Nikkor AF-S 50mm F/1.8 G vs. Nikkor AF F/1.8 D - Which will win?

In this video I compare two lenses: Nikkor AF-S 50mm F/1.8 G and Nikkor AF F/1.8 D. They are both 50 mm prime lenses for Nikon and are supposed to do exactly the same. I compare the lenses, review them and tell you the pros and cons of them to let you know which one I like more. The Nikkor AF F/1.8 D is older and smaller and doesn’t have a motor. At the same time has an aperture ring that the Nikkor AF-S 50mm F/1.8 G is lacking. Both lenses have their advantages and disadvantages. All things considered I’d prefer the Nikon AF-S 50mm F/1.8 G but for non_Nikon systems I’d get the Nikon AF F/1.8 D lens. I also determine the sharpness of the these lenses in my video as well as lens sweet spots. Which ever one of the two you have rest assured that they are both capable or very fine image quality and certainly recommended by me.

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[TechnikMeister]

The D renders a more pleasing image and at extremes the G is a little bit sharper. But you would hardly notice it. The D is still selling new and owners of older DSLRs like the D700 feel it complements the Panasonic sensor better. It renders almost like film which is exactly what Nikon wanted. The two together are perfect. The same can be said for the 85 1.8D as well.

[victorboucher]

OMG ... Mine is preD ... AF. The aperture ring allows use on classic film bodies, like my FM2.
Thank you.

[saneauto]

Thank you Tom that was the info I needed

[andyonetotattooroma]

Hi everyone..I m a Tattooer and I started to use my old Nikon D90 to make photos of my tattoos..do you think that the
Nikon AF 50mm f/1.8 D could be the right lens to make it? Many thanks

[aeyde]

the d version has LESS distortion because it was made for film cameras

[aaronmaloney]

Hi, thanks for sharing . I'm currenty using a nikkor 18- 140mm . Images are not so sharpe. Would this 50mm 1.8 g improve sharpness ? Using a nikon d7100

[chakwong]

Since you are using the D610, perhaps you can answer this question? Is it true that one can view Live View in G, but not in D?

[mmnikonainikkor]

New, very sharp and flat image vs old, sharp and almost 3d image.

[thedrunkweddingphotographer]

I use both lenses for weddings, however, I have the 1986 of the D version and they both excel in their own way.

For example, at f/2 (the stop I use them in), the '86 version sucks at infinity while the G version, is sharp even at f/2 regardless of distance. That said, the '86 version has superior micro contrast right out of the can.

It really depends on what the end result will be. If I'm photographing for a publication, the G version is the way to because you will have more keepers. If I'm photographing a wedding client, I would instead go for the 50mm 1.4 D because it gives me the best from both of the 1.8's, but with a little bit less contrast. However, if it's a more creative client, I would go for the '86 version. So for maternity, engagements, families, etc., I choose the '86 version.

Overall, the '86 version as well as the D version in my opinion, have better looking photos out of the can. But again, if you prefer sharper photos or it's for a client you want more keepers from, the G version is the way to go.

[delibaba_]

hi, i know this an old review but i have the d version with my d750. do you think i will gain anything in terms of sharpness, colour rendation, contrast etc if i switch it to 50mm 1.8g version or 35mm 1.8 g version. thanks in advance

[UPD]

Correction, the D focus faster as it is using body motor, obviously faster than G, it is just noisier. I have both D and G, also AFS 35mm 1.8G DX, both 50mmG and 35mmG focus is way slower than D. I am using in D610 body.

[GirdHerd]

I love G lenses for all of my DSLR cameras but I think you need to give a point to the D lens for it's auto focusing and fully Manual functions on the early model auto focus Nikon film bodies like the F4. My G lenses will not auto focus or operate in full Manual mode on my F4s body. Therefore the lenses, in my opinion, are tied.

[borus]

In my opinion, the only thing that is really important in this comparison is image quality. Rest doesnt really matter in using of both lenses.

[abuanwp]

The G looks cool attached to the body.

[OKuusava]

I had older, changet to newer, noticed nuthing, realized I cannot use it on my film-cameras, so now I'm making change back.

[initialdtakumi]

I almost buy the wrong lens, thanks pal

[sclogse]

You can't say whiz after D. So the G whins.

[wlewisiii]

Far better is the AF 50/1.4 pre-D lens. Faster, cheaper, better and not gelded like the G lens and unless you use a flash extensively (I don't) you don't need the D flash distance information.