What Is The Difference Between These Two Lens
Nov 9, 2016 09:10:38 #
LOL I would love to do you the honor but I think the living distance is a little too far. I live in FL. Thanks for the compliment,
Nov 9, 2016 09:15:38 #
Thank you so much for your input. I am looking for clean, clear crisp photos. Do you prefer one over the other as opposed to a D or G lens.
Nov 9, 2016 09:18:40 #
Leon S wrote:
AFS 50mm 1.8 G lenses are available for a lot less than $217. Watch for used (I bought mine for $140) referb for about $165, or sale prices for what ever but less than what places like Best Buy has. As for the D model, I fought a fine used copy for my wife who shoots it on a D800 and D7200 for $95. I chose the G model because I wanted the fastest focusing lens and I was paying the bill so naturally I spent more money on me.
Would you say a D lens is sharper than the G? I am looking to take sharp clear photos. THank you. Stacy
Nov 9, 2016 09:50:46 #
SteveR wrote:
FYI....In Ken Rockwell's rankings of Nikon's top 10 lenses, the 1.8D was among them.
http://www.kenrockwell.com/nikon/10-best.htm
http://www.kenrockwell.com/nikon/10-best.htm
Thanks Steve for reminding us of Ken Rockwell's 10 (actually 15!) top lenses. Nikon made a few amazing gems to reward its faithful followers. Then, made a few cameras to match the quality of these lenses, a truly perfect marriage.
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Nov 9, 2016 10:34:09 #
wingclui44
Loc: CT USA
There are two 50mm f1.8 AF lenses before the 'G' lens, one is the 50mm f1.8 AF and the other is the 50mm f1.8 AF-D. the non-'D' is older version, but both are the same in construction and performance, they are identical. I have the the non 'D' one, very sharp. Because they both don't have built in motor, they will last much longer than the 'G' without motor breaking down.
Nov 9, 2016 14:12:42 #
SteveTog
Loc: Philly
I agree with SteveR, Ken Rockwell would be a great source for this question. Rockwell's recommendation was why I bought the lens I use.
From my experience; I have the 85 F/1.8D. It is my favorite portrait lens on full frame or dx bodies. I have shot portraits extensively with Nikon 50mm, 105mm DC, and Tamron 70-200mm F/2.8. It'll be a great lens for your D7200. The G model is fine from what I hear, but he D model is so good that I've never seriously considered switching.
From my experience; I have the 85 F/1.8D. It is my favorite portrait lens on full frame or dx bodies. I have shot portraits extensively with Nikon 50mm, 105mm DC, and Tamron 70-200mm F/2.8. It'll be a great lens for your D7200. The G model is fine from what I hear, but he D model is so good that I've never seriously considered switching.
Nov 9, 2016 15:11:39 #
slsweet wrote:
Would you say a D lens is sharper than the G? I am looking to take sharp clear photos. THank you. Stacy
Sorry to take so long to get back to you. I think it would be almost impossible if it is possible at all by just looking at the pictures taken to tell the difference between pictures taken with a D or G model. So in my opinion, they are the same. I also shoot a 50 mm 1.4 pre D model and its only advantage is that I can use it in even lower light. Quite awhile ago I used a manual focus 50 and it performed quite well. In fact I still use a older manual focus with a metal hood 105 f 2.? not 2.8 lens just for the fun of it. Just because the lens is an older model doesn't mean it isn't a quality piece of glass. Like me, an old lens will still get the job done, but not as fast.
Nov 9, 2016 15:14:05 #
slsweet wrote:
Would you say a D lens is sharper than the G? I am looking to take sharp clear photos. THank you. Stacy
I have both those lenses and they are both very sharp. You will have to look hard to find some difference in sharpness. You do not have to worry about the sharpness in either one.
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