Nikon AF-S Nikkor 58mm f/1.4G

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Clearly the best of the current Nikon normal primes but not as much better optically as the price difference suggests. Wide open, there is some visible coma towards the edges, and contrast and resolving power are significantly reduced, but the lens' optical performance at maximum aperture is still markedly better than that of its lower cost siblings. Bokeh and out-of-focus transition have a certain soft smoothness to them, making it easy to create the dreamy look for portraits and close-ups that is currently making a comeback. Overall, one cannot escape the impression that this lens was not designed with general photography in mind, but rather as a tool for artists. A special lens that will doubtlessly be used to create special images, and a worthy addition to the Nikkor family.

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