Nikon 50mm f/1.8G £149, $220

2014-07-03 -

Launched 2011

The AF-S ‘G’ version was recently introduced to complement the faster, costlier 50mm f/1.4G lens in the Nikon range.

Seven-blade iris

The aperture blades are curved, creating more roundly shaped out-offocus highlights.

Weighs 185g

Made in China with plastic exterior with a metal mount. Optical construction is seven elements in six groups.

AF-S

Built-in motor ensures that it offers full AF operation with all Nikon D-SLRs, including budget models.