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Nikon Inc 2199 AF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.8G camera lens
Fast f/1.8 50 mm prime lens with silent autofocus and 58 mm filter thread for Nikon F-mount cameras
- PartSLR Lenses
- TypeFixed Length Lens
- ColorBlack
- Diameter58 mm
- CompatibilityNikon
- Focus TypeAuto Manual Manual/Auto
- Fast f/1.8 aperture excels in low light
- Shallow depth of field creates beautiful background blur
- Silent Wave Motor delivers fast, precise autofocus
- Aspherical element with Super Integrated Coating reduces flare and ghosting
- Compatible with both FX and DX Nikon F-mount cameras
What the lens is
The Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.8G is a fast FX-format prime lens designed for Nikon F-mount cameras. It covers both FX and DX sensor formats and delivers a classic normal field of view. The bright f/1.8 maximum aperture enables shallow depth of field and strong low-light performance. Silent Wave Motor autofocus and an M/A focus switch provide quick, quiet operation with instant manual override.
Suited for portraits and low light.
Photographers who want a lightweight prime for portraits, street work or available-light shooting will benefit from the wide aperture and 47-degree angle of view on FX. The 0.15x magnification and 1.48ft close-focus limit mean it cannot serve as a macro lens or capture extreme close-ups. Users needing variable focal lengths or higher magnification should look at different optics.
The deciding spec is the 50mm f/1.8 FX prime design
The fixed 50mm focal length combined with the f/1.8 maximum aperture defines the lens's character for depth-of-field control and low-light gathering. The 58mm filter thread and 7-element optical formula with one aspherical element support that core design. If your shooting demands zoom flexibility or closer focusing than 1.48ft, this specification will not meet those needs.
Highlights
- Fast f/1.8 aperture excels in low light
- Shallow depth of field creates beautiful background blur
- Silent Wave Motor delivers fast, precise autofocus
- Aspherical element with Super Integrated Coating reduces flare and ghosting
- Compatible with both FX and DX Nikon F-mount cameras
Specifications
| Brand | Nikon |
|---|---|
| Model | 2199 |
| Part | SLR Lenses |
| Type | Fixed Length Lens |
| Color | Black |
| Diameter | 58 mm |
| Compatibility | Nikon |
| Focus Type | Auto Manual Manual/Auto |
| Focal Length | 50 mm |
| Aperture | Maximum: f/1.8 Minimum: f/16 |
| Format | Nikon FX/35mm Film, Nikon DX |
| Camera Mount | Nikon F |
| Angle of View | 31.3 - 47 degrees |
| Minimum Focus Distance | 1.48ft |
| Magnification | 0.15x |
| Lens Construction | 7 elements in 6 groups |
| Filter thread (Diameter) | 58 mm |
| Specifications | Diaphragm Blades: 7 Distance Information: Yes Aspherical Elements: 1 Super Integrated Coating: Yes AF-S (Silent Wave Motor): Yes G-type: Yes Accepts Filter Type: Screw-on |
| Autofocus | Yes |
| Features | Fast, f/1.8 compact FX-format prime (fixed focal length) lens Get astonishing low light results Achieve more natural depth of field Shoot tack-sharp portraits every time |
| Dimensions | 2.80" x 2.10" (Diameter x Length) |
| Weight | 6.6oz |
| Shipping weight | 0.47 kg |
| Package size | 173 × 130 × 124 mm |
Questions about this item
Will the 58 mm filter thread fit my existing screw-on filters?
Yes, the lens has a 58 mm screw-on filter thread that accepts standard 58 mm filters.
How do I switch between autofocus and manual focus on this lens?
Use the M/A focus mode switch on the barrel; move it to M/A for autofocus with manual override or to M for full manual focus.
Does the 7-blade diaphragm need any maintenance to keep round bokeh?
No, the 7-blade rounded diaphragm is internal and requires no user maintenance; keep the lens clean and store it capped.
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