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Nikon AF Nikkor 50mm f/1.8D

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Nikon AF Nikkor 50mm f/1.8D

Focal length
50 mm
Aperture
f/1.8
Weight
155 g
Filter diameter
52 mm
Min. focus distance
45 cm
Length
39 mm

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At a Glance

This is a standard prime for Nikon F-mount, used on full frame. The f/1.8 maximum aperture allows shorter shutter times in dim light and a shallow depth of field. At 155 g it is compact, which suits everyday shooting, street photography and travel. It focuses down to 45 cm, a magnification of 0.15x.

Good for

  • Everyday
  • Street
  • Low light
  • Travel

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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/22
Elements
6
Groups
5
Weight
155 g (0.34 lb)
Filter diameter
52 mm
Min. focus distance
45 cm (17.72 in)
Max. magnification
1:6.7 (0.15×)
Length
39 mm (1.54 in)
Diameter
63.5 mm (2.5 in)

Manufacturer data: nikonusa.com

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

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Which cameras does the Nikon AF Nikkor 50mm f/1.8D fit?

The Nikon AF Nikkor 50mm f/1.8D 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 Nikkor 50mm f/1.8D compared

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

LensNikon AF Nikkor 50mm f/1.8DNikon AF-S Nikkor 50mm F1.8GNikon AF-S Nikkor 50mm f/1.8G Special EditionNikon AF Nikkor 50mm f/1.4D
Focal length50 mm50 mm50 mm50 mm
Max. aperturef/1.8f/1.8f/1.8f/1.4
Weight155 g185 g185 g230 g
Filter diameter52 mm58 mm58 mm52 mm
Min. focus distance45 cm45 cm45 cm45 cm
Length39 mm52.5 mm52.5 mm42.5 mm
Autofocusyesyesyesyes
Image stabilizationnononono

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Nikon AF Nikkor 50mm f/1.8D: FAQ

Does the Nikon AF Nikkor 50mm f/1.8D have autofocus?

Yes, the Nikon AF Nikkor 50mm f/1.8D has autofocus.

Does the Nikon AF Nikkor 50mm f/1.8D have image stabilization?

No, the Nikon AF Nikkor 50mm f/1.8D 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 Nikkor 50mm f/1.8D weigh?

The Nikon AF Nikkor 50mm f/1.8D weighs 155 g. It is 39 mm long with a diameter of 63.5 mm.

What filter size does the Nikon AF Nikkor 50mm f/1.8D use?

The Nikon AF Nikkor 50mm f/1.8D takes 52 mm screw-in filters.

How close can the Nikon AF Nikkor 50mm f/1.8D focus?

The minimum focus distance of the Nikon AF Nikkor 50mm f/1.8D is 45 cm, measured from the sensor plane.

Is the Nikon AF Nikkor 50mm f/1.8D a full-frame lens?

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

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