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Nikon AF-S Nikkor 50mm f/1.8G Special Edition

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Nikon AF-S Nikkor 50mm f/1.8G Special Edition

Focal length
50 mm
Aperture
f/1.8
Weight
185 g
Filter diameter
58 mm
Min. focus distance
45 cm
Length
52.5 mm
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At a Glance

At just 185 g, this standard prime is compact. The 50 mm f/1.8 is made for Nikon F-mount full frame and includes an aspherical element. Its f/1.8 aperture allows shorter shutter times in low light. The minimum focus distance is 45 cm. It suits everyday shooting, street, low light and travel.

Good for

  • Everyday
  • Street
  • Low light
  • Travel

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Technical Specifications

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Min. focal length
50 mm
Max. focal length
50 mm
Max. aperture (min. zoom)
f/1.8
Max. aperture (max. zoom)
f/1.8
Min. aperture
f/16
Elements
7
Groups
6
Weight
185 g (0.41 lb)
Filter diameter
58 mm
Min. focus distance
45 cm (17.72 in)
Max. magnification
1:6.7 (0.15×)
Length
52.5 mm (2.07 in)
Diameter
72 mm (2.83 in)

Manufacturer data: imaging.nikon.com, nikonusa.com

Last checked: October 13, 2026 (against the manufacturer data) · How we check

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Which cameras does the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 50mm f/1.8G Special Edition fit?

The Nikon AF-S Nikkor 50mm f/1.8G Special Edition is a full-frame lens for Nikon F-Mount cameras. On full-frame bodies it uses the whole sensor; on APS-C Nikon F-Mount cameras its field of view equals 75 mm in full-frame terms.

Nikon F-Mount cameras

Full frame:
Nikon D6,Nikon D780,Nikon D850,Nikon D5,Nikon D810A,Nikon D4S,Nikon D810,Nikon D750,Nikon Df,Nikon D610,Nikon D4,Nikon D800,Nikon D800E,Nikon D600,Nikon D3S,Nikon D3X,Nikon D700
APS-C:
Nikon D3500,Nikon D7500,Nikon D500,Nikon D3400,Nikon D5600,Nikon D5500,Nikon D7200,Nikon D3300,Nikon D7100,Nikon D5300,Nikon D3200,Nikon D5200,Nikon D5100,Nikon D7000,Nikon D3100,Nikon D300S,Nikon D5000,Nikon D3000,Nikon D90,Nikon D60

With the Nikon FTZ II / FTZ the lens can also be used on Nikon Z (DX/FX) cameras.

Nikon AF-S Nikkor 50mm f/1.8G Special Edition compared

Key specs side by side with the most similar Nikon F-Mount lenses.

LensNikon AF-S Nikkor 50mm f/1.8G Special EditionNikon AF Nikkor 50mm f/1.8DNikon AF-S Nikkor 50mm F1.8GNikon AF Nikkor 50mm f/1.4D
Focal length50 mm50 mm50 mm50 mm
Max. aperturef/1.8f/1.8f/1.8f/1.4
Weight185 g155 g185 g230 g
Filter diameter58 mm52 mm58 mm52 mm
Min. focus distance45 cm45 cm45 cm45 cm
Length52.5 mm39 mm52.5 mm42.5 mm
Autofocusyesyesyesyes
Image stabilizationnononono
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Nikon AF-S Nikkor 50mm f/1.8G Special Edition: FAQ

Does the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 50mm f/1.8G Special Edition have autofocus?

Yes, the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 50mm f/1.8G Special Edition has autofocus.

Does the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 50mm f/1.8G Special Edition have image stabilization?

No, the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 50mm f/1.8G Special Edition has no stabilization of its own. On cameras with in-body image stabilization (IBIS) the image is still stabilized.

How much does the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 50mm f/1.8G Special Edition weigh?

The Nikon AF-S Nikkor 50mm f/1.8G Special Edition weighs 185 g. It is 52.5 mm long with a diameter of 72 mm.

What filter size does the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 50mm f/1.8G Special Edition use?

The Nikon AF-S Nikkor 50mm f/1.8G Special Edition takes 58 mm screw-in filters.

How close can the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 50mm f/1.8G Special Edition focus?

The minimum focus distance of the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 50mm f/1.8G Special Edition is 45 cm, measured from the sensor plane.

Is the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 50mm f/1.8G Special Edition a full-frame lens?

Yes, the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 50mm f/1.8G Special Edition covers full frame. On APS-C cameras its field of view equals 75 mm in full-frame terms.

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