![]() I like to consider everything, especially if I can use it in my photography. Why not? For me, it is not constantly about the newest gear. (Thanks Rob ) Why Review the Nikon 50mm f1.8 E? This enable the camera to put the right data into the image. Update: A reader told me to program the lens into a slot of Non-CPU lens data. It is easy to make mistakes with this lens, but it is a learning experience. When I tested the Nikon 50 mm f1.8 E with the Nikon D3200 it was a similar situation to the D90. So I basically ignored what the camera saw and tweaked the image files to reflect my actual settings. I was able to use aperture priority mode. My Nikon D700 recognized the lens more than the Nikon D90 (due to the metering built in). I have to use the aperture ring on every camera. A light meter is suggested when using this lens. This lens, barely recognized by my Nikon D90, does not meter. The colors are slightly warmer yet pleasant. The images tend have a softer quality to them. Because one can play with focusing, unique images can be created. The image quality belongs to the past, but that’s not a bad thing. Properly focused this lens is extremely sharp, much sharper than I expected. It may be the age of the type of glass used, but this lens is far removed from its predecessors. On the Nikon 50 mm f1.8 E the bokeh has an ethereal look to it. I did it first by accident, and it’s been fun to play with ever since. It is something you just have to play with to make work. Taking the lens slightly out of focus produces a nice soft image. The autofocus system on the higher end cameras does indeed recognize the lens so you can use that to your advantage. Smooth and accurate, the focus ring works very well. It is expected when you buy lenses this old. The glass was clear and there was no fungus, dust and scratches when I bought it. The focus ring is close to the front and well grooved. While made of metal and plastic, it is not a huge lens. This well-built lens looks good for its age. – Hood: HS-11, HR-4 Ergonomics and Build Quality – Lens construction: 6 elements in 5 groups Some people try to overcharge for the lens. While eBay is the easiest place to find this lens, there are times when you can find it used in B&H or Adorama. This kit was much cheaper than the lens alone for some reason. I got mine on eBay with my Nikon EM and SB flash. You have to do some searching to get one at a decent price. The Nikon 50mm f1.8 E has been out of production for a long time. I have no problem working with used lenses and that’s the only way to get this one. I now see the Nikon 50mm f1.8 E as a tool to learn light with and to better understand photography. Now considered old, this is a fascinating piece of glass to use. It was the kit lens for cameras like the Nikon EM. Back around 1981, before a few of my friends were born, Nikon produced my 50mm 1.8 E. These items took my retro gear fascination to its next logical conclusion. ![]() I recently purchased a Nikon EM off of eBay and it came with the Nikon 50mm f1.8 E and a Nikon SB flash. Along with film cameras, I have been looking at old lenses.
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