Lens Details
Nikon
NIKKOR Z 50mm f/1.8 S
$599~
MSRP (prices vary)
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Released: October 25, 2018
Highlights
- Full-frame 50mm f/1.8 standard prime for Nikon Z, a flexible walkaround choice.
- The bright f/1.8 aperture delivers a shallow depth of field and strong low-light performance.
- Weather-sealed against dust and moisture, and it is relatively compact at 415g.
Who it's for
The Nikon NIKKOR Z 50mm f/1.8 S is a 50mm f/1.8 prime lens — a short-telephoto / portrait option. Here's what it's best at and what to keep in mind.
Best for
- ✓Portraits and low light — a fast f/1.8 aperture for blurred backgrounds.
- ✓Outdoor and travel use — a weather-sealed build.
50mm
Focal Length
f/1.8
Max Aperture
Full-Frame
Coverage
−
Stabilized
415g
Weight
62mm
Filter
Full Specifications
Optical Design
| Focal Length | 50mm |
|---|---|
| Lens Type | Prime |
| Optical Elements | 12 |
| Optical Groups | 9 |
Aperture & Iris
| Maximum Aperture | f/1.8 |
|---|---|
| Minimum Aperture | f/16 |
| Aperture Blades | 9 |
| Rounded Aperture | Yes |
Coverage & Angle
| Format Coverage | Full-Frame |
|---|---|
| Lens Mount | Nikon Z |
| Angle of View | 47° – 47° |
| 35mm Equivalent | − |
Focus
| Autofocus | Yes |
|---|---|
| Focus Motor | Multi-focus Stepping |
| Focus Limiter | No |
| AF/MF Switch | No |
| Min Focus Distance | 40 cm |
| Max Magnification | 0.15x |
Stabilization & Video
| Optical Stabilization | No |
|---|---|
| Aperture Ring | No |
| Declickable Aperture | No |
| Parfocal | No |
| Internal Zoom | No |
General
| Price (MSRP) | $599 |
|---|---|
| Filter Size | 62mm |
| Diameter | 76mm |
| Length | 86.5mm |
| Weight | 415g (14.6 oz) |
| Weather Sealed | Yes |
| Tripod Collar | No |
