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NIKKOR Z 50mm f/1.8 S
- 50mm
- f/1.8
- Prime
- 415 g
- Min focus 0.4 m
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Quick answer
A normal prime for Nikon Z full-frame mirrorless cameras from the S-Line. Known for edge-to-edge sharpness, a quiet stepping focus motor and weather sealing.
Pros
- Sharp from center to corners
- Quiet, smooth autofocus for video
- Weather-sealed S-Line build
- Compact for its performance
Cons
- Larger than the old F-mount 50mm f/1.8
- No lens-based stabilization
Verdict
A strong, versatile everyday prime for Z cameras. Stabilization comes from the body on models that have it.
About this lens
A stellar performer for the Z-mount system, combining compact size with outstanding optical quality.
Nikon NIKKOR Z 50mm f/1.8 S specifications
- Brand
- Nikon
- Mount
- Nikon Z
- Focal length
- 50mm
- Maximum aperture
- f/1.8
- Minimum aperture
- f/16
- Lens type
- Prime
- Format coverage
- full-frame
- Released
- 2018
- Optical construction
- 12 elements in 9 groups
- Minimum focus distance
- 0.4 m
- Maximum magnification
- 0.15x
- Filter thread
- 62 mm
- Weight
- 415 g
- Length
- 86.5 mm
- Diameter
- 76 mm
Specification source: en.wikipedia.org
What can you shoot with the Nikon NIKKOR Z 50mm f/1.8 S?
- Portraits
- Everyday and street shooting
- Low-light photography
- Video
Its fast maximum aperture helps in dim light and gives good subject separation.
Full-frame equivalent and field of view
Calculated from the focal length and crop factor. Not measured.
| Sensor | Crop | Equivalent | Horizontal FOV | Diagonal FOV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full frame | 1.0x | 50mm | 39.6° | 46.8° |
| APS-C | 1.5x | 75mm | 27° | 32.2° |
Frequently asked questions
Is the Nikkor Z 50mm f/1.8 S full-frame?
Yes. It is made for full-frame Z cameras and also works on DX Z bodies as a roughly 75mm-equivalent lens.
Does the Z 50mm f/1.8 S have vibration reduction?
No. Stabilization comes from in-body VR on Z cameras that offer it, such as the Z6 and Z7 series.
Nikkor Z 50mm f/1.8 S vs AF-S 50mm f/1.8G on an adapter: which should I buy?
The Z lens is sharper wide open, focuses more quietly and avoids the adapter. The F-mount lens is smaller.
Alternatives for Nikon Z from other brands
All Nikon Z lensesSame mount, overlapping focal range, closest maximum aperture first.
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