nikon 50mm f/1.8g vs. nikon 50mm f/1.4g... which one?

The 1.8G is newer and honestly, based on reviews, is the better lens and is way cheaper. The difference is 2/3 of a stop from 1.8 to 1.4. Unless you do a lot of dimly to dark lit photography and need a fast shutter speed, then go with the 1.4. Otherwise the 1.4 is the better bang for the buck IMHO.

Could you comment on the merits of 50mm F 1.8 vs. 85 mm F 1.8 for portrait photography much of which will just be shot in the home on a D7100.

Either lense is fine for portrait use though, but I prefer to keep portraits to around 50-85mm so on my aps-c sensor body it left me with one choice. A fx lens on a dx body has a focal length of 1.5x the rating. So a 50mm on a D7100 comes out to a 75mm, and the 85mm lens acts like a 127.rmm lens. For this reason I chose the 50mm F1.8 lens. It has nice bokeh and since the length isn't too long the portrait image still has some depth and isn't flattened.

Will the autofocus work on 50mm f/1.8G AF-S Nikkor lens for the D3200?

Yes, the auto-focus will work. But remember this is an FX lens. Your DX D3200 camera will register it as a 75mm lens rather than a 50mm lens.

Will it autofocus on D5300?

I have the D5100... I would only be assuming it would focus on the d5300.

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🎯 Nail every shot with Nikon’s 50mm f/1.8G — your secret weapon for pro-level photos!

CREAMY BOKEH MASTERY - Achieve that coveted smooth background blur that makes your subject pop like a pro.
LIGHTWEIGHT COMPACT - Designed for on-the-go creatives who demand performance without the bulk.
ICONIC 50 MM PRIME LENS - Classic focal length delivering stunning portraits & street shots with natural perspective.
WHISPER QUIET AUTOFOCUS - Nikon’s Silent Wave Motor ensures swift, precise focus without distracting noise.
BLAZING FAST F 1 8 APERTURE - Capture crisp, vibrant images even in challenging low-light scenarios—no flash needed.

The Nikon AF-S Nikkor 50mm f/1.8G is a lightweight, FX-format prime lens featuring a fast f/1.8 aperture and Silent Wave Motor autofocus. Perfect for portraits, low-light photography, and achieving professional bokeh effects, it offers sharp, vivid images with minimal distortion. Compatible with Nikon F-mount DSLRs, it’s a versatile, budget-friendly essential for serious photographers and enthusiasts alike.

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ASIN	B004Y1AYAC
Audio Recording	No
Best Sellers Rank	#84,238 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #58 in DSLR Camera Lenses
Box Contents	Bayonet Hood HB-47, Flexible lens pouch CL-1013, Rear Lens Cap LF-4, Snap-on Front Lens Cap LC-58
Brand Name	Nikon
Camera Lens	50mm
Colour	Black
Compatible Camera Models	Nikon D3500, Nikon D5600, Nikon D7500, Nikon D850
Compatible Devices	Nikon DSLR with Support for AF-S Lenses
Compatible Mountings	Nikon F
Customer Reviews	4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (10,032)
Exposure Control Type	Automatic
Fixed Focal Length	50 Millimetres
Focus Type	Auto Focus
Global Trade Identification Number	00033172418731
Has Self-Timer	No
Image Stabilization Type	Digital
Importer Contact Information	Nikon India PVT.LTD. Plot No: 71,Sector 32, Institutional Area, Gurgaon-122001, Haryana, India.Tel No: 1800-12-7346
Item Part Number	JAA015DA, jaa015da
Item Type Name	Lens
Item Weight Unit of Measure	185 Grams
Lens	Standard
Lens Coating Description	BBAR Coating
Lens Colour	Black
Lens Design	Prime
Lens Mount	Nikon F
Lens Type	50mm
Manufacturer	Nikon Corporation, Nikon Corporation Shinagawa Intercity Tower C, 2-15-3, Konan, Minato-Ku,Tokyo 106-6290 Japan
Manufacturer Contact Information	Nikon Corporation Shinagawa Intercity Tower C, 2-15-3, Konan, Minato-Ku,Tokyo 106-6290 Japan
Manufacturer Part Number	0018208021994
Maximum Aperture	1.8 f
Maximum Focal Length Unit of Measure	55
Maximum Shutter Speed	1/2000 seconds
Media Type	ProductImage
Minimum Aperture	16 Millimeters
Minimum Focal Length	55
Model Name	AF-S
Model Number	2199
Number of Items	1
Packer Contact Information	Nikon Corporation Shinagawa Intercity Tower C, 2-15-3, Konan, Minato-Ku,Tokyo 106-6290 Japan
Photo Filter Size	58 Millimeters
Shooting Modes	'Portrait', 'Sports'
UPC	667649008974 018208021994 033172418731 600161110336
Unit Count	5 Count
Warranty Description	2 Years Warranty

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