Nikon AF-S Nikkor 50mm f/1.4G vs Nikon Nikkor 50mm f/1.4 AI-S
Side-by-side comparison from our catalogue data. Better values are highlighted only where a clear difference exists.
Verdict at a glance
- Nikon Nikkor 50mm f/1.4 AI-S is lighter by 20g.
| Spec | AF-S Nikkor 50mm f/1.4G | Nikkor 50mm f/1.4 AI-S |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Nikon | Nikon |
| Mount | Nikon F | Nikon F |
| Type | Prime | Prime |
| Focal length | 50mm | 50mm |
| Max aperture | f/1.4 | f/1.4 |
| Released | 2008 | n/a |
| Blades | 9 | n/a |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Groups | 7 | 6 |
| Af motor | SWM | none |
| Elements | 8 | 7 |
| Weight g | 280.0 | 260.0 (lighter) |
| Filter mm | 58 | 52 |
| Length mm | 54.0 | 51.5 |
| Diameter mm | 73.5 | 64.0 |
| Min focus m | 0.45 | 0.45 |
| Max magnification | 0.15 | n/a |
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 50mm f/1.4G
The AF-S Nikkor 50mm f/1.4G is a fast 50mm prime for Nikon F-mount with a silent-wave motor and a nine-blade rounded aperture. Faster than the f/1.8G.
Pros
- f/1.4 aperture
- Quiet AF-S autofocus
- Nine-blade aperture for smooth blur
- Compact
Cons
- Soft wide open
- No vibration reduction
- Heavier than the f/1.8G (280 g)
Nikon Nikkor 50mm f/1.4 AI-S
A manual-focus 50mm f/1.4 normal lens from Nikon's AI-S generation. Compact and metal-bodied, it remains popular on film bodies and adapted digital cameras.
Pros
- Compact metal build
- Smooth manual focus
- Widely adapted
Cons
- Softer wide open
- No autofocus