PixelMeter

Compare Lenses

Search lenses by name or brand

1 lens

Clear all
Lenses compared side by side
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 50mm f/1.4G
74 PixelMeter Score 21 reviews

Pros Pros
  • Compact and lightweight build
  • Pleasant and smooth bokeh rendition
  • Near-silent autofocus operation
  • Durable construction with weather sealing
  • Excellent sharpness at intermediate apertures
Cons Cons
  • Visible chromatic aberration and coma
  • Softness and reduced contrast at wide apertures
  • Slow autofocus performance
  • Strong vignetting and distortion at f/1.4
  • Poor flare resistance

Launch price Launch price $489.95
Focal length & aperture Focal length & aperture 50mm f/1.4
Mount & coverage Mount & coverage Nikon F · Full-Frame
Stabilization Stabilization None
Close focus Close focus 45 cm (0.15x)
Filter thread Filter thread 58mm
Autofocus motor Autofocus motor Ring-type ultrasonic
Weight & size Weight & size 280g (9.9 oz) · 73.5 x 54.2 mm (2.89 x 2.13 in)

Announcement date Announcement date September 22, 2008
Launch MSRP Launch MSRP $489.95
Lens mount Lens mount Nikon F
Image circle coverage Image circle coverage Full-Frame
Lens type Lens type Prime

Elements Elements 8
Groups Groups 7

Focal length (wide) Focal length (wide) 50mm
Max aperture Max aperture f/1.4
Minimum aperture Minimum aperture f/16
Diaphragm blades Diaphragm blades 9

Diagonal angle of view Diagonal angle of view 46°

Autofocus motor Autofocus motor Ring-type ultrasonic
Minimum focus distance Minimum focus distance 45 cm
Maximum magnification Maximum magnification 0.15x
Focus mechanism Focus mechanism Unit focus

Optical stabilization (OIS) Optical stabilization (OIS) No

Weight Weight 280g (9.9 oz)
Maximum diameter Maximum diameter 73.5mm (2.89 in)
Length Length 54.2mm (2.13 in)
Filter thread Filter thread 58mm
Weather sealing Weather sealing None