Nikon Nikkor 50mm 1.8 AI-S

Nikon Nikkor 50mm f/1.8 AI-S Lens - Good Condition | Sharp and Compact Standard Prime

The Nikkor 50mm f/1.8 AI-S is a cornerstone of the Nikon manual-focus system, celebrated for its incredible sharpness and negligible distortion. This specific unit, serial number 2054149, is a "Long Nose" version of the AI-S series, known for its robust all-metal construction and superior tactile feel compared to later lightweight versions. Often referred to as a "pancake" or near-pancake lens depending on the specific revision, this lens provides a natural perspective that closely mimics the human eye, making it the perfect "walk-around" lens for street, travel, and portrait photography. Its legendary optical formula remains a benchmark for image quality even when adapted to the highest-resolution modern digital sensors.

Key Features

• Exceptional Edge-to-Edge Sharpness: Renowned for being one of the sharpest lenses Nikon ever produced, delivering high contrast and detail even at wide apertures.

• Fast f/1.8 Maximum Aperture: Provides excellent low-light performance and allows for a shallow depth of field with smooth, natural background blur.

• AI-S Coupling: Features the finalized manual focus coupling for Nikon, ensuring full compatibility with a wide range of Nikon film and digital SLR bodies.

• Nikon Super Integrated Coating (SIC): Minimizes ghosting and flare while ensuring superior color balance and reproduction.

• Compact All-Metal Build: Engineered with precision mechanical tolerances, offering a durability that modern plastic lenses cannot match.

Condition Report

• Body: Good condition. The lens barrel shows light signs of use on the aperture and focus rings, but the markings remain bright and the structure is solid with no dents.

• Sensor / Optics: The glass elements are clean and clear. No fungus, haze, or separation is present. As with all vintage lenses, minor internal micro-dust may be present under inspection, but this does not affect the final image.

• Mechanics / Electronics: The focus ring is smooth and well-dampened. The aperture blades are clean, free of oil, and snap quickly when triggered.

• Shutter Count: Not applicable (Manual lens).

"The 50mm f/1.8 AI-S is the quintessential 'Nifty Fifty.' It is physically small but optically massive. Whether you are mounting it on a vintage F3 or a modern Z-series mirrorless, it delivers a clarity and 'bite' that is instantly recognizable."

What's Included

• Nikon Nikkor 50mm f/1.8 AI-S Lens (Serial No. 2054149)

Technical Specifications

• Category: Prime Lens

• Lens Mount: Nikon F (AI-S)

• Focal Length: 50mm

• Aperture Range: f/1.8 to f/22

• Diaphragm Blades: 7

• Filter Thread: 52mm

• Minimum Focus Distance: 0.45m

• Weight: Approx. 190g