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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Hello! Tell me please, there is a need to shoot children's group portraits (general school photos), is this lens suitable for such purposes?
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For group portraits is not very suitable, because you will need to go back too far.
But for a portrait of 1-2-3 people very much!
I recommend reading: https://buynbest.ru/luchshij-svetosilnyj-obektiv-nikon/#alter
For an individual portrait on a crop - it will do.
But for general photos or group can be narrow (EGF = 75mm).
The author of the article:
had the opportunity to compare 50 1,8D and 50 1,8G. no doubt - only G:
1) sharp with open (comparatively), D - only with F3.2;
2) with the filter the “internal” focusing appears on the G-version, which protects the lens from dust getting between the lenses !!!;
3) lens hood included. It can be worn on the contrary;
4) well, and the motor. For many cameras, it is in demand. For a walk, sometimes I run not D300, but D40;
Given kit G (bag, hood and motor), the price difference can be reduced. I can’t call a plus, but I dare not ignore the appearance.
Good evening! I really need the advice of a knowledgeable person)
I have a Nikon D3100 carcass. I use a whale. 18-55 lens. I shoot mainly a child. I want to buy a lens that would beautifully blur the background. Is Nikon 50mm f / 1.8G AF-S Nikkor suitable for me? Everyone advises Nikon 85mm f / 1.8G AF-S Nikkor, but it costs a lot more. Is it worth overpaying, or is it possible to limit yourself to 50mm f / 1.8G? Thank you in advance.
will fit
Either will do. But still, 85 is considered a portrait painter. On the crop, her EGF will be 128 - that is, it is within the "classic" portrait range of 80-130. A 50-ku on a crop can be considered as “almost” a portrait lens with its 75 mm EGF. So what you like (and for the money), then take it.
I've met in YouTube videos of famous photographers (if I need to search and give links) - there I advise you to shoot portraits on FR 85, 100. And in some places it is advised as a portrait 50 mm. Tell me where is better, I'm a beginner, I don't really like blur in portraits on my Nikon D3100 kit) I want better quality portraits and long-distance shots.
In general, the larger the focal length, the better. On the crop, for a start, you can get by with fifty dollars (50mm) for a portrait.
Ruslan, probably in the commercials of photographers we are talking about focal lengths (85,100) on full-matrix cameras. If we talk about crop cameras with the APS-C matrix format (d3100 d90 for example), then you need to take into account the crop factor 1.5, that is, multiply the distance by one and a half times as well. So 50 mm on a full frame = 75 mm on a crop, 100 = 150 mm. The optimal portrait range of the photographic range is considered to be about 80-120 mm on a full frame, i.e. on a crop, 50-85 mm lenses will give such a range. In this range, facial contours will be displayed correctly. With smaller f.r. the face begins to stretch, and at large it looks flattened, and the greater the difference f.r. from the range the more comical it will look.
The common misconception is that on crop we get 75mm from fifty dollars. FR optics does not change. As it was 50mm it will remain so. EGF is changing, which can be compared with 75mm in shooting angle. Distortion will remain at 50mm. Those. a portrait of 50mm will not work.
Yah!? That is, on soapboxes with a focal length of 23mm, the portrait is generally terrible? Or all the same, the air will be 80-100 and the faces are normal, only the flu is big? ))))))))
Hello everyone! please tell me how much the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 50mm 1: 1.8G SWM Aspherical lens will cost in China
So, as a portrait, this lens is very good. And how does he behave when shooting landscapes, how can you replace it with a whale one? Or that small depth of field that this lens gives out will not allow it to be used for landscapes?
narrow angle
and for wedding photos pidіyde?
will do. run a bit instead of zoom ..
Good afternoon!
Tell me, which lens is better in picture quality: this one or the Nikon 50 f / 1.8D AF Nikkor?
both are good
Good day everyone! According to your advice and criteria, Arkadi bought a Nikon 50mm f / 1.8G AF-S for Nikon D7000. I'm happy with the picture thanks for the advice and for the topic….
Good afternoon! Please, if possible, throw off a few examples of photos with this lens - I have the same camera with a whale - I would like to see the difference in the photo. Thanks in advance
which one would you recommend to take ... Nikon AF-S Nikkor 50mm 1: 1.8G or Nikon AF-S Nikkor 50mm 1: 1.4G ??
Both are good
DD! there is a Nikkor AF 50mm 1: 1.8G I want to use on the Nikon d5100. but with autofocus. Are there any adapters so as not to be steamed with focus?
Hello! I’m a complete teapot in choosing a lens, so I rely only on people who understand this. I have a Nikon D3100. I want to get beautiful bokeh, but on my kit. 18-55 it is not) Which lens, for this, would you advise to take Nikkor 50mm f / 1.8G AF-S or Nikkor 85mm f / 1.8G AF-S? As far as I understood, 85mm f / 1.8 brings the picture very close, but I would like to take full-length photographs, so that the background is beautifully blurred .Do I have enough for this purpose 50mm f / 1.8G or is it better to save up and take 85mm f / 1.8G? Thanks.
Katerina, 50 mm is more acceptable for full-length portraits. but it is possible and 85, only you will be further away from the subject almost twice. If this does not hold you back, then take 85 mm. I myself use 50mm f / 1.8G - a normal “portrait lens” for crop, more versatile and more affordable.
What is the difference between 35th and 50th?
50 F1.8 AF-S: 50mm focal length (you will move further away), there is almost no distortion (very important for a portrait and not only), aberration is less, bokeh is more pronounced, it works normally on full-matrix cameras.
35 F1.8 AF-S: 30mm focal length (you will move away less), there is distortion (not the best option for a portrait), aberrations are large, bokeh is not so pronounced, it does not work on full-matrix FX cameras (it does not work in all modes).
The package and price are identical. The speed of operation is almost no different.
Excuse me. The 35s have a focal length of 35mm.
“The lens has a focusing distance scale. Distance is shown in meters and feet. " - how is it, what for, how to use it? After all, this is a prime, not a zoom, what is this scale for if there is autofocus in the lens?
Hello! I want to buy a 50mm lens and am completely confused. I have a d3100 / Which lens is better for 1,8D AF, 1,8G AF-S or 1,4G AF-S. What is the difference?
Ruslan, the focus distance scale displays the distance at which the center of the sharply depicted space is located (!!! not the focal length, like zoom lenses !!!). I myself do not use this and I can’t name a practical application.
Sasha. Your d3100 does NOT have a built-in motor to drive the autofocus lens. Those. You need a lens with a built-in motor for autofocus to work. Designated AF-S (for Nikon) 50mm 1,8G AF-S or 50mm 1,4G AF-S. The first is two times cheaper. I advise him.
50mm 1,8D AF and 50mm 1,4D AF will also be on your d3100 and everything except autofocus will work. those. you will twist the handles.
Good afternoon. Dyakuyu for a good site, effective tsikavo. Not long ago, having bought a second-hand object for d3100. Without thinking, but far away when looking at photos of targets on a computer, with a back focus point on the focus point at the rear edge of the depth of field, 2.8 steps more beautifully on the edge itself. A piece of 1 cm in diameter for F1.8 from 50-70 cm is not hard to catch. Having tried the service on the first tili (mabut d40) - those same. Turning, the seller said so, because of the fact that there is an insurance policy on fx, that on dx, so it will be on the way, because it is necessary to adjust the dx. Three rozcharovaniy, I don’t know what it’s shukati is still here, without a change, I’m not sure (I would like to change it, it’s underdeveloped) but in stores it’s not possible to change the bayonet to scratch. Say be-weasel, why me just “lucky,” because such a problem is realizable on dx cameras with fx lenses. Dyakuyu.
PSFor readers: respectfully REVIEW the asset before buying on the back side of the BEFOCUS, save your nerves.
I use 50mm 1,8Zh on Nikon D40 and D300. No problems with focus.
By the way, I used it, but with verification.
50mm 1/8 focal length will be like on a whale 50mm? nikon d3100? or 75
Yes, like a whale.
Please tell me whether the lens will work
Canon EF 50 f / 1.8 II on nikon d 5100? Thanks in advance!