50 d vs 50 g

[RON_RIP]

Am in need of new 50mm lens, but am uncertain wether to get the G or D version. Would certainly like to hear from advocates of both lenses.

 

[carguy]

There are a few great threads comparing the two:

http://nikonites.com/general-lenses/4839-nikkor-50mm-f1-8d-vs-f1-8g-there-really-difference.html

http://nikonites.com/prime/12956-nikkor-af-s-50mm-f-1-8g-vs-nikkor-af-50mm-f-1-8d.html

This should get you started

 

[gqtuazon]

After using the D and G lenses for a while, I prefer the G lenses more since they are much quieter than the D lenses and are sharper compared to the older design lenses.

You are better off in spending the extra $$ to get the Nikon 50mm f1.8G IMO.

 

[daredevil123]

The G version is a great improvement optically over the older D version. It is a lot sharper, as well as has less CA.

If you are using modern digital cam bodies, you should just go ahead and get the G version. If you are using older film cameras, the D version should be the one to go for (due to the aperture ring).

 

[Tobrew]

I've owned the D and the G and I prefer the G for all the reasons mentioned above, especially sharpness and CA. I also think the bokeh looks better on the G.