Last Updated & Fact Checked: October 16, 2022
Are you trying to decide between the Nikon AF Nikkor 50mm F/1.8D and the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 50mm F/1.8G?
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Both the Nikon AF Nikkor 50mm F/1.8D and the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 50mm F/1.8G are quality products, so read on to find out which one is best for your needs!
Nikon AF Nikkor 50mm F/1.8D quick facts
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Nikon AF FX NIKKOR 50mm f/1.8D Lens for Nikon DSLR Cameras | 6,043 Reviews | VIEW PRODUCT |
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Nikon AF FX NIKKOR 50mm f/1.8D Lens with Auto Focus for Nikon DSLR Cameras (Renewed) | 355 Reviews | VIEW PRODUCT |
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Nikon AF FX NIKKOR 50mm f/1.8D Lens for Nikon DSLR Cameras (Renewed) | 70 Reviews | VIEW PRODUCT |
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 50mm F/1.8G quick facts
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Nikon AF-S Nikkor 50mm f/1.8G Lens | 4,652 Reviews | VIEW PRODUCT |
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Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.8G Lens + Acessory Bundle and Cleaning Kit | 33 Reviews | VIEW PRODUCT |
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Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.8G Compact Prime Lens (2199) Bundle Package with Padded Lens Case + Macro... | 4 Reviews | VIEW PRODUCT |
Nikon AF Nikkor 50mm F/1.8D product details
Bestseller No. 1
Nikon AF FX NIKKOR 50mm f/1.8D Lens for Nikon DSLR Cameras
- Autofocus system is compatible with select Nikon DSLRs that support D-type lenses and have an autofocus motor.
- NOTE: THIS LENS WILL NOT AUTOFOCUS with D3000, D3100, D3200, D3300, D3400, D3500, D5000, D5100, D5200, D5300, D5500, D5600, D40, D40X AND D60. These cameras will only allow for manual focus with AF-D type lenses.
- Focal Length : 50 mm (FX), 75mm (DX)
- Great for travel and for shooting full-length portraits in available light
Bestseller No. 2
Nikon AF FX NIKKOR 50mm f/1.8D Lens with Auto Focus for Nikon DSLR Cameras (Renewed)
- High-speed normal lens Great for travel and for shooting full-length portraits in available light
- Distortion-free images with superb resolution and color rendition, Provides high-contrast images even at maximum aperture
- Format Compatibility: Nikon FX/35mm Film and Nikon DX
- Autofocus operation with this lens is possible with Nikon autofocus cameras (except the F3AF); manual focus possible via separate focusing ring with all Nikon SLRs.
Bestseller No. 3
Nikon AF FX NIKKOR 50mm f/1.8D Lens for Nikon DSLR Cameras (Renewed)
- Lens not zoomable
- Focal Length : 50 mm, Minimum Focus Distance - 1.5 ft.( 0.45 m)
- FX in DX Crop Mode 35mm Film. Lens Construction (Elements/Groups): 6/5
- Note: Autofocus is not supported by D40, D40x, D60, D3000, D3100, D3200, D3300, D3400, D5000, D5100, D5200, D5300, D5500, and D5600 cameras--lens may be used with manual focus only. Be sure to check your camera's lens-compatibility information before selecting a new lens.
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 50mm F/1.8G product details
Bestseller No. 1
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 50mm f/1.8G Lens
- Fast, upgraded f/1.8, compact FX format prime lens. The picture angle with 35 millimeter (135) format is 47 degree and the maximum reproduction ratio is 0.15X
- Focal length 50 millimeter, minimum focus distance 1.48 feet (0.45 meter)
- Newly developed optical system with aspherical lens element, exclusive Nikon silent wave motor (SWM)
- M/a focus mode switch, filter thread 58 millimeter, autofocus: Yes. Dimensions (approx.) (from the camera lens mounting flange): Approximately 2.83 inches diameter x 2.01 inches
- Optimized for edge to edge sharpness on both fx and dx format d SLRS
Bestseller No. 2
Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.8G Lens + Acessory Bundle and Cleaning Kit
- This Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.8G with Auto Focus International Model Lens Kit Includes Manufacturer Supplied Accessories And a One Year Seller Warranty.
- Fast, upgraded f/1.8, compact FX format prime lens. The picture angle with 35 millimeter (135) format is 47 degree and the maximum reproduction ratio is 0.15X
- Focal length 50 millimeter, minimum focus distance 1.48 feet (0.45 meter)
- Newly developed optical system with aspherical lens element, exclusive Nikon silent wave motor (SWM)
- M/a focus mode switch, filter thread 58 millimeter, autofocus: Yes. Dimensions (approx.) (from the camera lens mounting flange): Approximately 2.83 inches diameter x 2.01 inches
Bestseller No. 3
Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.8G Compact Prime Lens (2199) Bundle Package with Padded Lens Case + Macro Filter Kit + UV, CPL, FL Lens Filters + Tulip Hood + Lens Cap Keeper + Lens Cleaning Kit + More
- THIS NIKON CAMERA LENS BUNDLE CONTAINS: : Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.8G Prime Lens + Deluxe Padded Camera Lens Case + 58mm 4-Piece Close-Up Macro Filter Kit + 58mm 3-Piece Filter Kit (UV, CPL, FL) + 58mm Professional UV Lens Filter + 58mm Hard Tulip Lens Hood + Lens Cap Keeper Holder + Deluxe Cleaning Kit
- IMPORTANT LENS FEATURES: F-Mount Lens/FX Format - Format Compatibility: Full-Frame - Aperture Range: f/1.8 to f/16 - One Aspherical Element - Super Integrated Lens Coating - Rounded 7-Blade Diaphragm - 7 Elements in 6 Groups - Silent Wave Motor - Filter Size: 58mm
- IMPORTANT LENS FEATURES: F-Mount Lens/FX Format - Format Compatibility: Full-Frame - Aperture Range: f/1.8 to f/16 - One Aspherical Element - Super Integrated Lens Coating - Rounded 7-Blade Diaphragm - 7 Elements in 6 Groups - Silent Wave Motor - Filter Size: 58mm
- THIS LENS IS COMPATIBLE WITH THESE NIKON CAMERAS: Nikon D3 Series, Nikon D4 Series, Nikon D5 Series, Nikon Df, Nikon D3100, Nikon D3200, Nikon D3300, Nikon D3400, Nikon D3500, Nikon D500, Nikon D5000, Nikon D5100, Nikon D5200, Nikon D5300, Nikon D5500, Nikon D5600, Nikon D600, Nikon D610, Nikon D700, Nikon D7000, Nikon D7100, Nikon D7200, Nikon D750, Nikon D7500, Nikon D800, Nikon D810, Nikon D810A, Nikon D850
- THIS LENS IS COMPATIBLE WITH THESE NIKON CAMERAS: Nikon D3 Series, Nikon D4 Series, Nikon D5 Series, Nikon Df, Nikon D3100, Nikon D3200, Nikon D3300, Nikon D3400, Nikon D3500, Nikon D500, Nikon D5000, Nikon D5100, Nikon D5200, Nikon D5300, Nikon D5500, Nikon D5600, Nikon D600, Nikon D610, Nikon D700, Nikon D7000, Nikon D7100, Nikon D7200, Nikon D750, Nikon D7500, Nikon D800, Nikon D810, Nikon D810A, Nikon D850
New products & alternatives to the Nikon AF Nikkor 50mm F/1.8D and the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 50mm F/1.8G
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Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.8G Compact Prime Lens (2199) Bundle Package with Padded Lens Case + Macro Filter Kit + UV, CPL, FL Lens Filters + Tulip Hood + Lens Cap Keeper + Lens Cleaning Kit + More
- THIS NIKON CAMERA LENS BUNDLE CONTAINS: : Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.8G Prime Lens + Deluxe Padded Camera Lens Case + 58mm 4-Piece Close-Up Macro Filter Kit + 58mm 3-Piece Filter Kit (UV, CPL, FL) + 58mm Professional UV Lens Filter + 58mm Hard Tulip Lens Hood + Lens Cap Keeper Holder + Deluxe Cleaning Kit
- IMPORTANT LENS FEATURES: F-Mount Lens/FX Format - Format Compatibility: Full-Frame - Aperture Range: f/1.8 to f/16 - One Aspherical Element - Super Integrated Lens Coating - Rounded 7-Blade Diaphragm - 7 Elements in 6 Groups - Silent Wave Motor - Filter Size: 58mm
- IMPORTANT LENS FEATURES: F-Mount Lens/FX Format - Format Compatibility: Full-Frame - Aperture Range: f/1.8 to f/16 - One Aspherical Element - Super Integrated Lens Coating - Rounded 7-Blade Diaphragm - 7 Elements in 6 Groups - Silent Wave Motor - Filter Size: 58mm
- THIS LENS IS COMPATIBLE WITH THESE NIKON CAMERAS: Nikon D3 Series, Nikon D4 Series, Nikon D5 Series, Nikon Df, Nikon D3100, Nikon D3200, Nikon D3300, Nikon D3400, Nikon D3500, Nikon D500, Nikon D5000, Nikon D5100, Nikon D5200, Nikon D5300, Nikon D5500, Nikon D5600, Nikon D600, Nikon D610, Nikon D700, Nikon D7000, Nikon D7100, Nikon D7200, Nikon D750, Nikon D7500, Nikon D800, Nikon D810, Nikon D810A, Nikon D850
- THIS LENS IS COMPATIBLE WITH THESE NIKON CAMERAS: Nikon D3 Series, Nikon D4 Series, Nikon D5 Series, Nikon Df, Nikon D3100, Nikon D3200, Nikon D3300, Nikon D3400, Nikon D3500, Nikon D500, Nikon D5000, Nikon D5100, Nikon D5200, Nikon D5300, Nikon D5500, Nikon D5600, Nikon D600, Nikon D610, Nikon D700, Nikon D7000, Nikon D7100, Nikon D7200, Nikon D750, Nikon D7500, Nikon D800, Nikon D810, Nikon D810A, Nikon D850
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Nikon D750 24.3MP DSLR Digital Camera with AF 50mm f/1.8D Lens (1543) Deluxe Bundle with SanDisk 64GB SD Card + Large Camera Bag + Filter Kit + Spare Battery + Telephoto Lens
- THIS NIKON CAMERA BUNDLE CONTAINS: Nikon D750 DSLR Digital Camera with Lens Kit + Nikon AF NIKKOR 50mm f/1.8D FX Lens + SanDisk 64GB Ultra SDHC SD Memory Card + EN-EL15 Compatible Lithium-Ion Battery + Large Digital Camera Gadget Bag + 52mm Professional Telephoto Lens + 52mm to 58mm Step-Up Ring + 52mm Professional UV Filter + 52mm 3-Piece Pro Filter Kit + 52mm Tulip Lens Hood + USB SD Card Reader + Memory Card Wallet + Deluxe Cleaning Kit + More
- PERFECT COMBINATION: 24.3MP FX-Format CMOS Sensor - Paired With EXPEED 4 Image Processor - Fast Continuous Shooting Rate of 6.5 fps
- EASY-TO-USE FEATURES: 3.2" 1,229k-Dot Tilting LCD Monitor - Full HD 1080p Video Recording at 60 fps - Comes with Built-In Wi-Fi Connectivity
- HIGH-QUALITY OUTPUT: Multi-CAM 3500FX II 51-Point AF Sensor - Native ISO 12800 - Extended ISO 51200 - 91,000-Pixel RGB Sensor and Group Area AF
- This version is originally intended for sale outside the US and may contain adapters, manuals, and warranties not compatible with US standards.
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Nikon D610 24.3MP DSLR FX-Format Digital Camera with AF 50mm f/1.8D Lens (1540) Deluxe Bundle with SanDisk 64GB SD Card + Large Camera Bag + Filter Kit + Spare EN-EL15 Battery + Telephoto Lens
- THIS NIKON CAMERA BUNDLE CONTAINS: Nikon D610 DSLR Digital Camera (Body) + Nikon AF NIKKOR 50mm f/1.8D FX Lens (2137) + SanDisk 64GB Ultra SDHC SD Memory Card + EN-EL15 Compatible Lithium-Ion Battery + Large Digital Camera Gadget Bag + 52mm Professional Telephoto Lens + 52mm 4-Piece Deluxe Filter Kit + 52mm-58mm Step-Up Ring + 52mm Tulip Lens Hood + Lens Cap Keeper Strap + USB SD Card Reader + Memory Card Wallet + Deluxe Cleaning Kit + More
- PERFECT COMBINATION: 24.3MP FX-Format CMOS Sensor - Paired With EXPEED 3 Image Processor - Fast Continuous Shooting Rate of 6 fps
- EASY-TO-USE FEATURES: 3.2" 921k-Dot LCD Monitor - Full HD 1080p Video Recording at 30 fps - Comes with Built-In Wi-Fi Connectivity
- HIGH-QUALITY OUTPUT: Multi-CAM 4800 39-Point AF Sensor - Native ISO 6400 - Extended ISO 25600 - 2,016-Pixel RGB Sensor
- This version is originally intended for sale outside the US and may contain adapters, manuals, and warranties not compatible with US standards.
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Nikon D7500 20.9MP DSLR Digital Camera with AF 50mm f/1.8D Lens (1581) Deluxe Bundle with SanDisk 64GB SD Card + Large Camera Bag + Filter Kit + Spare Battery + Telephoto Lens
- THIS NIKON CAMERA BUNDLE CONTAINS: Nikon D7500 DSLR Digital Camera with Lens Kit + Nikon AF NIKKOR 50mm f/1.8D FX Lens + SanDisk 64GB Ultra SDHC SD Memory Card + EN-EL15 Compatible Lithium-Ion Battery + Large Digital Camera Gadget Bag + 52mm Professional Telephoto Lens + 52mm to 58mm Step-Up Ring + 52mm Professional UV Filter + 52mm 3-Piece Pro Filter Kit + 52mm Tulip Lens Hood + USB SD Card Reader + Memory Card Wallet + Deluxe Cleaning Kit + More
- PERFECT COMBINATION: 20.9MP DX-Format CMOS Sensor - Paired With EXPEED 5 Image Processor - 8 fps Shooting for Up to 100 Frames
- EASY-TO-USE FEATURES: 3.2" 922k-Dot Tilting Touchscreen LCD Monitor - 4K UHD 3840 x 2160p Video Recording at 30 fps - SnapBridge Bluetooth and Wi-Fi Connectivity
- HIGH-QUALITY OUTPUT: Multi-CAM 3500FX II 51-Point AF System - Native ISO 51200 - Extended ISO 1640000 - 180,000-Pixel RGB Sensor and Group Area AF
- This version is originally intended for sale outside the US and may contain adapters, manuals, and warranties not compatible with US standards.
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Nikon D750 24.3MP DSLR Digital Camera with AF 50mm f/1.8D Lens (1543) Deluxe Bundle with 64GB SD Card + Large Camera Bag + Filter Kit + Spare Battery + Telephoto Lens (Renewed)
- THIS NIKON CAMERA BUNDLE CONTAINS: Nikon D750 DSLR Digital Camera with Lens Kit + Nikon AF NIKKOR 50mm f/1.8D FX Lens + SanDisk 64GB Ultra SDHC SD Memory Card + EN-EL15 Compatible Lithium-Ion Battery + Large Digital Camera Gadget Bag + 52mm Professional Telephoto Lens + 52mm to 58mm Step-Up Ring + 52mm Professional UV Filter + 52mm 3-Piece Pro Filter Kit + 52mm Tulip Lens Hood + USB SD Card Reader + Memory Card Wallet + Deluxe Cleaning Kit + More
- PERFECT COMBINATION: 24.3MP FX-Format CMOS Sensor - Paired With EXPEED 4 Image Processor - Fast Continuous Shooting Rate of 6.5 fps
- EASY-TO-USE FEATURES: 3.2" 1,229k-Dot Tilting LCD Monitor - Full HD 1080p Video Recording at 60 fps - Comes with Built-In Wi-Fi Connectivity
- HIGH-QUALITY OUTPUT: Multi-CAM 3500FX II 51-Point AF Sensor - Native ISO 12800 - Extended ISO 51200 - 91,000-Pixel RGB Sensor and Group Area AF
- This version is originally intended for sale outside the US and may contain adapters, manuals, and warranties not compatible with US standards.
Our conclusion on the Nikon AF Nikkor 50mm F/1.8D vs Nikon AF-S Nikkor 50mm F/1.8G
Both the Nikon AF Nikkor 50mm F/1.8D and the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 50mm F/1.8G are high quality products and we are sure you will be happy with either one. In the end it comes down to your budget and the value for money you are looking for.
Either way, the Nikon AF Nikkor 50mm F/1.8D and the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 50mm F/1.8G are both excellent products that will more than do their job!