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An affordable Nikkor that combines the ease of autofocus operation with advanced Nikon optics

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An affordable Nikkor that combines the ease of autofocus operation with advanced Nikon optics. Ideal for scenery or full-length portraits.

Through a 50mm lens subjects viewed with the camera appear about the same size as when viewed with the human eye, which is one of the reasons why 50mm lenses are called normal.

Weighs only 5.1 ounces. Stops down to f/22 for additional depth of field control.

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  • Compact D-type normal lens
  • Coating: Nikon Super Integrated Coating for providing high-contrast image even with maximum aperture
  • Lens construction: 6 elements in 5 groups
  • Closest focusing: 1.5 ft. (0.45m)
  • Filter Size: 52mm
  • Weight: 5.5 oz. (155g)

Nikon 50mm f/1.8D Nikkor AF Lens Reviews


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Nikon 50 mm f/1.8D Nikkor AF Lens
Avg. Customer Rating:
 
4.6 stars
(based on 134 reviews)
99% of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Customers most agreed on the following attributes:

Describe Yourself:
Enthusiast (80), Semi-professional (21), Casual user (11), Beginner (10), Professional (7)
Pros:
Fast / accurate auto-focus (142), Lightweight (107), Easily interchangeable (88), Consistent output (78), Durable (62)
Cons:
Slow focus (13), Tough to attach (8), Blurry focus (6), Weak casing (5)
Best Uses:
General purpose (98), Portraits (61), Night photography (58), Sports/action (18), Special effects (16)
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Great Buy
By pdizzleVerified Reviewer from Houston on 3/29/2010
Pros:
Consistent Output, Easily Interchangeable, Lightweight, Strong Construction
Best Uses:
Indoors/Low Light, Landscape/Scenery, Night Photography
Describe Yourself:
Photo Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Nikon 50 mm f/1.8D Nikkor AF Lens:

I bought this lens as my first prime. I am learning a lot more with this lens than my others. This 50mm is a great lens to introduce you to photo composition and asthetics.

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a must have in your bag
By PrestonVerified Reviewer from Euclid,Ohio on 3/22/2010
Pros:
Easily Interchangeable, Fast / accurate auto-focus, Lightweight
Best Uses:
Indoors/Low Light, Night Photography, Weddings/Events
Describe Yourself:
Pro Photographer
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Nikon 50 mm f/1.8D Nikkor AF Lens:

Super lightweight, easy to use, great in low light, simply a must have in everyone's bag! Best bang for your buck.

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Great Buy!
By LizVerified Reviewer from Austin, TX on 3/16/2010
Pros:
Consistent Output, Durable, Lightweight, Sharp Focus, Strong Construction
Cons:
Slow Focus, Tough To Attach
Best Uses:
Indoors/Low Light, Landscape/Scenery, Night Photography, Sports/Action
Describe Yourself:
Semi-pro Photographer
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Nikon 50 mm f/1.8D Nikkor AF Lens:

I got this lens a couple of weeks ago after I busted my old one, and am SO glad that I made the change to a prime lens like this. it's quick and light and I use it for everything now. It's a little tough to mount on the camera but after a while it gets easier. If you're thinking of getting it, do it. Take the dive. It's really a great buy.

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50 mm f/1.8D Nikkor AF lens
By liliVerified Reviewer from Palo Alto, CA on 2/14/2010
Pros:
Easily Interchangeable, Lightweight, Sharp Focus
Best Uses:
Landscape/Scenery, Portraits
Describe Yourself:
Semi-pro Photographer
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Nikon 50 mm f/1.8D Nikkor AF Lens:

a grate lens!

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Fast, Clean and for indoors - BEST BUY
By DV8R - 808Verified Reviewer from Pearlridge, Hawaii on 1/17/2010
Pros:
Consistent Output, Durable, Easily Interchangeable, Lightweight
Best Uses:
Low Light Indoor Photos, Night Photography, Portraits
Describe Yourself:
Photo Enthusiast

Comments about Nikon 50 mm f/1.8D Nikkor AF Lens:

Excited I broke open the box, with no filters I slapped it onto my D300. Found my subject, my cat was sleeping. Shot away, great results in low light, indoor. The clarity, bokeh and colors were very nice. Will continue to play with, very satisfied with this fast and clean lense

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I'm Sold. Best value for your buck.
By DV8R - 808 from Pearlridge, Hawaii on 1/17/2010
Pros:
Consistent Output, Durable, Easily Interchangeable, Lightweight, Must have, Quick Focus
Best Uses:
Indoor Low Lighting, Night Photography, Portraits
Describe Yourself:
Photo Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Nikon 50 mm f/1.8D Nikkor AF Lens:

Broke open the box, started to use without any filters. Ahhhhh found a subject, my cat.
Low Light conditions, Bokkah and clean shots.

Need one of these in your outfit. Awsome.

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I love 50mm
By [@]Verified Buyer from Scottsdale, AZ on 9/30/2009
Describe Yourself:
Professional
Pros:
Consistent Output, Durable, Easily Interchangeable, Lightweight, Quick Focus, Rugged, Sharp Focus
Cons:
Weak Casing
Best Uses:
General Use, Night Photography
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Nikon 50 mm f/1.8D Nikkor AF Lens:

great little lens that works well in low light, I'm very happy with it.

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Great for Lowlight sports
By Bill VB DadVerified Reviewer from Purcellville, VA on 9/24/2009
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Pros:
Consistent Output, Durable, Easily Interchangeable, Lightweight, Quick Focus, Rugged, Sharp Focus, Strong Construction
Best Uses:
General Use, Landscape Photography, Sports/Action
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Nikon 50 mm f/1.8D Nikkor AF Lens:

Yes. It is fantastic for portraits but it is also great for the lowlight conditions inside high school gyms. It is so fast it captures volleyball action great and the pictures are awesome. Yes it does not zoom but cropping a high megapixel picture works due to the sharpness. Sometimes speed and quality are more important than zoom (actually all the time)

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One of the best kept secrets around.
By MauriceVerified Reviewer from Minnesota on 9/7/2009
Describe Yourself:
Professional
Pros:
Consistent Output, Durable, Lightweight, Quick Focus, Sharp Focus
Best Uses:
General Use, Landscape Photography, Night Photography, Special Effects
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Nikon 50 mm f/1.8D Nikkor AF Lens:

very sharp lens, great bokah, fast aperature, one of the best kept secrets out their and for the price an unbelievable deal, one of the few lenses nowadays that keeps the aperture ring and distance info on the lens great for students who want to learn photography. I find myself using this little gem quite a bit for both studio and location work. Buy it try it if you dont like it return it, but I seriously doubt this one will be coming back.

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You will NOT be disappointed!
By Big WillieVerified Reviewer from Atlanta, GA on 8/2/2009
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Pros:
Lightweight, Quick Focus, Sharp Focus
Best Uses:
General Use, Landscape Photography, Night Photography, Special Effects, Sports/Action, Upgrade
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Nikon 50 mm f/1.8D Nikkor AF Lens:

Bought this lens because of the reviews and the price. Only had the lens one day before I was already taking amazing pictures with it. The best thing about this lens is that it transforms the D90. It made the camera so light that camera shake was not a problem. I was taking great pictures even in low light situations with no tripod. Can't wait to see what this baby will really do with some filters, tripod, special lighting, and other effects. You will not be disappointed with this lens.

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