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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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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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When will this lens return to stock?

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I'm looking all over for this lens and all your providers say out of stock. When will it return?
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Thanks for your interest in the AF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.8G. We have shipped many thousands of these cameras to our customers. Interest for this camera has been very high. If you have an urgent need I'd strongly suggest ordering one now from an authorized dealer so that you will be on their list as they receive shipments from us.
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Thanks for your interest in the AF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.8G . We have shipped many thousands of these lenses to our customers. Interest for this lens has been very high. If you have an urgent need I'd strongly suggest ordering one now from an authorized dealer so that you will be on their list as they receive shipments from us.
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50mm 1.8G out of stock

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Every site I visit this lens is out of stock. Any idea when it will be available again?

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Thanks for your interest in the AF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.8G. We have shipped many thousands of these lenses to our customers. Interest for this lens has been very high. If you have an urgent need I'd strongly suggest ordering one now from an authorized dealer so that you will be on their list as they receive shipments from us.
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Will the AF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.8G work with a Nikon D-60?'

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Why is this out-of-stock everywhere?

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I intend to buy this lens for my D5100 but it seems out-of-stock in all stores. what is going on? Is there a newer version on its way or is this just really popular?
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Very popular inexpensive fast glass compatable with Non screw drive cameras. It is the most recent model.
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This product is out of stock everywhere. Is is still being made? Will I be able to buy this in the future?

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Thanks for your interest in the AF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.8G . We have shipped many thousands of these lenses to our customers. Interest for this lens has been very high. If you have an urgent need I'd strongly suggest ordering one now from an authorized dealer so that you will be on their list as they receive shipments from us. Or click on the link below and go to Authorized Dealers:
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If you have an urgent need I'd strongly suggest ordering one now from an authorized dealer so that you will be on their list as they receive shipments from us. We don't have a specific date.
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Is this product compatible witht he panasonic Lumix GF3

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What does "fixed focal length" mean and How do I know if the lens im buyin is the new model "fixed focal length"

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I think you did not answer my questions.. any of them....

1.- What I want to know is... what is the "FIXED" error in previous focal length?.. because the product's overview says that.
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2.- How do I know IF the lens I want to buy is the new model... "FIXED"....

Thank you for your concern...
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It means it is not a zoom lens, it shoots a a fixed focal length of 50mm. The only way to change the size of the subject is to move closer or furthur away. Any lens that only has one distance in mm listed example 50mm is fixed focal length. If lets say 18mm-55mm is listed, that is a zoom lens. Has nothing to do with them "fixing a lens"
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Not in Stock

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When will this lens be back in stock in the USA? All dealers have been out of stock for at minimum the past three months. I want this lens, but I don't know how much longer I need to wait. Any update on the stock status or production situation would be very helpful. Thanks!
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If you have an urgent need I'd strongly suggest ordering one now from an authorized dealer so that you will be on their list as they receive shipments from us.
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will it work with d3100

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where is the 50mm 1.8G "available"

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None of your authorized dealers have it available... What gives? Every Pro tells me that this is a must have lens, is it a joke for all the newbies?
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If you have an urgent need I'd strongly suggest ordering one now from an authorized dealer so that you will be on their list as they receive shipments from us.
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Does anyone have pictures with this lens on a dx camera body?

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No, but I use it with my D7000! It works fine, and has an effective focal length of 75mm, which is a great portrait length, and works well for moderate closeups. It is VERY sharp!
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Lack of sharpness at fstop 1.8?

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I just bought the 50mm 1.8g a couple of days ago. After clicking several shots, I realized that most of the photos come out a little blurry at fstop 1.8, even in good lighting conditions and in the aperture priority mode. I do not have the most stable hands, but am I doing something wrong here?

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It just keeps turning but the focusing stops are it returns when you rotate in reverse.
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Will this lens ever be back on shelves?

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This lens seems to have been out of stock for the past 6 months or so. Is there any indication as to when this lens will be available again? Has it been discontinued? At the moment there are lots of people on eBay selling this lens for $50 over your suggested retail price. Isn't this counterproductive?
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Please click on the link below for online dealers that have this lens available. The suggested retail price for this lens is $219.95. If you have an urgent need I'd strongly suggest ordering one now from an authorized dealer so that you will be on their list as they receive shipments from us.
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compatible with D5000???

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Yes it is.
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Does this lens work for nikon d300?

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Yes, fully compatible.
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AF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.8G Review

by Julia Silber
September 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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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.
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