Additional Information on
Nikkor 50mm lenses of f1.2, f1.4 and f1.8

Nikkor 50mm f1.2

The Fastest Lens in the Nikkor Line

Sales Points

• Normal 46° picture coverage.
• Very large maximum aperture.
• Available light shooting capacity.
• Easy focusing and viewing in dim light.
• Takes 52mm filters—the standard for most Nikkor lenses from 20 to 200mm.
• Photographic uses include indoor and outdoor snapshots, landscapes, candids of people, electronic flash photography, travel, full-length portraits in the studio or on location, photojournalism, and available light shooting.

Specifications

Focal length/Aperture:
50mm f/1.2
Lens construction:
7 elements in 6 groups
Picture angle:
46°
Diaphragm:
Automatic
Aperture scale:
f/1.2 ~ f/16 on both standard and aperture-direct-readout scale
Exposure measurement:
Via full aperture method; meter coupling ridge provided for Al cameras and meter coupling shoe for non-AI cameras
Distance scale:
Graduated in meters and feet from 0.5m (1.7 ft) to infinity (oo)
Weight:
390g
Dimensions:
70.5mm dia. x 59mm long (overall); 47.5mm extension from flange
Attachment size:
52mm (P = 0.75)
Front lens cap:
Snap-on
Lens hood:
Snap-on (HS-12), rubber screw-in (HR-2)
Lens case:
CL-34A; No. 61; CP-1





Nikkor 50mm f/1.4

Ideal as a Photographer's First Lens

Sales Points

• Normal 46° picture angle.
• Large maximum aperture.
• Compact and lightweight - only 255 grams.
• Takes 52mm filters - the standard for most lenses from 20 to 200mm.
• Photographic uses include available light shooting, indoor or outdoor snapshots, landscapes, candids of people, travel, backpacking, electronic flash photography, photojournalism, and full-length portraits in the studio or on location.

Specifications

Focal length/Aperture:
50mm f/1.4
Lens construction:
7 elements in 6 groups
Picture angle:
46°
Diaphragm:
Automatic
Aperture scale:
f/1.4 - f/16 on both standard and aperture-direct-readout scale
Exposure measurement:
Via full aperture method; meter coupling ridge provided for Al cameras and meter coupling shoe for non-AI cameras
Distance scale:
Graduated in meters and feet from 0.45m (1.5 ft) to infinity (oo)
Weight:
255g
Dimensions:
64mm dia. x 51.5mm long (overall); 39.5mm extension from flange
Attachment size:
52mm (P = 0.75)
Front lens cap:
Snap-on
Lens hood:
Snap-on (HS-9), rubber screw-in (HR-1 )
Lens case:
CL-34A; No. 61; CP-1





Nikkor 50mm f1.8



Nice Combination of Size, Weight, Price, Maximum Aperture and Angle of View

Sales Points

• Normal 46° picture angle.
• Very compact and lightweight - only 220 grams.
• Especially recommended for close-up and macrophotography using Nikon accessories.
• Takes 52mm filters - the standard for most Nikkor lenses from 20 to 200mm.
• Photographic uses include indoor and outdoor snapshots, landscapes, candids of people, travel, backpacking, photojournalism, electronic flash photography, available light shooting and full-length portraits in the studio or on location.

Specifications

Focal length/Aperture:
50mm f/1.8
Lens construction:
6 elements in 5 groups
Picture angle:
46°
Diaphragm:
Automatic
Aperture scale:
f/1.8 - f/22 on both standard and aperture-direct-readout scale
Exposure measurement:
Via full aperture method; meter coupling ridge provided for Al cameras and meter coupling shoe for non-AI cameras
Distance scale:
Graduated in meters and feet from 0.45m (1.5 ft) to infinity (
OO)
Weight:
220g
Dimensions:
63.5mm dia. x 48mm long (overall); 37mm extension from flange
Attachment size:
52mm (P = 0.75)
Front lens cap:
Snap-on
Lens hood:
Snap-on (MS-l l ), rubber screw-in (HR-1)
Lens case:
CL-34A; No. 61; CP-1





Nikkor 50mm f2.0



The Best Choice for the Budget-Minded Beginner

Sales Points

• Normal 46° picture angle.
• Very compact and lightweight - only 220 grams.
• Especially recommended for close-up and macrophotography using Nikon accessories.
• Takes 52mm filters - the standard for most Nikkor lenses from 20 to 200mm.
• Photographic uses include indoor and outdoor snapshots, landscapes, candids of people, travel, backpacking, photojournalism electronic flash photography, available light shooting and full-length portraits in the studio or on location.

Specifications

Focal length/Aperture:
50mm f/2.0
Lens construction:
6 elements in 4 groups
Picture angle:
46°
Diaphragm:
Automatic
Aperture scale:
f/2 - f/16 on both standard and aperture-direct-readout scale
Exposure measurement:
Via full aperture method; meter coupling ridge provided for Al cameras and meter coupling shoe for non-AI cameras
Distance scale:
Graduated in meters and feet from 0.45m (1.5 ft) to infinity (
OO)
Weight:
220g
Dimensions:
63.5mm dia. x 53mm long (overall); 41mm extension from flange
Attachment size:
52mm (P = 0.75)
Front lens cap:
Snap-on
Lens hood:
Snap-on (HS-6), rubber screw-in (H R-1 )
Lens case:
CL-34A; No. 61; CP-1




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