AF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.8G
This updated classic with a fast maximum aperture is ideal for everyday shooting, perfect in low lighting situations and great for producing images with beautiful background blur (Bokeh).
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AF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.8G
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Forget all other lenses
I have been absolutely and madly in love with this lens. The moment you would put it on your camera, you wont want to use any other lens. If you own a Nikon DSLR and do not have this lens, then believe me you are at loss. It works equally good on entry level SLR like D3100, D3200 or D5100 and the picture is as crisp and sharp as taken from a pro camera. Look at the sample pictures i have posted. I am not a professional photographer by the way.
July 13, 2012
Love this lens
Is it possible to be in love with camera equipment? I think so. Recently upgraded from a D60 to a D7000 and wanted a good lens to use for family portraits and at the gym where I volunteer to shoot at different events. Yesterday I took it to the gym to photograph some youth Hockey players training for the up coming season. All the photos came out fantastic.
July 6, 2012
Great for Macro Photography
I bought this lens solely for doll photography, but on occasion I do use it for people and portraits. The picture is really crisp and clear, and the bokehs I get from this lens are absolutely amazing. And, the clarity is still consistent even under low light settings or being indoors. Not a lot of grain like my standard kit lens.
I use this lens on a Nikon D5000, so unfortunately AF doesn't work, but it's only a minor drawback, and I enjoy working with MF anyway.
June 14, 2012
Awesome lens for the price!
I just got the lens for an event. Awesome, handy and light. Very reasonable price with all it's features!!!
May 18, 2012
One stop sollution
I have brought it on November,11. Believe me u cant expect anything better than this with in this price. Its just awesome. The lens is so sharp and quick that you would not like your other lenses after using it. It is something that will fulfill most of your needs. That's why it is one stop solution to me. I can bet its one of the best lens Nikon has ever came up with.
March 15, 2012
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Kindly lemme know so I can buy accordingly. Since i was told that the lens- AF NIKKOR 50mm f/1.8D wont work on the auto focus mode so Im thinking of buying this one.
1 year ago
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mayura
india
Location :
india
Age: 25-34
Favorite Subject: Portrait
Nikon Family: 6-10 years
Experience: Less than a month
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
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The AF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.8G is compatible with the D40x.1 year ago
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akila
colombo,Sri lanaka
Location :
colombo,Sri lanaka
Age: 18-24
Favorite Subject: Sports
Nikon Family: 0-1 years
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
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The focal length is same as it is on a DX body, it does not miraulously change, however, the its the angle of view that will change. Just multiply the focal length by 1.5 and it will give you field of view of the relevant focal length on FX.
I have a Nikon N80 (I haven't gone digital quite yet), will this lens be compatible with the 3-D Matrix metering and autofocus on my camera?
1 year ago
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Sarah
Andros Island, The Bahamas
Location :
Andros Island, The Bahamas
Age: 25-34
Favorite Subject: Nature
Nikon Family: 6-10 years
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
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Yes, the lens will work with your camera.Has staff answer
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this lens will give me good results with a Nikon D300s ?
1 year ago
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Juanita
Bogota
Location :
Bogota
Age: 18-24
Favorite Subject: Travel
Nikon Family: 2-5 years
Experience: 6-12 months
Role: Professional photographer
1 answer
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Yes, this lens is compatible with the D300s, very good for traveling and landscaping photography.1 year ago
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Lau
Age: 25-34
Favorite Subject: Family & Friends
Nikon Family: 0-1 years
Experience: 1-3 months
Role: Just getting started with photography
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Yes, this lens is compatible with the D5100.1 year ago
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Anonymous
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Yes, this lens is compatible with the D5100.1 year ago
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Jj
Los angeles
Location :
Los angeles
Age: 18-24
Favorite Subject: Portrait
Nikon Family: 2-5 years
Experience: Less than a month
Role: Professional photographer
1 answer
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Yes, this lens is compatible with your camera.1 year ago
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vinoe210
NY
Location :
NY
Age: 35-44
Favorite Subject: Nature
Nikon Family: 2-5 years
Experience: More than a year
Role: Occasional user, memory keeper
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Yes, this lens is compatible with the D5000.Has staff answer
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I wan't to know if the auto focus will work in D5000?
11 months ago
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vinoe210
United States
Location :
United States
Age: 35-44
Favorite Subject: Travel
Nikon Family: 2-5 years
Experience: 6-12 months
Role: Just getting started with photography
1 answer
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Yes, this lens is fully compatible with the D5000.
My current lense has a switch on it the says 'VR' which means Vibration Reduction, would this lense have that feature also?
11 months ago
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Faz
Virginia
Location :
Virginia
Age: 18-24
Favorite Subject: Nature
Nikon Family: 0-1 years
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
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This lens doens't have vibration reduction.
AF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.8G
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Do pictures come blurry when the camera is in motion/not still because there is no VR?
Since this lense has no VR, would the images come out blurry or not clear when I use the camera in motion like in a car or walking and/or not having a steady hand?
11 months ago
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Faz
Virginia
Location :
Virginia
Age: 18-24
Favorite Subject: Nature
Nikon Family: 0-1 years
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
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Depends on a lot of things, shutter speed, aperture etc. Vr is not the be all end all of clear images.Has staff answer
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Practically, how much is the difference between AF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.8G and AF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.4G?
11 months ago
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Ali
Iran
Location :
Iran
Age: 35-44
Favorite Subject: Portrait
Nikon Family: 2-5 years
Experience: More than a year
Role: Occasional user, memory keeper
1 answer
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It will be a good idea that you compare the specifications of both lenses side by side to see which one will fits your needs. You can use the comparison tool in our website.http://www.nikonusa.com/Nikon-Produ...
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design as Fx lens any effect on performance on Dx model like d3100
11 months ago
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Anonymous
Age: 18-24
Favorite Subject: Landscape
Nikon Family: 6-10 years
Experience: 6-12 months
Role: Just getting started with photography
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Please click on the link below for information:Answer Title: Explaining DX and FX formats
Answer Link: http://support.nikonusa.com/app/ans...
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Can i import the AF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.8G lens to India?
If i import the AF-S Nikkor 50 mm F/1.8G lens.. What would be the landed cost of the lens and how much time will it take to Ship the product. Also whether the warranty of the lens be applicable in India?
10 months ago
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Hari
Mumbai
Location :
Mumbai
Age: 25-34
Favorite Subject: Portrait
Nikon Family: 0-1 years
Experience: 1-3 months
Role: Just getting started with photography
1 answer
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Please visit Nikon global site for more information regarding other countries. www.nikon.comHas staff answer
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I have twisted the focus ring too much of my lens, can this be fixed? I think i have a loose focus ring on my 50mm 1.8g or is this normal?
10 months ago
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Anonymous
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We do not recommend customers to tamper the equipment; you are welcome to send your lens in order to be evaluated by a technician.Title: How do I get my Nikon product serviced?
URL: http://support.nikontech.com/cgi-bi...
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Can the focus ring be rotated 360 degrees? or can be turned from infinite to its end distance range?
is it okay if i rotate the focus ring beyond its distance range? will it damage my lens? thank you...
10 months ago
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Anonymous
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The focus ring can be rotated but the focus won't turn 360 degrees, goes from one point to the other, from left to right. In order to focus the element inside the lens will move in or out.
I bought a 50mm but it won't autofocus, so I am in need of a new one.
10 months ago
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HiImAbby
Phoenix, AZ
Location :
Phoenix, AZ
Age: 18-24
Favorite Subject: Portrait
Nikon Family: 2-5 years
Experience: 3-6 months
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
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To get the 50mm to af you need the new AF-s version to benefit from auto focus on your D3100 as the body has no built in focus motor.
I am using the D40 and would like to get a 50mm lens. In the next year, I'll upgrade to a D5100 or D7000. I want to make the most of what I get now. Will it auto-focus with the D40? What about when I move it to the 5100 or 7000?
9 months ago
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emilysc
maryland
Location :
maryland
Age: 45-54
Favorite Subject: Family & Friends
Nikon Family: 6-10 years
Experience: More than a year
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
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Yes, this lens is compatible with the D40, D5100 and D7000.Has staff answer
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Does this lens have any cons on a DX camera? Specificaly the D3100?
9 months ago
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Anonymous
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can we take indoor group photo of 10 with this lens , is it recomended for nikon d 700
9 months ago
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elia
canada
Location :
canada
Age: 35-44
Favorite Subject: Portrait
Nikon Family: 6-10 years
Role: Semi-professional photographer
1 answer
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The Maximum Angle of View (FX-format) is 47° for this lens. That will depend the distance from the camera to the group.8 months ago
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Rayan
USA
Location :
USA
Age: 18-24
Favorite Subject: Portrait
Nikon Family: 0-1 years
Experience: Less than a month
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
1 answer
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Put a lens on and press the shutter button.8 months ago
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Anonymous
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Yes, this lens is fully compatible with the D3000.
what is the different between 35mm dx f/1.8g adn 50mm f/1.8g if using in D7000?
8 months ago
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Anonymous
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Doesn't matter what you use it on the difference is still going to be 15mm, which is neither here nor there just a couple of paces backwards or forwards.
I have a D3100 and I'm looking for a good low-light lens. Please Help!
8 months ago
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Drew
USA
Location :
USA
Age: Under 18
Favorite Subject: Nature
Nikon Family: 0-1 years
Role: Just getting started with photography
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Depends on your purpose. Normally 50 mm lens is distortion free.
I have both a D200 and a F5. I want a lens that will work on both. I know the f1.8D will, but like what I hear about the f1.8G and I am not quite sure it is 100% compatible..
8 months ago
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TomD
Ohio
Location :
Ohio
Age: 45-54
Favorite Subject: Family & Friends
Nikon Family: 11-20 years
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
1 answer
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In order to better assist you, please click on the link below:Answer Title: How to ask or update a Technical Support question
Answer Link: http://support.nikonusa.com/app/ans...
7 months ago
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Anonymous
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Yes, this lens is compatible with the D50.
AF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.8G
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How will you rate the background blur using this product on a D90? 1 to 10
7 months ago
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ryxstah
philippines
Location :
philippines
Favorite Subject: Portrait
Nikon Family: 2-5 years
Role: Semi-professional photographer
1 answer
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It is more down the lens that you are using and the aperture set.
how does it effect on photos captured by these two lens? is there huge difference in photos?
6 months ago
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goartumix
Favorite Subject: Travel
Nikon Family: 2-5 years
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
1 answer
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The f/1.4 is 2/3s stop faster than the f/1.8, which isn't quite as important with a digital as it was with film. (You can kick up your ISO if absolutely necessary). Wide open, the f/1.4 does have slightly less depth of field. Some report that the f/1.4 is slightly sharper.
AF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.8G
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I have the D60 and the D7000 and I work with them both, can this lens auto-focus and work fine on this two cameras?
6 months ago
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Anonymous
Portugal
Location :
Portugal
Age: 18-24
Favorite Subject: Portrait
Nikon Family: 2-5 years
Role: Semi-professional photographer
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yes6 months ago
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Anonymous
Age: 25-34
Favorite Subject: Portrait
Nikon Family: 0-1 years
Role: Just getting started with photography
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Yes.
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Review
AF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.8G Review
by Julia SilberSeptember 2011
Julia Silber posted her review of the AF-S 50mm f/1.8G NIKKOR lens on Popular Photography magazine’s website. Silber was impressed with the ability of the lens to go from AF to manual focus seamlessly. She also noted that the autofocus is “fast, accurate and near silent” making it suitable for shooting video. Silber said, “The lens produced uniformly excellent-range sharpness and contrast numbers for outputs up to 11x14,” which is the magazine’s benchmark. She found that the lens produces a nice Bokeh and transmits lots of light.
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Award Winner
Professional Photographer magazine Hot One Award 2012
Professional Photographer magazine announced its Hot One Awards 2012, naming the Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.8G lens as a winner in the Standard prime Lens category, noting its classic focal length of 50mm and fast aperture for sharp capture of photos and videos. The magazine's editors said: "The lens impressed our judges with its sharp image quality, strong low-light performance and creamy Bokeh." This is the 13th year the magazine has given out the Hot One Awards. The panel of judges consisted of 22 distinguished pro photographers.March 2012
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