Nikon Ai-S 50mm f/1.2
Condition & contents
| Grading | Lens optics have some internal dust with haze present throughout. No fungus. Cosmetically excellent. |
|---|---|
| Testing | Fully tested |
| Warranty | 3 month warranty |
| Includes | Lens caps |
At a glance: Nikon AI-S 50mm f/1.2 - flagship fast manual-focus standard prime, f/1.2 maximum aperture.
About this lens
The Nikon AI-S 50mm f/1.2 is Nikon's flagship fast 50mm manual-focus prime - f/1.2 is exceptional for a 50mm lens, giving dramatic subject isolation and low-light capability. A cult lens for Nikon photographers who value characterful rendering from a classic optical design.
Build & handling
| Autofocus | Manual focus only |
|---|---|
| Minimum focus distance | 0.50m |
| Filter thread | 52mm |
| Weight | 380g |
| Construction | All-metal, 7-element double-Gauss optical design |
Works with
- Nikon F-mount film SLRs (any AI-S compatible body)
- Nikon F-mount DSLRs (manual focus, matrix metering on D7100+, D850, D-series pros)
- Nikon Z mirrorless via FTZ/FTZ II adapter (manual focus)
Best for
A cult Nikon 50mm - f/1.2 is exceptionally fast for a 50mm prime, giving distinctive shallow depth of field and low-light capability. Classic double-Gauss optical formula. Works on any Nikon F-mount body. Popular for portrait and environmental work where maximum aperture matters.
Frequently asked questions
Is f/1.2 dramatically different from f/1.4?
About 1/2 stop more light, giving roughly 40% more light at max aperture. Visible difference in depth of field (slightly shallower) and low-light capability. The bigger practical difference is rendering character - the 50/1.2 has distinctive glow and bokeh wide-open that some photographers specifically seek.
Specifications
| Focal Length | 50mm |
|---|---|
| Lens Type | Prime |
| Max Aperture | f/1.2 |
| Lens Mount | Nikon F Mount, Nikon FX Mount |
| Condition | Used |
| Brand | Nikon |