The Nikon AF NIKKOR 50mm F1.4 is a highly regarded standard prime lens, beloved for its fast f/1.4 aperture, producing beautiful bokeh and excellent low-light performance. Ideal for portraits, street photography, and general shooting, this lens offers superb optical quality and robust build. This particular unit is in Near Mint condition, having been thoroughly inspected and confirmed to be fully functional.

While this specific lens has been thoroughly inspected, buyers of the Nikon AF NIKKOR 50mm F1.4 model should be aware of common potential issues:

• [HIGH] Stiff/Gritty Focus Ring (Focus Mechanism): Often due to dried lubricants. This specific lens has a smooth-operating helicoid (OK).
• [HIGH] Oily Aperture Blades: Can cause slow or incomplete aperture closure. This specific lens has clean, responsive aperture blades (OK).
• [HIGH] Internal Haze: Reduces contrast and sharpness. This specific lens shows no signs of haze.
• [CRITICAL] Balsam Separation: Severe degradation of image quality. This specific lens has no balsam separation.
• [HIGH] Fungus Growth: Can permanently damage glass coatings. This specific lens is free of fungus.
• [MEDIUM] Lens Scratches / Coating Wear: Can affect image quality. This specific lens has no scratches on its elements and good coating condition.
• [LOW] Cosmetic Wear: Scuffs, paint loss. This specific lens has a minor scuff, as noted in "Appearance".
• [MEDIUM] Internal Debris (Dust): Minor dust common. This specific lens has slight internal dust, which does not affect image quality.

We believe in full transparency, providing this context to assure you of the careful inspection our items undergo.

• Front Lens Cap
• Rear Lens Cap

No other accessories are included unless specifically mentioned above.

• Collectors seeking a flawless, factory-new item: Due to the minor external scuff and slight internal dust, this lens may not meet the expectations of collectors requiring perfect condition.
• Photographers who require absolute zero dust: While the slight internal dust does not affect image quality, those with extremely high sensitivity to any internal particles should consider a brand-new lens.
• Buyers unfamiliar with vintage lens characteristics: While in excellent condition, this is a used item and may exhibit characteristics different from modern, sealed lenses.

This lens is best suited for discerning photographers looking for an exceptional performing 50mm f/1.4 prime lens at a great value, who appreciate its minor signs of gentle previous ownership.