This is the specifications comparison between the new Nikkor 50mm f/1.8G Special Edition lens and the regular 50mm f/1.8G version – both lenses seems to be identical except the 5g difference in weight (probably because of the silver ring):
| Lens | AF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.8G Special Edition | AF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.8G |
|---|---|---|
| Focal Length | 50mm | 50mm |
| Maximum Aperture | f/1.8 | f/1.8 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/16 | f/16 |
| Format | FX/35mm | FX/35mm |
| Maximum Angle of View (DX-format) | 31°30′ | 31°30′ |
| Minimum Angle of View (DX-format) | — | — |
| Maximum Angle of View (FX-format) | 47° | 47° |
| Minimum Angle of View (FX-format) | — | — |
| Maximum Reproduction Ratio | 0.15x | 0.15x |
| Lens Elements | 7 | 7 |
| Lens Groups | 6 | 6 |
| Compatible Format(s) | FX DX | FX DX |
| VR (Vibration Reduction) Image Stabilization | — | — |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 7 |
| Nano Crystal Coat | — | — |
| ED Glass Elements | — | — |
| Aspherical Elements | 1 | 1 |
| Super Integrated Coating | Yes | Yes |
| AF-S (Silent Wave Motor) | Yes | Yes |
| Internal Focusing | — | — |
| Minimum Focus Distance | 1.5ft. (0.45m) | 1.48ft. (0.45m) |
| Close Range Correction | — | — |
| Focus Mode | Auto Manual | Auto Manual Manual/Auto |
| Rear Focusing | — | — |
| Filter Size | 58mm | 58mm |
| Accepts Filter Type | Screw-on | Screw-on |
| Approx. Dimensions (Diameter x Length) | 2.8in.(73mm)x2in.(52.5mm) | 2.8in.(72.1mm)x2.1in.(52.4mm) |
| Approx. Weight | 6.7oz. (190g) | 6.6oz. (185g) |
| Price | $276.95 | $216.95 |
MTF charts (identical):
Lens design (identical):
