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Nikon JAA013DA 50mm f/1.8 AF D Lens: Standard Prime

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f/1.8f/22

Capture Stunning Images with Classic Precision The Nikon 50mm f/1.8 AF D lens is a compact and versatile prime lens, perfect for a wide range of photography applications. Its fast aperture allows for beautiful background blur and excellent low-light performance, while its classic focal length pr...

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Overview

Capture Stunning Images with Classic Precision

The Nikon 50mm f/1.8 AF D lens is a compact and versatile prime lens, perfect for a wide range of photography applications. Its fast aperture allows for beautiful background blur and excellent low-light performance, while its classic focal length provides a natural perspective for portraits and everyday shooting.

Key Specifications:

  • Brand: Nikon
  • Model: JAA013DA
  • Focal Length: 50mm
  • Maximum Aperture: f/1.8
  • Mount Type: Bayonet-F
  • Filter Thread: 52mm
  • Closest Focusing Distance: 0.45 meter

Key Features

Portable normal lens with focal length of 50 mm.

Mount Type: Bayonet-F, format FX / 35 mm.

Maximum aperture f/1.8 and minimum f/22, maximum angle of view (FX) format 46°.

The aperture control ring allows manual adjustment during the live view. Filter Thread : 52mm Plastic

Closest focusing distance is 0.45 meter

Specifications

Brand
Nikon
Model
JAA013DA
Focal Length
50mm
Maximum Aperture
f/1.8
Minimum Aperture
f/22
Mount Type
Bayonet-F
Format Compatibility
FX / 35 mm
Maximum Angle of View (FX)
46°
Filter Thread Size
52mm
Closest Focusing Distance
0.45 meter

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • Features a portable normal lens with a focal length of 50mm, making it versatile for various photography styles.
  • Boasts a maximum aperture of f/1.8, allowing for excellent low-light performance and beautiful background blur (bokeh).
  • The aperture control ring enables manual adjustment during live view, providing precise control for videographers and photographers.
  • Designed with a Bayonet-F mount type, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of Nikon FX / 35mm format cameras.
  • Offers a closest focusing distance of 0.45 meters, allowing for relatively close-up shots with good detail.

👎 Cons

  • The fixed 50mm focal length, while versatile, lacks the flexibility of a zoom lens for changing perspectives without moving.
  • The plastic 52mm filter thread might be less durable or robust compared to metal filter threads found on some premium lenses.
  • As a prime lens, it requires the photographer to physically move to frame shots, which can be challenging in confined spaces.
  • While it has an aperture control ring, the "AF D" designation implies it is an older autofocus system that might not be as fast or quiet as newer AF-S lenses.
  • The maximum angle of view (FX) format of 46° is specific and may not be wide enough for certain landscape or architectural photography needs.

Frequently Asked Questions

This Nikon lens has a fixed focal length of 50mm and a fast maximum aperture of f/1.8, making it suitable for low-light photography and achieving shallow depth of field.
This lens features a Bayonet-F mount type, designed for compatibility with Nikon FX / 35 mm format cameras.
Yes, the lens is equipped with an aperture control ring that allows for manual adjustment during live view, providing photographers with greater control.
The closest focusing distance for the Nikon JAA013DA 50mm f/1.8 AF D Lens is 0.45 meters, enabling relatively close-up shots.
The filter thread on this lens is plastic and measures 52mm.