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    Nikon Nikkor 50mm f/2 AI

    3.8
    (1 reviews)
    Optical: 4.0
    Mechanical: 3.8
    Value: 4.0
    Focal Length
    50mm
    Aperture
    f/2-16
    Mount
    Nikon DX, Nikon FX
    Weight
    220g
    Nikon Nikkor 50mm f/2 AI is a manual focus prime lens for full frame cameras.

    Optical design

    Has 6 aperture blades, this number of blades are commonly used. Having rounded blades provides out of focus circle shape closer to a circle. Bright lens thanks to the high aperture value

    Physical characteristics

    With a lens filter diameter of 52 mm commonly filter size, provides a range of filter options. 53 mm long, this small lens should be always in the camera bag. Weights 220 grams so consider putting to your camera bag.

    Nikon Nikkor 50mm f/2 AI purchase historyStable

    eBay Price HistoryeBay Auction (high-low)Linear trend

    Prices have held steady across 26 months of tracked sales — pay around the $40.00 fair value and watch for outliers below it.

    Fair value (90-day)
    $40.00
    Don't exceed (P75)
    $75.00
    All-time low
    $11.00
    Latest sale
    $75.00

    Best deals

    857 of 1706 tracked sales (50%) closed at or under the $40.00 fair value.

    • Nov 16, 2024$11.00$-29.00 / typical
    • Aug 7, 2025$14.00$-26.00 / typical
    • Feb 7, 2025$17.00$-23.00 / typical
    • Feb 7, 2025$18.00$-22.00 / typical
    • Aug 6, 2024$19.00$-21.00 / typical

    eBay Auctions

    No active auctions found.

    Technical Specifications

    Optical
    Focal Length50mm
    Aperturef/2-16
    Min Focus Distance0.45m
    FocusingManual Focus
    Physical
    Weight220g
    Length53mm
    Filter Thread52mm
    MountNikon DX, Nikon FX
    FormatFull frame

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    Reviews

    Yuto Tanaka3.8/5

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is the Nikon Nikkor 50mm f/2 AI?

    Nikon Nikkor 50mm f/2 AI is a camera lens with 50mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/2/16, for the Nikon DX, Nikon FX mount, supporting the Full frame format, weighing 220g.

    What mount is the Nikon Nikkor 50mm f/2 AI compatible with?

    Nikon Nikkor 50mm f/2 AI uses a Nikon DX, Nikon FX mount and supports the Full frame format.

    How much does the Nikon Nikkor 50mm f/2 AI cost?

    Based on recent eBay sold listings the Nikon Nikkor 50mm f/2 AI typically sells for around $11.00. Actual prices vary with condition and seller.

    Is the Nikon Nikkor 50mm f/2 AI a good lens?

    Nikon Nikkor 50mm f/2 AI has a community rating of 3.8/5 from 1 review(s).

    Which lenses are similar to the Nikon Nikkor 50mm f/2 AI?

    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
    3.8
    Optical4.0/5
    Mechanical3.8/5
    Value4.0/5
    Bokeh3.7/5
    Usability3.7/5
    Based on 4 reviewers

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