Nikon's fastest manual-focus 50mm — f/1.2 Ai-S with extraordinary light gathering for film photography.
The Nikon Nikkor 50mm f/1.2 Ai-S is Nikon's fastest manual-focus standard prime — f/1.2 providing extraordinary light gathering for the most demanding low-light film photography. It pushes the limits of what's optically achievable at this specification.
Optically characterful — soft at f/1.2 with significant aberrations that improve dramatically by f/2. The f/1.2 provides a uniquely bright viewfinder image on film SLRs. Nikon's precision manual focus helicoid. 7-element design.
Nikon F mount with 52mm filter thread. Approximately 350g — compact for f/1.2. Ai-S coupling. Full-frame coverage. Metal construction. 7 aperture blades. Minimum focus distance 50cm.
Available used at mid-range to professional prices — the f/1.2 specification maintains value. The AF-S 50mm f/1.4G is sharper and has AF. The Noct-Nikkor 58mm f/1.2 is the legendary alternative. For film photographers and adapted mirrorless enthusiasts who want f/1.2 character.