Ideal for travel, event, environmental and general photography in a wide variety of conditions, with superb optical formula and an ultra-fast f/1.4 maximum aperture. Fast f/1.4 prime NIKKOR lens Perfect for low-light conditions, general and travel photography Ideal portrait lens on DX-format cameras An ideal portrait lens when used on a Nikon DX-format digital SLR, approximating the angle of view similar to that of a 75mm lens on a Nikon FX-format digital SLR or a 35mm film camera Exclusive Nikon Silent Wave Motor (SWM) Enables fast, accurate, and quiet autofocus Rounded 9-blade diaphragm Renders more natural appearance of out-of-focus image elements Normal angle of view on FX-format cameras Classic, normal angle of view when used on a Nikon FX-format digital SLR or 35mm film camera Nikon Super Integrated Coating (SIC) Enhances light transmission efficiency and offers superior color consistency and reduced flare Close focusing to 1.5 feet For extended versatility Specifications Mount Type Nikon F-Bayonet Focal Length 50mm Maximum Aperture f/1.4 Minimum Aperture f/16 Format FX/35mm Maximum Angle of View (DX-format) 31°30' Maximum Angle of View (FX-format) 46° Maximum Reproduction Ratio 0.15x Lens Elements 8 Lens Groups 7 Compatible Format(s) FX DX FX in DX Crop Mode 35mm Film Diaphragm Blades 9 Distance Information Yes Super Integrated Coating Yes Autofocus Yes AF-S (Silent Wave Motor) Yes Minimum Focus Distance 1.5 ft. (0.45m) Focus Mode Auto Manual Manual/Auto G-type Yes Filter Size 58mm Accepts Filter Type Screw-on Approx. Dimensions (Diameter x Length) 2.9 (73.5) x 2.1 in. ( x 54.2 mm) Approx. Weight 9.9 oz. (280 g) Supplied Accessories HB-47 Bayonet Lens Hood LC-58 Snap-On Front Lens Cap LF-1 Rear Lens Cap CL-1013 Soft Case