Nikon AI-S Nikkor 50mm f/1.8 vs Vivitar 50mm f/1.4 Auto
Side-by-side comparison from our catalogue data. Better values are highlighted only where a clear difference exists.
Verdict at a glance
- Vivitar 50mm f/1.4 Auto is faster by 0.7 stops (f/1.4 vs f/1.8), letting in more light.
| Spec | AI-S Nikkor 50mm f/1.8 | 50mm f/1.4 Auto |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Nikon | Vivitar |
| Mount | Nikon F | Nikon F |
| Type | Prime | Prime |
| Focal length | 50mm | 50mm |
| Max aperture | f/1.8 | f/1.4 (faster) |
| Format | full-frame | n/a |
| Groups | 5 | n/a |
| Af motor | none | n/a |
| Elements | 6 | n/a |
| Filter mm | 52 | n/a |
Nikon AI-S Nikkor 50mm f/1.8
A light manual-focus 50mm f/1.8 with a 6-element, 5-group design and a 52mm filter thread. It weighs about 220g and focuses down to 0.45m.
Pros
- Light at about 220g
- Close focus of 0.45m
- 52mm filter thread
- Sharp when stopped down
Cons
- Manual focus only
- Basic coatings
- Soft wide open
Vivitar 50mm f/1.4 Auto
This 50mm f/1.4 fast standard prime lens from Vivitar fits Nikon F mount cameras. The natural field of view suits street, documentary and everyday photography.