Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.8G vs Nikon AF-S DX Micro Nikkor 40mm f/2.8G
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 faster by 1.3 stops (f/1.8 vs f/2.8), letting in more light.
- Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.8G is lighter by 50g.
- Nikon AF-S DX Micro Nikkor 40mm f/2.8G goes wider (40mm vs 50mm).
- Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.8G reaches further (50mm vs 40mm).
| Spec | AF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.8G | AF-S DX Micro Nikkor 40mm f/2.8G |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Nikon | Nikon |
| Mount | Nikon F | Nikon F |
| Type | Prime | Macro |
| Focal length | 50mm | 40mm (wider) |
| Max aperture | f/1.8 (faster) | f/2.8 |
| Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Blades | 7 | 7 |
| Format | full-frame | aps-c |
| Groups | 6 | 7 |
| Af motor | SWM | SWM |
| Elements | 7 | 9 |
| Weight g | 185.0 (lighter) | 235.0 |
| Filter mm | 58 | 52 |
| Length mm | 52.5 | 64.5 |
| Diameter mm | 72.0 | 68.5 |
| Min focus m | 0.45 | 0.163 (closer focusing) |
| Max magnification | 0.15 | 1.0 |
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 DX Micro Nikkor 40mm f/2.8G
A DX macro lens from 2011 that reaches 1:1 and focuses as close as 0.163m. It is light, at 235g.
Pros
- 1:1 magnification
- Light at 235g
- Silent Wave Motor
- Close focus of 0.163m
Cons
- Short working distance
- DX only
- Plastic build