Nikon Nikkor AF 50mm F1.8D
$249.00
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13 years ago
Nikkor AF 50mm f1.8D
Not as good as AFS 50mm F1.8G for regular photography, slower focus, but manual control over aperature works better for video recording since it can be done on the fly. Optional reverse mount works for Macro photography. Impossible to turn down when on sale!
12 years ago
A photo journalist's best companion
Not all the time a photo journalist can use the flash on the camera to click pictures. Certain pictures have to be clicked without anyone noticing it. This is where the Nikkor AF 50mm f/1.8 D Lens comes into play.
12 years ago
Fast and cheap prime lens
Really fast lens with manual aperture control that takes really great photos indoors using ambient light without the need for a flash. The lens itself looks well made and is very compact.
12 years ago
Perfect manual focus lens
I bought this lens when I was just starting to figure out how to use my dslr, and it was not difficult to figure out. It is perfect for portraits and nature shots as well. It does not focus well on things less than 5 inches away. However, I believe you can shoot macro with it.
Pros:
- clarity
- bokeh
- focus
Cons:
- MF only
8 years ago
1.8 is Sweet
Purchased this lens for use in low light situations, like inside restaurants and photographing food. It's on Ken Rockwell's top 10 Nikon lenses list. Have also used it for street photography. Nifty addition to my lens collection without breaking the bank. Lightweight!
8 years ago
Flawed Genius
Perfect all rounder that's sharp corner to corner from f1.4 up and perfect for portraits on a DX body. Just let down by it's pedestrian and sometimes hesitant auto focus and its plastic body which I'd thought ought to be better on a lens that costs the thick end of ￡300 However I'd rather have...
Cons:
- Slow Focus
13 years ago
Nikon 50mm F/1.8D a must for a photographer
Easily the best lens in its price range and a must for a beginner or semi-pro in prime range. It is well know for its portability and bokeh effect.Best used in low light conditions and indoor for portraits and landscapes.
8 years ago
I can still remember the sound of the AF while its hunting the subject- i listened it much. Under f/2.2 it was sharp as plastic bag covered with snot but at 2.2 and above it was quite good.
Pros:
- Cheap
- good iq when stopped down
Cons:
- AF inconstancy
- lack of sharpness when opened
17 years ago
I had a D80 with 18-135 and 70-300 VR. I bought this lens to use mostly in museums where flash is not allowed also to use it with Nikon CLS system with my SD600 flash. I also own older lenses and Nikon bodies. I used 50 f/2 AI and 50 f/1.4 AI on my D80 before.
Pros:
- This is a very sharp lens even at f/1.8
- At f/1.8 the DOF is very shallow so nailing the focus is very important
- In my opinion some of the complaints of softness come from the unfocused results
- It is hard to focus in dim places and at night inside homes.
Cons:
- It is very weakly built
- It gives a lot of resistance when screwing the lens compared to smooth operation of 18-135 or 70-300VR
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