Nikon

AF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.8G

The essential Nikon F-mount prime — the AF-S 50mm f/1.8G delivers a natural 50mm perspective on full-frame bodies like the D850, and a 75mm portrait-length equivalent on APS-C bodies like the D7500. It is the most popular lens upgrade for Nikon DSLR owners, offering genuine f/1.8 speed, silent SWM autofocus, and excellent sharpness at a very accessible price. Compatible with both FX and DX Nikon F-mount bodies — a true system workhorse.

Starting from
£169 new
Average price across retailers: ~£184
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Core
Released
2011
Aperture
f/1.8 (max aperture)
Compatible Mount
Nikon F-mount (FX / DX)
Dimensions
72mm diameter × 52.5mm length
Weight
185g
Weather Sealed
No
Performance
AF Motor
Silent Wave Motor (SWM) — fast and near-silent with full-time manual override
Optical IS
None (relies on body VR if available)
Burst Rate
N/A
Battery Life
N/A
Optics
Min. Focus Distance
45cm minimum focus distance
Viewfinder
N/A
Screen
N/A
Memory Cards
N/A
Connectivity
N/A

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GearScore™ — Suitability by Genre
Portrait
9.0
Travel
7.0
Street
7.0
Great For
👤
Portrait f/1.8 delivers excellent subject separation — a flattering 50mm perspective on D850 or 75mm portrait equivalent on D7500.
✈️
Travel Lightweight, compact, and versatile — the ideal prime for Nikon F-mount travel kits.
🏙️
Street A natural perspective and fast AF make it a capable street photography lens for F-mount shooters.
⚠️ Not Ideal For

No significant limitations identified — this is a versatile camera without obvious weak spots for most shooters.

📝 How suitability scores are calculated Scores reflect the aggregated consensus from verified purchaser reviews across tracked UK retailers, weighted by photography genre tags applied by reviewers. This is community opinion — not GearFrame editorial assessment.
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