AF-S Nikkor 50mm f/1.8G announced
(Credit: Nikon)
The Japanese company's long-awaited update to its AF Nikkor 50mm f/1.8D has finally arrived. Replacing its 8-year old predecessor, Nikon claims that the new lens features an improved optical design utilizing a spherical lens element. This corrects purple halos that appear in high-contrast scenes (known as purple fringing) to provide enhanced picture quality.
50mm f1.8 prime lenses have always been popular with shutterbugs because they are compact and affordable. The wide apertures allow users to shoot better pictures in dim environments compared with kit lenses that come with some cameras. We think the new lens may appeal to Nikon D3000 and D5000 users who had to previously opt for the more expensive 50mm f/1.4G lens or put up with focusing manually on the 50mm f/1.8D.
The AF-S Nikkor 50mm f/1.8G retails in the US at US$219.95. Pricing and availability in Asia have yet to be confirmed.
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