Nikon AF-S Nikkor 50mm f/1.8G

Nikon F, full size
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Product details

Thanks to its high light intensity of 1:1.8, this lens provides a bright viewfinder image and is ideal for low-light photography or photos with shallow depth of field. The completely redesigned optical structure includes an aspherical lens for outstanding image quality. The Silent Wave Motor also ensures near-silent operation. Perfect for low-light shots or portrait photography with soft bokeh.

Nikon Swiss Warranty

3 year Swiss warranty. Registration on Nikon CH website - registration deadline: 3 months after date of purchase. The Swiss guarantee cannot be guaranteed for marketplace suppliers.

Key specifications

Sensor compatibility
full size
Weight
185 g
Focus type
Autofocus, Manual focus
Lens type
Prime lens
Bayonet lens mount
Nikon F
Focal length
50 mm
Documents
Manual.pdf
Item number
265094

General information

Manufacturer
Nikon
Category
Lenses
Manufacturer no.
JAA015DA
Release date
28.4.2011
Sales rank in Category Lenses
146 of 3211
External links
Manufacturer's site (en), Specifications (en)

Colour

Colour
Black

Focusing

Minimum focus distance
0.45 m

Camera lens properties

Lens type
Prime lens
Bayonet lens mount
Nikon F
Aperture
1.80 
Min. aperture
16 
Min. focal length (exact)
50 mm
Max. Focal length (exact)
50 mm
Focal length
50 mm
Sensor compatibility
full size
Number of diaphragm blades
7 x
Filter thread
58 mm
Number of lenses
7
Number of lens groups
6
Lens equipment
Fixed front lens
Optical zoom
1 x
Focus type
Autofocus, Manual focus

Objective 2 properties

Min. aperture opening
f/1.8
Aperture
f/1.8
Min. focal length (exact)
0.05 m
Max. Focal length (exact)
0.05 m
Filter thread
0.06 m

Origin

Country of origin
China

Sustainability

Manufacturer commitment
RE100, SBTi

Voluntary climate contribution

Manufacturer compensation
According to RE100, the manufacturer Nikon fully compensates for its energy consumption, leading to a reduction in emissions.
CO₂-Emission
Climate contribution

Product dimensions

Weight
185 g
Length
52.50 mm
Diameter
72 mm

Package dimensions

Length
16.80 cm
Width
12.20 cm
Height
12.80 cm
Weight
472 g

30-day right of return
36 Months Warranty (Bring-in)

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Warranty score

How often does a product of this brand in the «Lenses» category have a defect within the first 24 months?

Source: Digitec Galaxus
  • 1.Canon
    0.3 %
  • 2.Nikon
    0.4 %
  • 2.Sony
    0.4 %
  • 4.OM System
    0.5 %
  • 4.Panasonic
    0.5 %

Warranty case duration

How many working days on average does it take to process a warranty claim from when it arrives at the service centre until it’s back with the customer?

Source: Digitec Galaxus
  • 3.Sigma
    4 days
  • 4.Sony
    7 days
  • 5.Nikon
    9 days
  • 6.Fujifilm
    13 days
  • 7.Tamron
    16 days

Return rate

How often is a product of this brand in the «Lenses» category returned?

Source: Digitec Galaxus
  • 2.Canon
    5.1 %
  • 3.Fujifilm
    5.2 %
  • 4.Nikon
    5.5 %
  • 5.Sony
    5.6 %
  • 6.Sigma
    5.8 %
Source: Digitec Galaxus

Overall ratingVery good89/100
Very good90/100
Foto Magazin Logo
Foto MagazinSingle testReleaseMay 2013

Das 1,8/50 mm von Nikon ist ein lichtstarkes und preiswertes Objektiv mit guter Abbildungsleistung. Zudem ist es gut ausgestattet und ist exzellent verarbeitet. Die Bedienelemente lassen sich reicht einfach bedienen.

Very good87/100
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Foto PraxisSingle testReleaseDecember 2011

Ein lichtstarkes Objektiv mit einem ausgezeichneten Preis-Leistungsverhältnis und guter Abbildung.