Nikkor AF-S 50mm f/1.4 G - Review / Test Report - Sample Images & Verdict
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Sample Shots

The following sample shots were taken with a D300 and RAW-converted via CaptureOne 4.5.

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Model NIKON D300
ISO Speed 320
Focal Length 50.0mm
Aperture: f/2.8
Exposure 1/1600s
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Model NIKON D300
ISO Speed 200
Focal Length 50.0mm
Aperture: f/4.0
Exposure 1/640s
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Model NIKON D300
ISO Speed 200
Focal Length 50.0mm
Aperture: f/4.0
Exposure 1/800s
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Model NIKON D300
ISO Speed 200
Focal Length 50.0mm
Aperture: f/8.0
Exposure 1/320s
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Model NIKON D300
ISO Speed 200
Focal Length 50.0mm
Aperture: f/5.6
Exposure 1/640s
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Model NIKON D300
ISO Speed 200
Focal Length 50.0mm
Aperture: f/1.4
Exposure 1/8000s
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Model NIKON D300
ISO Speed 200
Focal Length 50.0mm
Aperture: f/4.0
Exposure 1/640s
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Model NIKON D300
ISO Speed 200
Focal Length 50.0mm
Aperture: f/2.0
Exposure 1/2500s
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Model NIKON D300
ISO Speed 200
Focal Length 50.0mm
Aperture: f/5.6
Exposure 1/500s
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Model NIKON D300
ISO Speed 320
Focal Length 50.0mm
Aperture: f/8.0
Exposure 1/60s
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Model NIKON D300
ISO Speed 200
Focal Length 50.0mm
Aperture: f/1.4
Exposure 1/1600s

Verdict

The Nikkor AF-S 50mm f/1.4 G is a very good lens that performes on a high level except for slightly soft borders and somewhat busy bokeh at wide open aperture. From f/2 onwards, the lens is able to deliver crisp images that do not leave much to desire. For most applications the silent wave AF drive is fast enough. Combined with the high build quality this results in an attractive package that might not necessarily tempt those who already own the older AF-D 50/1.4 lens, but probably all others looking for a fast standard prime. Highly recommended!

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