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Nikon AF-S Nikkor 58mm f/1.4G
- Focal length
- 58 mm
- Aperture
- f/1.4
- Weight
- 385 g
- Filter diameter
- 72 mm
- Min. focus distance
- 58 cm
- Length
- 70 mm
At a Glance
The AF-S Nikkor 58mm f/1.4G is a standard prime for Nikon F-mount on full frame. Its very wide f/1.4 aperture allows short shutter times in low light and shallow depth of field. It weighs 385 g and focuses down to 58 cm. It suits everyday, street and low-light shooting.
Good for
- Everyday
- Street
- Low light
Derived from the manufacturer data, not from our own tests. How we check
Technical Specifications
- Min. focal length
- 58 mm
- Max. focal length
- 58 mm
- Max. aperture (min. zoom)
- f/1.4
- Max. aperture (max. zoom)
- f/1.4
- Min. aperture
- f/16
- Elements
- 9
- Groups
- 6
- Weight
- 385 g (0.85 lb)
- Filter diameter
- 72 mm
- Min. focus distance
- 58 cm (22.83 in)
- Max. magnification
- 1:7.7 (0.13×)
- Length
- 70 mm (2.76 in)
- Diameter
- 85 mm (3.35 in)
- Released
- October 2013
Manufacturer data: nikonusa.com, nikon.com
Last checked: October 13, 2026 (against the manufacturer data) · How we check
Which cameras does the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 58mm f/1.4G fit?
The Nikon AF-S Nikkor 58mm f/1.4G 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 87 mm in full-frame terms.
Nikon F-Mount cameras
With the Nikon FTZ II / FTZ the lens can also be used on Nikon Z (DX/FX) cameras.
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 58mm f/1.4G compared
Key specs side by side with the most similar Nikon F-Mount lenses.
| Lens | Nikon AF-S Nikkor 58mm f/1.4G | Voigtlander 58mm F1.4 Nokton SL II | Meyer-Optik Gorlitz Biotar 58mm f/1.5 II | Nikon AF Nikkor 50mm f/1.4D |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 58 mm | 58 mm | 58 mm | 50 mm |
| Max. aperture | f/1.4 | f/1.4 | f/1.5 | f/1.4 |
| Weight | 385 g | 320 g | 445 g | 230 g |
| Filter diameter | 72 mm | 52 mm | 52 mm | 52 mm |
| Min. focus distance | 58 cm | 45 cm | 70 cm | 45 cm |
| Length | 70 mm | 45.5 mm | 95 mm | 42.5 mm |
| Autofocus | yes | no | no | yes |
| Image stabilization | no | no | no | no |
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 58mm f/1.4G: FAQ
Does the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 58mm f/1.4G have autofocus?
Yes, the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 58mm f/1.4G has autofocus.
Does the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 58mm f/1.4G have image stabilization?
No, the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 58mm f/1.4G 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 58mm f/1.4G weigh?
The Nikon AF-S Nikkor 58mm f/1.4G weighs 385 g. It is 70 mm long with a diameter of 85 mm.
What filter size does the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 58mm f/1.4G use?
The Nikon AF-S Nikkor 58mm f/1.4G takes 72 mm screw-in filters.
How close can the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 58mm f/1.4G focus?
The minimum focus distance of the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 58mm f/1.4G is 58 cm, measured from the sensor plane.
Is the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 58mm f/1.4G a full-frame lens?
Yes, the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 58mm f/1.4G covers full frame. On APS-C cameras its field of view equals 87 mm in full-frame terms.
Similar lenses
Voigtlander 58mm F1.4 Nokton SL II
58mm · f/1.4
Meyer-Optik Gorlitz Biotar 58mm f/1.5 II
58mm · f/1.5
Nikon AF Nikkor 50mm f/1.4D
50mm · f/1.4
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 50mm F1.4G
50mm · f/1.4
Sigma 50mm F1.4 DG HSM Art
50mm · f/1.4
Sigma 50mm F1.4 EX DG HSM
50mm · f/1.4
Tokina Opera 50mm F1.4
50mm · f/1.4
Zeiss Otus 55mm F1.4
55mm · f/1.4
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