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<blockquote data-quote="hark" data-source="post: 744380" data-attributes="member: 13196"><p>I have the 85mm f/1.8G and the 50mm f/1.8 AF-D (so not quite an exact comparison). Haven't really used either on any DX body, but because I really like creamy bokeh, the 85mm wins hands down. Neither has VR in case that influences your decision. Both are VERY light. The 85mm is somewhat plasticy but it's never been an issue for me. Love this lens. <img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" class="smilie smilie--sprite smilie--sprite1" alt=":)" title="Smile :)" loading="lazy" data-shortname=":)" /></p><p></p><p>I also own the Nikon 180mm f/2.8 AF-D and the 300mm f/4 PF. The 180mm is stellar although slow to focus. If you are looking to use it for fast action, keep looking - the AF just isn't fast enough. BUT if you are looking for sharp and creamy bokeh, look no further. It's light weight but no VR. It lacks a rear glass element, but as long as you are careful to keep the rear covered by a lens cap or keep it on a body, there isn't any problem. The 300mm is exceptional and definitely worthy of its price. It's light enough to handhold for long periods of time and also yields incredible images (just like the 180mm). </p><p></p><p>In all honesty, you won't go wrong with either the 85mm or the 50mm. It really depends on which focal length will work best for what you are shooting.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="hark, post: 744380, member: 13196"] I have the 85mm f/1.8G and the 50mm f/1.8 AF-D (so not quite an exact comparison). Haven't really used either on any DX body, but because I really like creamy bokeh, the 85mm wins hands down. Neither has VR in case that influences your decision. Both are VERY light. The 85mm is somewhat plasticy but it's never been an issue for me. Love this lens. :) I also own the Nikon 180mm f/2.8 AF-D and the 300mm f/4 PF. The 180mm is stellar although slow to focus. If you are looking to use it for fast action, keep looking - the AF just isn't fast enough. BUT if you are looking for sharp and creamy bokeh, look no further. It's light weight but no VR. It lacks a rear glass element, but as long as you are careful to keep the rear covered by a lens cap or keep it on a body, there isn't any problem. The 300mm is exceptional and definitely worthy of its price. It's light enough to handhold for long periods of time and also yields incredible images (just like the 180mm). In all honesty, you won't go wrong with either the 85mm or the 50mm. It really depends on which focal length will work best for what you are shooting. [/QUOTE]
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