Description
This is a review of the Nikon AF-S 50mm F 1.8G lens. This lens is a special edition of the popular 50mm f/1.8 NIKKOR lens, and it features a compact and lightweight body with a retro-look and feel. With a fast maximum aperture of f/1.8, this lens is great for low-light situations or when shallow depth of field is required. An aspherical lens element reduces aberrations and increases resolution, and the Nikon exclusive Silent Wave Motor SWM delivers whisper-quiet operation. The retro design pays homage to vintage NIKKOR lenses and perfectly complements the looks of the Nikon Df. The key features of this lens are: 50mm FX-format standard lens, 75mm when used with a Nikon DX-format SLR, retro designinspired by classic NIKKOR lenses, fast maximum aperture of f/1.8, ideal for low-light situations or portraits with smooth bokeh, aspherical lens element, SWM Silent Wave Motorfor fast, quiet autofocus, two focus modes: M/A manual-priority autofocus and M manual focus, remarkably lightweight and compact body, weather-sealed metal lens mount, and technical
Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.8G FREE DELIVERY Overview Special edition of the popular 50mm f/1.8 NIKKOR lens.
Boasts a compact and lightweight body with a retro-look and feel.
With a fast maximum aperture of f/1.8, this is a great lens for low-light situations or when shallow depth of field is required.
An aspherical lens element reduces aberrations and increases resolution, and Nikons exclusive Silent Wave Motor SWM delivers whisper-quiet operation. The retro design pays homage to vintage NIKKOR lenses and perfectly complements the looks of the Nikon Df.
Key features:
- 50mm FX-format standard lens75mm when used with a Nikon DX-format SLR. Retro designinspired by classic NIKKOR lenses.
- Fast maximum aperture of f/1.8.Ideal for low-light situations or portraits with smooth bokeh.
- Aspherical lens element:Reduces aberrations and increases resolution.
- SWM Silent Wave Motorfor fast, quiet autofocus.
- Two focus modes:M/A manual-priority autofocus and M manual focus. Remarkably lightweight and compact body.
- Weather-sealed metal lens mount.
Technical Specification:
Type Type G AF-S lens with built-in CPU and F-mount Focal length 50 mm Maximum aperture f/1.8 Minimum aperture f/16 Lens construction 7 elements in 6 groups including 1 aspherical lens element Angle of view Nikon film SLR and FX-format D-SLR cameras: 47 Nikon DX-format D-SLR cameras: 31 30 Focusing Autofocus controlled by Silent Wave Motor and separate focus ring for manual focus Minimum focus distance 0.45 m 1.5 ft from focal plane Maximum reproduction ratio 0.15x No. of diaphragm blades 7 rounded diaphragm opening Diaphragm Fully automatic Aperture range f/1.8 16 Filter-attachment size 58 mm P = 0.75 mm
Dimensions:
Approx. 73 mm maximum diameter x 52.5 mm distance from camera lens mount flange Weight Approx. 190 g 6.7 oz
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