Nikon NIKKOR Z 50mm f/1.4 Lens Announced, Price $496.95 – Available for Pre-Order

Nikon has officially announced the NIKKOR Z 50mm f/1.4, a fast, normal prime lens for its Z-mount cameras that covers the versatile 50mm focal length. The US price of the Nikkor Z 50mm F1.4 lens is $499 and will start shipping in late September.

The new lens appears to be a close companion to the NIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.4, which was released just three months earlier in June. Both lenses share identical dimensions—87mm (3.4″) in length and 75mm (3″) in diameter. The NIKKOR Z 50mm f/1.4 weighs 420g (14.8oz), making it only slightly heavier than the 35mm version.

Nikon NIKKOR Z 50mm f/1.4 Lens (Nikon Z) at B&H, Adorama.

Overview:

The NIKKOR Z 50mm f/1.4 is a lightweight standard prime lens with a natural perspective and versatile f/1.4 aperture. Soften backgrounds, isolate subjects, cut through low light and freeze fast motion. This lens is ideal for portraits, landscapes, street photography, snapshots and close-ups. Whether you’re focused on stills or videos, this lens will make every shot stand out

Features:

• At home on any Z series mirrorless camera. The NIKKOR Z 50mm f/1.4 lens has a 75mm equivalent field of view
  on APS-C size/DX format cameras.
  • Close focus. Lens focuses as close as 14.5 inches from the subject to reveal minute details, while enhancing
  background blur when shooting at the maximum f/1.4 aperture.
  • Video workhorse. Lightweight, with a minimal shift in its center of gravity ensures ideal use on a gimbal; the
  multi-focus STM motor minimizes operational noises for fast, silent autofocus and suppressed focus breathing.
  With compatible Nikon Z series mirrorless cameras, this lens offers linear manual focusing.
  • Low light. Capture the details at lower ISO and use faster shutter speeds with a wide f/1.4 aperture.
  • Beautiful bokeh. Background objects can be transformed into compositional elements; points of light into
  smooth, soft circles.
  • High optical performance unique to Z lenses. Minimal lens aberrations, surpassing conventional F-mount lenses.

Press release:

The Nikkor Z 50mm F1.4 is Nikon’s Latest Affordable and Fast Prime Lens for the Nikon Z System

Classically Captivating Focal Length and Large f/1.4 Aperture is the Simple Formula for Breathtaking Creativity

MELVILLE, NY (September 10, 2024) Today, Nikon Inc. announced the NIKKOR Z 50mm f/1.4, a lightweight prime lens with a wide and bright f/1.4 aperture. This affordable lens is compact enough to take anywhere, while offering a versatile and classic focal length that’s ideal for portraits, landscapes, street snaps, travel, still life and more.

“The NIKKOR Z 50mm f/1.4 is a modern take on a classic lens design, giving creators the benefits of the latest imaging technology and optical innovations at a very appealing price,” said Fumiko Kawabata, Sr. Vice President, Nikon Inc. “With the recently released NIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.4, photographers and videographers now have access to a great pair of fast, affordable primes that will help them to take their creativity further.”

The large f/1.4 aperture of this lens affords users the ability to create images and video with three-dimensional emphasis and naturally soft backgrounds that draw the viewers’ attention to a subject.

The NIKKOR Z 50mm f/1.4 lens features a compact, comfortable and lightweight design, measuring approximately 2.9 in x 3.4 in (74.5 × 86.5 mm) and weighing only 14.8 oz (420 g). The lens is engineered with a premium feel and superb handling, featuring a dedicated focus ring and customizable control ring.

Additional Features of the NIKKOR Z 50mm f/1.4

• Close minimum focus distance lets users get as near as 14.5 in (0.37 m) from the subject, which is great for flowers, still life and food photography.
• Nine-blade diaphragm helps to create a natural, circular bokeh for a pleasing out of focus area.
• Focus breathing is effectively suppressed to minimize the shift of the angle of view when adjusting the focus.
• Near Silent operation for video production, with a click-less control ring and near silent lens drive thanks to the use of STM motors.
• Weather Sealed and designed with careful consideration for dust- and drip-resistant performance*.

Price and Availability

The new NIKKOR Z 50mm f/1.4 will be available in late September 2024 for a suggested retail price of $499.95** For more information about the latest Nikon products, including the extensive lineup of NIKKOR Z lenses and the entire range of Z series cameras, please visit Nikonusa.com.

Specifications, equipment, and release dates are subject to change without any notice or obligation on the part of the manufacturer.

*Thorough dust and moisture-resistance is not guaranteed in all situations.

**SRP (Suggested Retail Price) listed only as a suggestion. Actual prices are set by dealers and are subject to change at any time.

Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/4 S Lens: $996.95 at Amazon, B&H, Adorama.

Nikon NIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.8 S Lens: $846.95 at Amazon, B&H, Adorama.

Nikon NIKKOR Z 50mm f/1.8 S Lens: $596.95 at Amazon, B&H, Adorama.