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Your price for this item is $499.95
The comparable value price is $699.95

Customer reviews

Rating 4.9 out of 5 stars with 179 reviews

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98%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers are impressed with the NIKKOR Z 50mm f/1.8 S lens's sharpness and build quality, frequently praising its performance in low light and describing it as a good value. Many appreciate the 50mm focal length and lightweight design, making it versatile for various photography styles. While some users noted focus inconsistencies, the overwhelmingly positive feedback highlights its image quality and overall usability. The lens is considered a strong performer for its price point.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Sharpness

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great little lens.

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great little lens. Hoping to use it for portraits.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Nikon "Nifty Fifty" is all that and more.

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The "Nifty Fifty" is the way to go for portraiture photography, and this Nikon lens is smooth on the Z series cameras. I really think it is a must have for any serious or hobbyist photographer.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    50 mm

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    Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Good for Portraits! You’ll never going to regret buying these

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    50mm 1.8

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    Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Small and compact, love this lens, my first option for portrait photography

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    WOW Z mount wonder for the price.

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    Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Have this lens and the Nikon 50mm z 1.2s version. This lens really is as good as the 1.2. The bokeh is negligible for price difference. Best 50mm to date form Nikon.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good product

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great deal! Good product v nice quality and good price

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Love this lens

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    Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It works great and is a wonderful classic. The auto focus is completely silent and great for any kind of ceremony where you don’t want to produce noise through in focusing and paired with the z6 it is truly great

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sharpness

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Excellent prime lens very sharp and excellent buil

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I was seriously considering getting the 50mm f1.2 version of this lens but after watching several videos comparing the two I’m glad I bought the 1.8 version. Both lenses are extremely sharp and with the savings I can put that money towards another lens. If you are looking for an excellent prime lens this should be in your bag.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great lense addition for Nikon mirrorless camera

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    Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great lense addition for my mirrorless camera, nice definition

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    RFT

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This is the best 50 mm I’ve used in 50+ years. Extremely sharp wide open and fast focusing. A great normal lens for the Z system

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Worthy price

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The valie of this len is awesome! I love the quality in portrait photos.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great product

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    Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I love this lens and would buy it over and over again. I am an americe photographer and this lens is easy to use with my Z 50 Nikon.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great starter lens

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Super quiet and quick auto focus, I love this lens

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sharpness

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Nikon Prime 50

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    Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Very sharp, clear and quick AF. I take this everywhere.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Sharp as a tac

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great lens very fast. I bought it to replace an FX Mount and could not be happier I think everyone should have a 50 in their case.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Nikon Z 50mm f/1.8 S Prime Lens

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    Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    What a lens. An awesome prime lens that takes great photos when paired with a Z camera.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Very sharp

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    Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Amazing lens. Incredibly sharp. Very similar character and sharpness to the Zeiss/Sony 55mm 1.8z

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great prime

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    Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Very clear lens. Nikon has the best prime lenses. Very clean and easy to use.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Addition to Camera Bag!

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    Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Fabulous prime lens to add to your camera bag; great for portraiture work.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Works well for me

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Mostly I am just a newbie... so learning the lens took some getting used to but now I love it

    I would recommend this to a friend