Nikon AF 50mm F1.8 D vs Nikon Z MC 50mm F2.8
This is a full comparison between the lenses Nikon AF 50mm F1.8 D and Nikon Z MC 50mm F2.8.
Compare Specifications
Product |
Nikon AF 50mm F1.8 D |
Nikon Z MC 50mm F2.8 |
| Name | Nikon AF 50mm F1.8 D | Nikon Z MC 50mm F2.8 |
| Also known as | Nikon Nikkor AF 50mm F1.8 D | Nikon Nikkor Z MC 50mm F2.8 |
| Manufacturer | Nikon | Nikon |
| SKU | 20103 | |
Release Date and Price |
Nikon AF 50mm F1.8 D |
Nikon Z MC 50mm F2.8 |
| Release Year | 2002 | 2021 |
| Release Date | 2021-06-02 | |
| MSRP | 135 USD | N/A |
| Last known price | 0 USD | 597 USD |
| Buy it today |
|
|
Lens Type |
Nikon AF 50mm F1.8 D |
Nikon Z MC 50mm F2.8 |
| Lens Type | Standard / Normal |
Standard / Normal Macro |
| Zoom or Prime | Prime lens (no zoom) | Prime lens (no zoom) |
Mount and Compatibility |
Nikon AF 50mm F1.8 D |
Nikon Z MC 50mm F2.8 |
| Mount | Nikon F | Nikon Z |
| Designed for APS-C sensor | No (Suitable for all sensors) | No (Suitable for all sensors) |
Focus |
Nikon AF 50mm F1.8 D |
Nikon Z MC 50mm F2.8 |
| Autofocus (AF) | YesNote. See below for further information | Yes |
| Built-in Autofocus (AF) Motor |
No
Requires that the camera has an Autofocus Motor Compatible Cameras for Nikon AF 50mm F1.8 D |
Yes |
| Motor Type | N/A | Stepper Motor |
| Focus Method | No information | No information |
| Closest Focusing Distance | 45 cm | 16 cm |
| Maximum Magnification | 1 | |
| Macro 1:1 | No (No Macro lens) | Yes |
| Macro Scale | 1 | |
Aperture |
Nikon AF 50mm F1.8 D |
Nikon Z MC 50mm F2.8 |
| Maximum Aperture | F1,8 | F2,8 |
| Diaphragm Blades | No information | 9 |
Optics |
Nikon AF 50mm F1.8 D |
Nikon Z MC 50mm F2.8 |
| Construction | 6 elements / 5 groups | 10 elements / 7 groups |
| Special Elements/Coatings | No information | No information |
Focal Length |
Nikon AF 50mm F1.8 D |
Nikon Z MC 50mm F2.8 |
| Focal Length | 50 mm | 50 mm |
| Zoom Range | None (Prime lens) No Zoom available. |
None (Prime lens) No Zoom available. |
| Built-in Teleconverter | No | No |
| Teleconverter Multiplier | N/A | N/A |
| Image Stabilization | No | No |
| Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | N/A | N/A |
Physical |
Nikon AF 50mm F1.8 D |
Nikon Z MC 50mm F2.8 |
| Weather Sealing | No | Yes |
| Diameter | 63 mm | 75 mm |
| Length | 39 mm | 66 mm |
| Weight | 160 gr | 260 gr |
Other |
Nikon AF 50mm F1.8 D |
Nikon Z MC 50mm F2.8 |
| Filter Type | Filter Thread | Filter Thread |
| Filter Diameter | 52 mm | 46 mm |
| Lens Hood | Not Included | Included |
| Lens Hood SKU | HR-2 | HN-41 |
| Tripod Collar | N/A | N/A |
| Tripod Collar SKU | N/A | N/A |
