Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.8G vs Nikon AF-S Nikkor 85mm f/1.8G
Side-by-side comparison from our catalogue data. Better values are highlighted only where a clear difference exists.
Verdict at a glance
- Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.8G is lighter by 165g.
- Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.8G goes wider (50mm vs 85mm).
- Nikon AF-S Nikkor 85mm f/1.8G reaches further (85mm vs 50mm).
- Nikon AF-S Nikkor 85mm f/1.8G is the newer design (2012 vs 2011).
| Spec | AF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.8G | AF-S Nikkor 85mm f/1.8G |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Nikon | Nikon |
| Mount | Nikon F | Nikon F |
| Type | Prime | Prime |
| Focal length | 50mm (wider) | 85mm |
| Max aperture | f/1.8 | f/1.8 |
| Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Blades | 7 | 7 |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Groups | 6 | 9 |
| Af motor | SWM | SWM |
| Elements | 7 | 9 |
| Weight g | 185.0 (lighter) | 350.0 |
| Filter mm | 58 | 67 |
| Length mm | 52.5 | 73.0 |
| Diameter mm | 72.0 | 80.0 |
| Min focus m | 0.45 (closer focusing) | 0.8 |
| Max magnification | 0.15 | 0.124 |
Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.8G
A modern normal prime for Nikon F-mount DSLRs with a silent-wave autofocus motor and f/1.8 aperture. Covers full frame and gives a short-portrait view on DX.
Pros
- Fast, quiet AF-S autofocus
- f/1.8 aperture
- Light and compact (185 g)
- Autofocuses on entry-level DSLRs
Cons
- No vibration reduction
- Soft at f/1.8 in the corners
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 85mm f/1.8G
A fast, relatively compact portrait prime for Nikon FX cameras with a silent-wave motor. It also works on DX cameras as a longer lens.
Pros
- f/1.8 aperture
- Sharp
- Fast AF
- Light for 85mm (350 g)
Cons
- No VR
- Purple fringing wide open