Nikon

Nikon NIKKOR Z 50mm f/1.4

An affordable fast-50 undercutting the S-line 50mm f/1.2 — reviewers note it isn't exceptionally sharp wide open or at the corners despite Nikon's marketing, but delivers strong bokeh character at a fraction of the S-line price. Bought by enthusiasts wanting the f/1.4 look without S-line cost.

Starting from
£499 new
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Clifton Cameras
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£499
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Core
Released
2024
Lens Type
Prime
Focal Length
50mm
Aperture
f/1.4
Compatible Mount
Nikon Z-mount
Filter Size
62mm
Dimensions
74.5mm x 86.5mm
Weight
420g
Weather Sealed
Yes
Optics & Focus
AF Motor
Stepping motor (STM)
Optical IS
None (relies on body IS if available)
Aperture Blades
9
Min. Focus Distance
0.37m

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GearScore™ — Suitability by Genre

Base score — computed from verified specs for an enthusiast shooting photo and video. Camera Match adjusts it for your skill level and priorities.

Portrait
7.1
Street
7.1
Travel
5.7
Wedding & Events
6.6
Filmmaking
5.8
Documentary
6.5
Landscape
5.8
Casual
6.7
Food
5.6
Architecture
5.3
Astrophotography
5.6
Underwater
5.5
✅ Great For
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Portrait 7.1 Strong on maximum aperture, focal length and autofocus. f/1.4 background separation at a fraction of the S-line 50mm f/1.2 price.
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Street 7.1 Strong on portability, focal length and maximum aperture.
⚠️ Not Ideal For
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Architecture 5.3 Held back by focal length and optical stabilisation.
📝 How suitability scores are calculated GearScore™ genre scores are calculated from this camera's verified specifications — autofocus, sensor, weight, weather sealing and more — weighted by what matters for each type of photography. Where a spec sheet misses something (e.g. a manual-focus rangefinder for street), we apply a documented editorial adjustment. Scores are not based on customer reviews. See our full methodology →
Price History — NIKKOR Z 50mm f/1.4