The full name of the lens written on its body is Nikon AF-S Nikkor 50mm 1: 1.8G SWM Aspherical, but it is commonly called Nikon 50 / 1.8G.
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 50mm 1: 1.8G SWM Aspherical with hood HB-47
Nikon 50 / 1.8G - it's fast fifty-degree autofocus lens from Nikon. 'Poltina' or 'fifty-kopeck' is the common name for a lens with a focal length of 50 mm. This focal length is very popular. On old cameras, XNUMX rubles were often installed as a standard lens, but nowadays, XNUMX rubles are attractive for a low price and excellent image quality.
The Nikon 50 / 1.8G lens is an upgrade to the legendary Nikon 50mm 1: 1.8D AF Nikkor from film cameras. The upgrade touched on the aperture control method, the optical circuit and the built-in focus motor. The new model is heavier and larger in size.
All Nikon 50 / 1.8 Autofocus Lenses
- Nikon 50mm 1: 1.8 AF Nikkor (first version, MKI) - the lens was produced only in Japan from 1986 to 1990. It is easy to distinguish by a window with a focusing distance and a narrow plastic focus ring. There are two subversions that are no different:
- MKI first subversion. Weighing 210 grams. It is easy to distinguish by the screw under the inscription '1: 1.8'. From September 1986 to March 1987. Serial numbers start at 2
- MKI second version. Weighing 165 grams. It is easy to distinguish by the absence of a screw under the inscription '1: 1.8'. From 1987 to 1990. Serial numbers start at 3.
- Nikon 50mm 1: 1.8 AF Nikkor (second version, MKII, also known as the 'N', or the 'NEW' version) - the lens was produced in Japan and China. The MK II version was produced from 1990 to 2001. There are three subversions that are no different:
- Nikon 50mm 1: 1.8D AF Nikkor (third version, MKIIIbetter known as 'D'-version) - the lens is available from 2002 to this day. All lenses are made in China.
- Nikon AF-S Nikkor 50mm 1: 1.8G SWM Aspherical (fourth version, MKIVbetter known as '1.8 G'-version or '1.8 AF-S' version) - the lens has been produced since 2011, all lenses are made in China.
- Nikon AF-S Nikkor 50mm 1: 1.8G SWM Aspherical Special Edition (fifth version, MKVbetter known as version 'Special Edition' or 'SE' or version for the camera with a retro design of the case Nikon Df) - the lens has been available since the fall of 2013. All lenses are made in China.
- Nikon Nikkor Z 50mm 1: 1.8 S, from summer 2018, lens for mirrorless cameras with Nikon Z mount... Diagram of 12 elements in 9 groups, 2 ED, 2 ASP.
Details on the lineup of fifty dollars from Nikon can be found in my article 'All Nikon autofocus fifty dollars'.
Main technical characteristics of the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 50mm 1: 1.8G SWM Aspherical
| Review Instance Name | Nikon AF-S Nikkor 50mm 1: 1.8G SWM Aspherical 2153108 |
| Basic properties |
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| Front Filter Diameter | 58 mm, plastic thread for filters |
| Focal length | 50 mm, EGF for Nikon DX cameras is 75 mm |
| Zoom ratio | 1 X (this is a fixed lens, it does not have a zoom) |
| Designed by | for full-frame digital cameras |
| Number of aperture blades | 7 pieces |
| Tags | focusing distance in meters and feet, depth of field for F / 16, mark of bayonet mount and hood mount |
| Diaphragm | F / 1.8 to F / 16, without aperture ring. |
| MDF | 0.45 m, maximal magnification factor 1: 6.7 |
| The weight | 185 g |
| Optical design | 7 elements in 6 groups, 1 aspherical element (in the optical diagram, the aspherical element is shown in blue). This is Nikon's first fifty kopeck piece to use aspherical elements in its design. The Nikon AF-S Nikkor 50mm 1: 1.8G SWM Aspherical Special Edition has exactly the same optical design. The image is clickable.
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| Lens hood | Nikon HB-47 |
| Manufacturer country | MADE IN CHINA |
| Period | From April 2011 -> |
| Instructions | See |
| Price |
Nikon since available Nikon 50mm 1: 1.8D AF Nikkor, has not updated its set of fifty dollars for a long time. Before the Nikon 50 / 1.8G was released, there was only a choice between expensive f / 1.4 models and between the old non-motorized Nikon 50mm 1: 1.8D AF Nikkor... With the release of the new, relatively cheap Nikon 50 / 1.8G, users non-powered cameras got the opportunity to use aperture poltina without special investment.
Rear view of the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 50mm 1: 1.8G SWM Aspherical
Most importantly, what you need to know about the Nikon 50 / 1.8G:
1. The lens is also suitable for FX and DX cameras. That is, the lens can be used at full frame, for example, on full-frame FX cameras Nikon D600, D3s, D800, D750 etc., and on cropped cameras, for example, on Nikon D3300, D90, D5200 etc.
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 50mm 1: 1.8G SWM Aspherical Lens with Two Lids
2. The lens has focus motor Silent Wave Motor (SWM), which means the lens can be used for everyone Nikon digital SLR cameras. The lens will automatically focus even on entry-level non-powered cameras: D40, D40x, D60, D3000, D3100, D3200, D3300, D5000, D5100, D5200, D5300, D5500.
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 50mm 1: 1.8G SWM Aspherical Lens Information Labels
3. The lens is marked “G”. This means the Nikon 50 / 1.8G has no aperture ring. The diaphragm is controlled only by the camera. This will prevent the lens from being used on older film cameras, or for example for macro with reversible adapter... This is not a disadvantage, but a tribute to the times. Almost all lenses now come without an aperture ring. You can read more about 'G' and 'Non-G' lenses here.
Enlightenment of the front lens and aperture blades Nikon AF-S Nikkor 50mm 1: 1.8G SWM Aspherical
4. The diameter of the front filter is 58 mm, the same as that of Nikon 50mm f / 1.4G AF-S Nikkor. The lens is made of plastic, the assembly is good. Bayonet mount metal. All Nikon 50 / 1.8G lenses are manufactured in China.
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 50mm 1: 1.8G SWM Aspherical fixed lens and universal lens Nikon DX AF-S Nikkor 18-200mm 1: 3.5-5.6GII ED SWM VR IF Aspherical
5. Focusing method. When focusing, the entire lens block moves. It is very important that the lens does not have internal focus. But at the same time, the method itself is made quite unusual, when focusing, the inner part of the lens moves, which is located in the middle of the pyramidal front frame. And that means that the trunk of the lens does not extend or rotate when focusing.
A fifty-fifty Nikon AF-S Nikkor 50mm 1: 1.8G SWM Aspherical and a true portrait lens Nikon AF DC-Nikkor 105mm 1: 2D
6. High speed focus. But always remember that the speed and accuracy of focusing is also associated with the camera itself and a number of other factors. The lens has focus distance scale. The distance is indicated in meters and feet. There is also a depth of field scale for F / 16.
7. On the lens housing can be found focus switch 'M / A - M'. In the 'M / A' position, auto focus works with constant manual focus priority. The 'M / A' mode is very convenient and useful - for manual focusing or focus correction, you do not need to additionally switch the lens to the 'M' mode.
8. The minimum focusing distance is 45 cm. The maximum ratio when magnified is 1: 6.7. You can’t shoot a macro with this lens, but at the same time it’s easy to shoot small objects.
9. When used on cropped cameras with Nikon DX, the viewing angle will be narrower than at full frame. It will appear that the viewing angle will be equivalent to the lens 75 mm full frame... This allows using the lens on cameras with a cropped matrix without any problems as a good portrait lens. But, please note that in fact Nikon 50 / 1.8G is just a universal fast prime lens, and it is not designed for a portrait. Anyway, the classic focal length for portraits starts at 80 mm.
10. Aperture. Yes, f / 1.8 is great aperture for shooting in low light. The lens can really be used in low light conditions. Well, if you want an even brighter lens, then you need to look at its brothers - Nikon 50mm f / 1.4G AF-S Nikkor and Nikon 50mm f / 1.4D AF Nikkor.
This is what the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 50mm 1: 1.8G SWM Aspherical looks like after prolonged use
About the picture (photo quality)
The image is sharp already with F / 1.8. Maximum sharpness is achieved in the area of the aperture F / 5.6. The contrast is very good. The lens tolerates back and side light, sometimes it can catch hares. The bokeh of the lens is smooth and smooth, not as rough as that of Nikon 50mm 1: 1.8D AF Nikkor. When the aperture is closed, the lens makes of luminous objects 14 beam stars. On the open diaphragm, pronounced freezing. Chromatic aberrations quite strong up to F2.8, but this is typical of this kind of lenses. By the way, Nikon 50 / 1.8G for 2013 is Nikon's only fifty dollars using special aspherical element. In general, image quality is on top.
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 50mm 1: 1.8G SWM Aspherical on camera Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro
Sample photos on Nikon D5100
All photos from Nikon D5100 without treatment. Reduced size and imprinted data with EXIF.
You will find many more examples in my post 'Fall 2020 on Nikon D40 and Nikkor 50 / 1.8G'
Sample photos on Nikon D700
In more detail about all-all 50-mm fast autofocus lenses Nikon can read here.
Sample photos on Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro
Examples on the legendary camera Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro (Nikon F mount) see here.
Video review
Video review available at this link, or embedded below:
Lens prices
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Conclusions
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 50mm 1: 1.8G SWM Aspherical is a good fast prime. Suitable as a budget portrait lens on DX cameras, it has good sharpness and color reproduction. I believe Nikon AF-S Nikkor 50mm 1: 1.8G SWM Aspherical the most optimal fifty dollars in the price \ quality section.
UPDATE: in 2016, a Chinese copy of this lens appeared at a cost 2-3 times lower than the original. See YONGNUO 50mm 1: 1.8 review (YN50mm F1.8N).
If there are any incomprehensible moments on the lens, ask me in the comments.
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Nikonovskie fifty dollars are not suitable for macro.
With regards to Sigma: a very large variation in parameters. It is necessary to choose.
If you want a macro "cheap and cheerful" - buy a penny
Arsat 50 / 2.0 and a reversing ring to it (in order to hook the lens with the back to the camera)
Arkady. 1) If you compare this lens for ff cameras and 35mm 1.8 for dx cameras (eff 53mm), then which one do you prefer considering the crop factor. 2) What lens for dx after whale would you buy first?
I will be grateful for the answer!
1) fifty dollars is fifty dollars, he would give preference.
2) I would buy a lens that I would need for my tasks.
Good evening, Arkady. I would like to know your opinion: I have a D 3100 from 18-55, I want to change the lens to Nikon 50mm f / 1.8G AF-S, and in your opinion “50” is suitable for permanent, universal use, for landscapes, architecture, portraits and etc. thanks in advance for your reply
advise that it is better to buy d3100 (18-105VR) or D5100 (18-55mm VR) and buy 50mm f / 1.8G AF-S
to one of them? Only photo quality is interesting.
D5100 18-105 + 50 1.8
Look at “hello” d5100 18-105. It goes now 5667 UAH. In March they have a special offer, if you make out a loan in a store at an Internet price, then they make 10% of the ski, and the price is 5100+ 2% overpayment, 102 UAH. The price is 5200;) !!! And so with any product over 1000 UAH. I'm in Zaporozhye.
Good evening, Arkady. I would like to know your opinion: I have a D 3100 from 18-55, I want to change the lens to a Nikon 50mm f / 1.8G AF-S, and in your opinion “50 ″ is suitable for permanent, universal use, for landscapes, architectures, portraits and etc. thank you in advance for your reply
Hello. Can you please tell me if it is possible to get the bokeh effect with the kit18-55 3.5 / 5.6 G yf D3200 lens? or leave this venture and buy a lens ...?
Can. But only for small items.
Hello!
I have a Nikon D3000 carcass, and I’m not sure which lens is better to take - Nikon 50mm f / 1.8G AF-S or Nikon 35mm f / 1.8g af-s. tell me what is better to take, there is also a whale lens available.
Take 50 1.8, for a wider angle you have a regular lens.
thanks for the advice)
it turns out that 50 1,8 will serve as a better staff than 35 1,8? The fact is that I am looking for a high-aperture lens “for every day” that would allow me not to carry a whale, dark one (forget about it or give it as a gift), and use 18-105 or 55-200 as the second lens. I'm not sure, but it seems to me that the focal points of the half-band, 35-ki and the whale are so close that for reportage shooting you don't want to change them often back and forth, it's better to zoom with your feet. Just what to choose between 50 and 35 ?? In short, like this: I am looking for one lens for all occasions (50 or 35) + travel zoom. Who can - tell me. There is one more criterion - I like to take pictures of my loved ones (my language does not yet turn to write PORTRAITS) with a blurred background. From your article, Arkady, how to photograph with a blurred background, it turns out that 18-105 or 55-200 will also do a good job with this task. Maybe buy a zoom first? And then I will decide whether high-aperture optics are needed?
An interesting question, but there is no answer .... I am tormented by a similar question.
For DX cameras, the fixed-stand is exactly 35 1.8. For FX cameras, the fixed-stand is 50mm, as in the good old days.
Thank you
Hello! Tell me then choose on Nikon D5100 for portraiture?
Nikon 50mm f / 1.8G AF-S or Nikon 85mm f / 1.8G AF-S. I want to shoot my face close-up and also in full growth.
Good evening, please tell me what is better to take a Nikon AF 50mm f / 1.8D or AF-S 35mm f / 1.8G DX lens
I have a nikon d90, there is still a 18-105 lens. Thanks in advance for the answer.
I have a Nikon D3100 confused between two lenses Nikon 40 f / 2.8G AF-S DX Micro NIKKOR and Nikon 50 f / 1.8G AF-S Nikkor. I like to shoot macro. I want to buy a lens to replace Helios 81N. (Manual focus is not mine)
Hello, please advise, for this lens, a Marumi 58mm UV or Hoya 58mm UV (C) HMC filter? The price is not large and almost the same for both filters, I don’t know which company is more reliable. Thanks))!
Good evening Arkady, please tell me on the same holes, for example, on “1.8”, lenses Nikkor af 1.8 50mm and Nikkor af 1.4 50mm, Will the aperture ratio be the same with the same holes? Well, and the excerpt, respectively? A little more detail, if possible.
With the same value of the number F, the same shutter speed will be. If you delve into very complex subtleties, then the amount of light received using different lenses will be slightly different due to the loss of light flux when passing through the lenses.
Those. The same shutter speed will be, with the same F values of different lenses, what did I give above?
Yes, at the same aperture values - the same shutter speed.
Thank you, now I made up my mind to choose a lens, and settled on Nikkor af 50mm 1.8 D, since there is no difference in aperture ratio if you shoot with aperture starting from 1.8 =), and judging by the sharpness, judging by different reviews, it is inferior to 1.4 in a very small fraction, which is not critical .
And I heard that on aperture 1.4, it is very difficult to achieve sharp photographs.
Good evening, Arkady! I want to buy the first DSLR, I need it for family photos, shooting outdoors, indoors. Which is better to get: Nikon D3100 KIT or Nikon D3100 body + Nikon 50mm f / 1.8G AF-S Nikkor. Thank you for the answer.
Pavel, with a 50mm lens on the d3100, shooting at home indoors may not be very convenient, since the focal length on the d3100 of the Nikon 50mm f / 1.8G AF-S Nikkor will be 75 mm, but in nature it’s the best)) so it’s better to body immediately))
Thank you
Excellent article.
Hello, sorry for the maybe stupid question, I’m just still a beginner in the world of photography, I have a D5100 camera I want to buy a lens in an online store like this Nikon Nikkor AF-S 50mm F / 1.8G Lens. The question is this is the same one that you demonstrated in the photos. thanks a lot.
Yes, this is the same lens.
Good evening Arkady. Thank you for your tests and reviews !!!
I'm tormented by the choice, I broke my whole head. I have a Nikon D7000, which of the two lenses is better to buy, and if you can, then your arguments. Thanks in advance!!!
Nikon 50mm f / 1.8G AF-S Nikkor
or
Nikon 50 f / 1.8D AF Nikkor
Tell me, please, how will this lens behave with macro rings on the Nikon 5000?
Help me please. Need a fast lens for shooting a daughter’s ballroom dancing contest. Nikon 50mm f / 1.8G AF-S Nikkor fit? I have a Nikon D5100. Or is it better to flash the Metz 44 AF-1? and maybe both are worth buying.
Tell me please! I have Nikon D 90, a 50mm 1.8G lens, I shot them for the first time in the studio, but the photos are obtained with a smeared face, am I doing something wrong? Tell me!)
Hello, please advise which camera is better than Nikon D3100 kit 18-55mm VR or Nikon D5100 kit 18-55mm + 55-300mm VR. Many thanks! :)