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Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.8G Lens

BH #NI5018GAF • MFR #2199
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Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.8G Lens
Key Features
  • F-Mount Lens/FX Format
  • Aperture Range: f/1.8 to f/16
  • One Aspherical Element
  • Super Integrated Coating
An essential lens if ever there was one, the AF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.8G from Nikon is the classic normal-length prime featuring a bright maximum aperture and lightweight design. Corresponding to the natural field of view, the 50mm focal length is well-suited for a wide variety of subjects, including everything from landscape to portraiture. The f/1.8 design suits working in difficult lighting conditions and also enables controlling the focus position for using shallow depth of field techniques. One aspherical element is featured in the optical design to minimize spherical aberrations and distortion for high sharpness and accurate rendering. A Super Integrated Coating also suppresses flare and ghosting for improved contrast and color accuracy. Additionally, the Silent Wave Motor affords fast, quiet, and precise autofocus performance as well as full-time manual focus override.
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Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.8G Overview

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An essential lens if ever there was one, the AF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.8G from Nikon is the classic normal-length prime featuring a bright maximum aperture and lightweight design. Corresponding to the natural field of view, the 50mm focal length is well-suited for a wide variety of subjects, including everything from landscape to portraiture. The f/1.8 design suits working in difficult lighting conditions and also enables controlling the focus position for using shallow depth of field techniques. One aspherical element is featured in the optical design to minimize spherical aberrations and distortion for high sharpness and accurate rendering. A Super Integrated Coating also suppresses flare and ghosting for improved contrast and color accuracy. Additionally, the Silent Wave Motor affords fast, quiet, and precise autofocus performance as well as 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.
Bright f/1.8 maximum aperture contributes to both low-light performance as well as offers greater control over depth of field.
One aspherical element is used to greatly reduce spherical aberrations and distortion in order to achieve high sharpness, clarity, and accurate rendering.
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 seven-blade diaphragm contributes to a pleasing bokeh quality.
UPC: 018208021994

Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.8G Specs

Focal Length50mm
Maximum Aperturef/1.8
Minimum Aperturef/16
Lens MountNikon F
Lens Format CoverageFull-Frame
Angle of View47°
Minimum Focus Distance1.48' / 45 cm
Maximum Magnification0.15x
Optical Design7 Elements in 6 Groups
Diaphragm Blades7, Rounded
Focus TypeAutofocus
Image StabilizationNo
Filter Size58 mm (Front)
Dimensions (ø x L)2.84 x 2.06" / 72.1 x 52.4 mm
Weight6.53 oz / 185 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight1.04 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)6.8 x 5.1 x 4.9"

Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.8G Reviews

Why did I wait??

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

I have been in the poto business for years and have never purchased a fixed lens before. Wow what a treat. This solid, I mean solid lens is all one could hope for. The sharp focus and bokeh effect are on point. I have taken it out for a few test drives and have been thrilled! For the price point on this lens you cannot go wrong. What are you waiting for????

Excellent prime lens!

By David
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-06-01

Excellent lens, great for low light, portraits, landscapes and much more. Great service, Thank You B&H!

Great

By Siddhartha
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-05-27

Just Excellent

Good deal

By Matt
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-05-25

The package deal was awesome. I really enjoy the lens and the filters and cleaner were a nice bonus. I would highly recommend.

Great Lens

By Matt
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-05-25

It's a good lens that takes awesome photos. I was hesitant about buying it at first but I am very happy with my purchase.

A good choice

By Janine
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-04-26

I mainly photograph birds with my Nikkor 200-500mm lens, but I wanted to take somewhat close up photos of flowers in my yard. I hope to also use this lens for scenery shots, but have not tried that yet. I like the image quality. But do note, I am a novice photographer. I am happy with this purchase. I didn't have a lot of money to put into another lens and this one was affordable.

Great lens

By John
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-06-09

Very sharp. Works exactly the way I hoped it would. Look forward to exploring its possibilities.

Very Nice

By Vicki
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-06-03

I bought this one to replace the one I gave my son..

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