Nikon Nikkor MF 50 mm f/1.8 vs Nikon Nikkor AF 50 mm f/1.4D
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| Compare | Lightest | Fastest Aperture |
|---|---|---|
| Mount | ||
| Sensor Size | Full Frame | Full Frame |
| Best For | Portrait Street | Portrait Street |
Optical Specifications | ||
| Focal Length | 50 mm | 50 mm |
| Aperture | f/1.8 | f/1.4 |
| Aperture Blades | 7 | 7 |
Features | ||
| Autofocus | No | Yes |
| Image Stabilization | No | No |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
Close-up Performance | ||
| Min. Focus Distance | 0.6 m | 0.45 m |
| Max. Magnification | - | - |
Physical Specifications | ||
| Weight | 185 g | 230 g |
| Length | 52.5 mm | 42.5 mm |
| Diameter | 72 mm | 64.5 mm |
| Filter Thread | 52 mm | 52 mm |
Price & Availability | ||
| Release Year | 2011 | 1995 |
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Comparing Nikon Nikkor MF 50 mm f/1.8 (50 mm, f/1.8) and Nikon Nikkor AF 50 mm f/1.4D (50 mm, f/1.4).
Nikon Nikkor MF 50 mm f/1.8 is the lightest at 185 g, Nikon Nikkor AF 50 mm f/1.4D weighs 230 g.
Nikon Nikkor AF 50 mm f/1.4D offers the fastest maximum aperture at f/1.4, allowing for better low-light performance and shallower depth of field.
Nikon Nikkor AF 50 mm f/1.4D can focus closest at 0.45 m minimum focus distance.
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