Nikon 50mm f/1.8 G AF-S Nikkor Lens

Fast, compact prime lens with superior optical performance.

The AF-S Nikkor 50mm f/1.8G lens features a fast maximum aperture that is ideal for everyday shooting, perfect in low lighting situations and great for producing images with beautiful background blur (Bokeh). It includes Silent Wave Motor technology (SWM) for fast and precise autofocus, M/A focus mode switch for seamless changes between manual and autofocus operation and an aspherical lens element for outstanding optical performance with high contrast.

Key Features:

Astonishing Low Light Results:
This lightweight standard lens is a great travel companion because you never know when a beautiful, sunny day will turn cloudy and rainy. With its fast f/1.8 aperture, the AF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.8G will capture even low-light situations with stunning brilliance.

Beautiful Background Blur:
Whether you're shooting portraits, food or nature—indoors or outdoors—the AF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.8G renders a beautiful, natural background blur (Bokeh) at its wider aperture settings. And its 50mm focal length is perfect for creating natural perspective in your photographs.

Silent Wave Motor:
A significant innovation in AF lens technology, Nikon's Silent Wave Motor uses ultrasonic (inaudible) vibrations—rather than a gear system—to focus the lens, providing incredibly smooth, silent and precise autofocus operation.

Quick Switching from AF to MF:
When fine manual focusing is needed, simply rotate the lens focus ring—M/A mode allows you to seamlessly override the AF system with virtually no time lag.

SIC Reduces Lens Flare and Ghosting:
Nikon's Super Integrated Coating enhances light transmission efficiency and offers superior color consistency and reduced lens flare.

Go Light:
Weighing in at only 6.5 ounces (185g) and boasting a weather-sealed metal mount, this remarkably lightweight and compact "take anywhere" lens is perfect for portraiture or general photography. With its strong combination of classic focal length, speed and quality optics, it easily deserves a place in every photographer’s bag.

The sharpness, fine detail and natural bokeh in the background in this photo demonstrate the level of quality this lens possesses. Shutter speed: 1/2000s, Aperture: f/2.5, Focal length: 50mm