Used Nikon AF 50mm f/1.8
Condition & contents
| Testing | Fully tested |
|---|---|
| Warranty | 6 month warranty |
| Includes | As Seen |
At a glance: Classic compact 50mm f/1.8 'nifty fifty' for full-frame Nikon - screw-drive AF, mechanical aperture ring.
About this lens
The Nikon AF 50mm f/1.8 is the classic "nifty fifty" fast normal prime from Nikon's AF line. Compact, light, and affordable, it has been a staple of Nikon kits for decades - a sharp and versatile lens for portraits, low light, and everyday photography.
Build & handling
| Autofocus | Screw-drive AF (requires body with AF motor) |
|---|---|
| Minimum focus distance | 0.45m |
| Filter thread | 52mm |
| Weight | ~160g |
| Aperture ring | Yes |
Works with
- Nikon F-mount full-frame (FX) DSLRs with in-body AF motor (D7xxx, D8xx, pro bodies)
- Nikon film SLRs - the mechanical aperture ring is fully compatible with manual-aperture bodies
- Nikon DX (APS-C) DSLRs (75mm equivalent); entry-level DX bodies (D3xxx/D5xxx) will be manual-focus only
Best for
A popular first prime lens for Nikon shooters - fast aperture, low weight, and genuinely sharp stopped down. On DX bodies it becomes a short portrait lens (75mm equivalent). Requires a Nikon DSLR with an in-body AF motor for autofocus; manual focus only on entry-level bodies.
Frequently asked questions
Will it autofocus on entry-level Nikon DSLRs (D3xxx / D5xxx)?
No. This lens uses screw-drive autofocus and requires a Nikon body with an in-body AF motor (D7xxx, D8xx or pro bodies, or older film SLRs). On entry-level bodies it can be used in manual focus only.
Specifications
| Focal Length | 50mm |
|---|---|
| Lens Type | Prime |
| Max Aperture | f/1.8 |
| Lens Mount | Nikon F Mount, Nikon FX Mount |
| Condition | Used |
| Brand | Nikon |