Nikon calls the new lens their ‘fastest and most optically impressive AF prime lens yet, effortlessly balancing the combination of intense sharpness and dreamy bokeh.’ This lens is primarily a portrait lens and will have superb image quality. The lens is super, super-fast, but it’s definitely not a light lens, as it measures in at 2.4 lbs. The size and weight are the major tradeoffs, as really nothing will come close to this in terms of image quality at 50mm from Nikon.
This lens will be a direct competitor to Canon’s RF mirrorless 50mm f/1.2. A 50mm prime isn’t as useful for nature photographers, but I did want to touch on one possibility of this lens. It’s super fast at f/1.2 and could be an excellent astrophotography choice for those that like a closer perspective of the Milky Way or stars. I have seen fantastic shots at 50mm of the night sky. With a hefty price tag though, it might be best if you buy this one primarily for portraits and maybe test it out for landscape/macro shoots. It will be priced at $2,099.95.