What is the difference between NIKKOR AF and AF-S?
Nikon AF-S lenses and it’s predecessor AF-I offer the same functionality as AF-D or AF-G lenses. The difference between these lenses is that AF-S / AF-I lenses contain a focusing motor built into the lens, rather than using the auto focus motor built into the camera body.
What does AF 1.8 lens do?
The 50mm focal length (75mm equivalent on DX format cameras) with a fast f/1.8 aperture allows you to capture stunning images with a shallow depth-of-field, letting your subjects stand out from their backgrounds.
What does G and D mean on Nikon lenses?
The D lenses are the older lenses that were created for SLR cameras that do not have certain features. The G lenses were created to compliment more modern SLR cameras that have more advanced features. The feature that G lenses complement is the ability of the camera to dictate the aperture.
What size lens cap do I need for Nikon 50mm?
Specifications
| Focal length | 50mm |
|---|---|
| Filter-attachment size | 58mm |
| Diameter x length (extension from lens mount) | Approximately 72 x 52.5 mm/2.8 x 2.1 in. |
| Weight | Approximately 185 g/6.6 oz |
| Supplied accessories | 58mm snap-on Front Lens Cap LC-58, Rear Lens Cap LF-4, Bayonet Hood HB-47, Flexible Lens Pouch CL-1013 |
What is the Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1 8G?
The Nikon AF-S Nikkor 50mm f/1. 8G ($219. 95 direct) ($216. 95 at Dell) is a modern take on the classic 50mm focal length. It’s a compact lens that provides a standard-angle field of view when used with a full-frame body like the Nikon D4 ($216. 95 at Dell). When used on a DX camera with an APS-C sensor like the Nikon D3200.
What’s new with Nikon’s 50mm lenses?
This new version adds the first new optics since 1978, and updates the traditional screw-focus system of 2002’s Nikon 50mm f/1.8 AF-D with a modern AF-S system. Therefore, this new lens allows instant manual-focus override simply by grabbing the focus ring at any time. This is Nikon’s first aspherical 50mm lens.
What comes in the box with the Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 50mm?
What’s in the box: Nikon AF-S Nikkor 50mm f/1.8G Lens, 58mm Snap-On Lens Cap, LF-4 Rear Lens Cap, HB-47 Bayonet Lens Hood for AF-S 50mm f/1.4G, CL-1013 Soft Lens Case, 5-Year Warranty (1-Year International + 4-Year USA Extension). 1 Lithium ion batteries required. Product Warranty: For warranty information about this product, please click here.
What is the 50mm F1 8 special edition?
This Nikon 50mm f/1.8 Special Edition is a Nikon 50mm f/1.8 G restyled for the Nikon Df. This is Nikon’s latest iteration of their classic 50mm f/1.8 lens, first introduced in 1978.