type lens which has the required built-in motor to drive the autofocus with the camera.
Answered by: Yos O.
Date published: 2018-08-27

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Not without the adapter. The X Cam and mirrorless lenses have a different mount.
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Asked by: Mira
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Date published: 2022-03-09

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