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    Nikon AF Nikkor 50mm f/1.8 D

    4.5
    (1 reviews)
    Optical: 4.5
    Mechanical: 4.1
    Value: 4.9
    Focal Length
    50mm
    Aperture
    f/1.8-22
    Mount
    Nikon DX, Nikon FX
    Weight
    155g
    Nikon AF Nikkor 50mm f/1.8 D is a auto focus prime lens for full frame cameras.

    Optical design

    Wide open, subjects located outside the depth of field are shown very blurred. Has 7 aperture blades, mid-grade lenses usually have this amount of blades. Having rounded blades provides out of focus circle shape closer to a circle.

    Physical characteristics

    Weights 155 grams so convinient to carry. With a lens filter diameter of 52 mm commonly filter size, offers a wide range of filter options. 39 mm long, this small lens should be always in the camera bag.

    Nikon AF Nikkor 50mm f/1.8 D purchase historyStable

    eBay Price HistoryeBay Auction (high-low)Linear trend

    Prices have held steady across 31 months of tracked sales — pay around the $102.00 fair value and watch for outliers below it.

    Fair value (90-day)
    $102.00
    Don't exceed (P75)
    $102.00
    All-time low
    $1.00
    Latest sale
    $93.00

    Best deals

    1144 of 2199 tracked sales (52%) closed at or under the $102.00 fair value.

    • Jul 17, 2025$1.00$-101.00 / typical
    • Sep 15, 2024$19.00$-83.00 / typical
    • Sep 15, 2024$20.00$-82.00 / typical
    • Sep 15, 2024$21.00$-81.00 / typical
    • Jan 13, 2025$22.00$-80.00 / typical

    eBay Auctions

    No active auctions found.

    Technical Specifications

    Optical
    Focal Length50mm
    Aperturef/1.8-22
    Min Focus Distance0.45m
    FocusingAuto Focus
    Physical
    Weight155g
    Length39mm
    Filter Thread52mm
    MountNikon DX, Nikon FX
    FormatFull frame

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    Reviews

    Maria Ortiz4.5/5

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is the Nikon AF Nikkor 50mm f/1.8 D?

    Nikon AF Nikkor 50mm f/1.8 D is a camera lens with 50mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/1.8/22, for the Nikon DX, Nikon FX mount, supporting the Full frame format, weighing 155g.

    What mount is the Nikon AF Nikkor 50mm f/1.8 D compatible with?

    Nikon AF Nikkor 50mm f/1.8 D uses a Nikon DX, Nikon FX mount and supports the Full frame format.

    How much does the Nikon AF Nikkor 50mm f/1.8 D cost?

    Based on recent eBay sold listings the Nikon AF Nikkor 50mm f/1.8 D typically sells for around $1.00. Actual prices vary with condition and seller.

    Is the Nikon AF Nikkor 50mm f/1.8 D a good lens?

    Nikon AF Nikkor 50mm f/1.8 D has a community rating of 4.5/5 from 1 review(s).

    Which lenses are similar to the Nikon AF Nikkor 50mm f/1.8 D?

    Similar lenses include Carl Zeiss Makro-Planar T 50mm f/2 Z, Micro-Nikkor-PC 55mm f/3.5 Auto, Nikon AF Micro Nikkor 60mm f/2.8 D.

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    Review Summary

    Overall Rating
    4.5
    Optical4.5/5
    Mechanical4.1/5
    Value4.9/5
    Bokeh4.1/5
    Usability4.8/5
    Based on 23 reviewers

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