Nikon NIKKOR Z 50mm f/1.8 S Lens

The Nikon NIKKOR Z 50mm f/1.8 S is a full-frame prime lens designed for Nikon’s mirrorless Z-mount system, known for its excellent optical performance in a compact and lightweight design.

Key specifications and features include:

• Focal length: 50mm

• Maximum aperture: f/1.8, suitable for low-light and subject isolation

• Lens construction: 12 elements in 9 groups, including 2 extra-low dispersion (ED) elements and 2 aspherical elements

• Coatings: Nano Crystal Coat and Super Integrated Coating to reduce ghosting and flare

• Aperture blades: 9 rounded blades for smooth bokeh

• Minimum focus distance: 0.4 m (1.32 ft)

• Maximum reproduction ratio: 0.15x (moderate close-up capability)

• Filter thread: 62mm

• Dimensions: Approx. 76mm diameter x 86.5mm length

• Weight: Approx. 415g (14.7 oz)

• Focus system: Stepping motor (STM) providing fast, quiet, and precise autofocus with full-time manual override, ideal for both stills and video

• Additional features: Dust and moisture resistance, internal focusing design (front element does not rotate), a customizable control ring, electronic diaphragm with electromagnetic control for stable exposure during continuous shooting

• Price range: Around $600 to $630 MSRP, sometimes found lower on sale

The lens is praised for its very sharp image quality across the frame, excellent background blur (bokeh), minimal chromatic aberration and distortion, and reliable autofocus performance suited for both photographers and videographers. Its relatively compact size and weather sealing make it a versatile standard prime lens for Nikon Z-series full-frame mirrorless cameras.

This lens offers a balance of optical quality and portability in Nikon’s S-line series, making it a strong all-around option for typical 50mm prime applications such as portraits, street, and everyday photography