Nikon 50mm f1.4 vs f1.8

[Marko]

Are you aware that Nikon has also just release an update 50mm 1.4 with AFS and improved optical design??

The question of value between the 1.4 and 1.8 is really up to you...

is the 50mm 1.8 a great, sharp lens? .... yes...

is the 50mm 1.4 a great, sharp lens? .....yes...

with the extra price you get a wider aperture, professional build quality, I think it's a little sharper wide open and the bokeh is slightly better...

if you are a pro making money.... or a hobbyist with money to burn... then get the 1.4 ... if not, then get the plastic fantastic.. it's a great lens...

a note for build quality... this lens is so small it's pretty hard to destroy....

i have the 1.8 and often keep it in my coat pocket.... it's the only lens i generally treat with disrespect... I often use it in danger areas that I don't want to expose my real lenses too.... like if i'm canoeing down a river... or standing underneath a water fall... or at a drinking parties with my old mates from the neighborhood... cheap to replace and hard to damage...

agree 100%.

Since nobody mentioned it the difference between the 2 in terms of speed is 2/3 of a stop.