{"product_id":"astrhori-mf-50-mm-f-1-4-fullframe-tilt-lens-for-nikon-z","title":"AstrHori MF 50 mm f\/1.4 FullFrame Tilt Lens For Nikon Z","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAstrHori MF 50 mm f\/1.4 FullFrame Tilt Lens For Nikon Z - 50mm tilt lens with a bright f\/1.4 aperture\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePortraits can have a deliberately narrow plane of focus, while street scenes can take on a miniature look. The AstrHori MF 50 mm f\/1.4 FullFrame Tilt Lens For Nikon Z combines a familiar 50mm view with a bright f\/1.4 maximum aperture and an adjustable tilt mechanism. Its tilt section rotates through 360 degrees, with up to 15 degrees of tilt, so you can change the direction of the plane of sharpness rather than simply focus closer or farther away. That opens up creative control over depth of field, from selective focus in a portrait to a miniature-style effect in a street scene. The 50mm focal length also feels natural for travel photography: it frames a subject without the tight reach of a telephoto lens or the broad view of a wide-angle. At f\/1.4, the lens is suited to dimmer scenes and pictures with shallow depth of field, including night-time street photographs. This is a manual-focus prime for photographers who enjoy shaping the image as they compose. It brings a familiar standard-lens perspective together with tilt control in a Nikon Z full-frame lens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section=\"features\"\u003eWhy tilt changes the frame\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStandard 50mm focal length:\u003c\/strong\u003e This angle of view gives portraits and travel scenes a straightforward, natural perspective. It’s a useful middle ground for framing one subject while keeping some surroundings in the picture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFull-frame coverage:\u003c\/strong\u003e The image circle is intended for full-frame sensors, so the lens suits Nikon Z full-frame bodies without relying on a crop to cover the sensor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManual focus:\u003c\/strong\u003e Focus is set by hand, which pairs well with the lens’s selective-focus approach. It calls for considered focusing rather than relying on autofocus to make the decision for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e12 diaphragm blades:\u003c\/strong\u003e The 12-blade aperture forms rounded out-of-focus highlights. That character is especially relevant in portraits with distant lights or other bright points behind the subject.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOptical construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e The design uses seven elements in six groups, including aspherical and Extra Low Dispersion elements. Multi-coating is applied to the glass surfaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMetal body and protective design:\u003c\/strong\u003e A full-metal body provides a solid construction, while the design is described as resistant to dust, splashes and frost. It’s still sensible to protect the lens in severe conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"specialist-note\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecialist Note\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“First-time tilt-lens owners sometimes expect tilt to make focusing effortless; on this AstrHori, it’s better understood as a way to place sharpness creatively. That distinction matters, and it’s what makes the lens rewarding for someone who likes to make deliberate choices. The 12-blade diaphragm is a nice detail for portraits: out-of-focus lights stay rounded rather than looking angular. For a close portrait detail, the 40cm minimum focusing distance lets you work near the subject; focus carefully by hand, then use the tilt effect to keep attention on the part you want sharp. It’s also a fun route to a miniature-style street image when you want the scene to feel deliberately selective. Manual focus is the trade-off, so this isn’t the lens I’d suggest for fast, unplanned action.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section=\"extra\"\u003eOn your camera\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis lens has a Nikon Z mount and covers full-frame sensors. It’s also usable on Nikon Z DX (APS-C) bodies, where the 50mm focal length gives a field of view comparable to 75mm on full frame. Focus is manual, so it doesn’t provide autofocus operation. The 43.2-degree angle of view is the stated figure for this lens; framing on a DX body is narrower than on full frame.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAstrHori MF 50 mm f\/1.4 FullFrame Tilt Lens For Nikon Z\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront and rear lens caps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: AstrHori\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: MF 50 mm f\/1.4 FullFrame Tilt Lens For Nikon Z\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: Standard prime, tilt lens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFocal length: 50mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaximum aperture: f\/1.4\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMinimum aperture: f\/16\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMount: Nikon Z\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSensor format: Full Frame\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFocus: Manual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAngle of view: 43.2°\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaximum tilt: 15°\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMinimum focusing distance: 40cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFilter thread: 52mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"AstrHori","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57453507871060,"sku":"AH5312","price":203.47,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0780\/2493\/3716\/files\/AH5312_01.jpg?v=1791321393","url":"https:\/\/www.htf-store.com\/nl\/products\/astrhori-mf-50-mm-f-1-4-fullframe-tilt-lens-for-nikon-z","provider":"Hard to Find Camera Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}