Nikon AF-S 50mm f/1.4G Nikkor Lens

Fast f/1.4 Prime Nikkor Lens
Silent Wave Motor/Fast, Accurate AF
Ideal Portrait Lens on DX-format D-SLRs
Super Integrated Coating (SIC)
Close Focusing to 1.5' (0.5 m)
Normal Angle of View on FX-format D-SLRs
Weighs only 9.9 oz (280 g)
Only 2.1" (54.2mm) Long

The AF-S Nikkor 50mm F1.4 G is Nikon's latest take on the classic 'standard lens' concept, and was introduced in September 2008. It's a replacement for the older AF-Nikkor 50mm F1.4D which we reviewed last year, with revised optics to better meet the demands of modern high-resolution full frame sensors. The optical formula is an updated version of the classic 'double Gauss' design, with an additional element placed towards the rear to give an 8 element, 7 group configuration. According to Nikon, this improves correction of off-axis aberrations, which promises better performance towards the edges of the frame particularly when using large apertures.

Silent Wave Motor

SWM (Silent Wave Motor) enables quiet automatic focusing with quick and convenient switching between autofocus and manual operation

Non-Rotating Barrel

Non-rotating front element allows the use of circular polarizing filters and lens-mounted flash accessories

Super Integrated Coating (SIC)

Super Integrated Coating (SIC) delivers superior color performance, while substantially reducing ghosting and flare

Rounded Diaphragm

9-blade rounded diaphragm makes out-of-focus elements blend together smoothly for natural-looking backgrounds

M/A Focus Mode

M/A Focus Mode allows fast, smooth transitions, autofocus to manual operation