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Technical Details
- Normal angle of view on FX-format cameras - Classic, normal angle of view when used on a Nikon FX-format digital SLR or 35mm film camera
- An ideal portrait lens when used on a Nikon DX-format digital SLR, approximating the angle of view similar to that of a 75mm lens
- Nikon Super Integrated Coating (SIC) enhances light transmission efficiency and offers superior color consistency and reduced flare
- Exclusive Nikon Silent Wave Motor (SWM) enables fast, accurate, and quiet autofocus
- Close focusing to 1.5 feet
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2010-02-10
By Jens Zorn (Ann Arbor, MI USA)
I had been using an earlier version of the 50mm AF f/1.8 lens on my D100 and D40. Then, because the older f/1.8 lens had to be manually focused on the D40, I bought the 50mm f/1.4. This is a step up from the f/1.8, not only for the extra light gathering power but also with the internal focusing motor that permits AF operation on the D40. It is relatively expensive ($400 or so), but with Nikon’s policy of maintaining backward compatibility in lens mounts, I regard it as a component that can be used when the D100 and D40 are retired in favor of more modern equipment. The $400 is an expense that can be amortized over the next decade. Overall, an excellent lens that I find particularly satisfying for portrait work.
2010-02-08
By Leigh McMullen (Atlanta, GA)
This review is specifically for folks, like myself who already own the AF-D 50 f1.4 and are thinking of “upgrading” to the AF-S version of this lens. I was hoping that the AF-S “upgrade” would bring snap-quick focus speeds. It doesn’t. The AF-S version of the lens does not focus noticeably faster than the older AF-D.
Additionally, optically the AF-D and AF-S 50 f1.4s are indistinguishable.
If you already have the AF-D 50 f1.4 don’t bother trying to upgrade your glass. if you don’t this is a great lens and everyone should own one. You might consider seeing if you can get a discount on an older AF-D version and save a little money.
2010-01-07
By AJR
It’s fast and great optically. For portraits or poorly lit subjects where a flash is not allowed (or not wanted) this is the perfect lens. On a DX format camera it’s a bit long (field of view is about 75mm equivalent) for some inside work, a 28 or 35mm focal length might be a better option (but 1.8 is the faster you can get in those focal lengths).
2010-01-06
By Micah
I had two of the previous generation of 50/1.4 AF before owning this lens. I’ve tried both versions on a D2x, d90, a d300, d3, and d3x. This is the better version, and it’s really the top of the heap, short of the MF 1.2 or a bloody Leica. So if you want sharp and AF simultaneously, this is your best bet.
Yes, it could be a touch sharper wide open. It could also be five times more expensive. It’s sharper edge to edge than the old version at all settings. It’s sharper in the corners than the Sigma or the Canon 1.2.
All around I’m quite happy.
I am nervous about only one thing: while blowing dust off I tapped the rear element with the plastic tip of my blower bulb. It made a quite resonant “TING”. Looking at the diagrams on Nikon’s site, it is a very thin element. Moreso than the previous generation. For the most part, this seems to be a much more robust build than the previous 1.4AF. (I owned two because I pretty nearly destroyed my first one…it did still work even so.) But that rear element does give me pause and I now try to shift it forward before and after mounting it (when I can remember).
Optically, can’t complain. Focus doesn’t seem any faster or slower than the previous version. It’s more comfortable to hold since nothing spins or moves externally while it’s focusing. It’s quieter, which is nice in the dim situations I often use it it.
It actually focuses properly on my d90, unlike other fast nikon glass. (I’ve tried many d90’s and it seems that d90’s just don’t focus precisely with their center point with large aperture screw driven lenses.)
Good stuff. If you shoot film or FX get one. If you have a DX, get the 35/1.8 AFS. If you have the 35/1.8 AFS, get this too! If you are using your Nikon DSLR for video, you should get like ten of these. Ok, maybe one. But still, it’s that nice.
Hope you found this useful. Enjoy shooting!
2009-12-19
By Anthony Loh (NY, USA)
This is an excellence “fast” lens - very sharp and the auto focus is fast and accurate. This is one that you want when shoot in a low light environment where flash is not permitted.
Having said that, however, it is so much more expensive than the Nikkor 50mm f1.4D without significantly improvement on the optical quality. If you own a entry level Nikon dSLR (e.g., D40/x, D60, D3000, D5000) without an internal motor to power the D-series lens (or lenses without internal motor of their own) then, you will like this one. If you own a more advance dSLR (D80, D90, D300/s) then, you are better off economically with the 50 f1.4D.
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