Nikon Series E 50mm f/1.8 value (October 2026)

Lens

Typical sale price (used)

$55–$79

Middle of the market ≈ $70.38 · 82 for sale on eBay

List at

$79.99

The going asking price, with room for offers.

Quick sale

$54.99

Priced to sell within days.

Based on current eBay asking prices (82 matching listings, Oct 5, 2026), discounted to estimate sold prices; updated weekly. Parts-only, untested and accessory listings are left out.

Price history

We record the market every week. The chart appears once there are two weeks of data (first point: Oct 5, 2026).

Listed on eBay now

Asking prices at the last refresh, cheapest to dearest. Some may have sold since.

About the Nikon Series E 50mm f/1.8

Part of Nikon’s budget Series E line launched in 1979, this compact manual-focus 50mm f/1.8 was the kit lens for the Nikon EM. It uses the Nikon F mount (AI-S coupling) with a plastic-heavy barrel. Check for haze, fungus, and a smooth focus ring.

What affects the price

  • Fungus (web-like threads), haze or separation inside the glass. Shine a flashlight through the lens to check.
  • Oily or sticky aperture blades, and a smooth, even focus ring.
  • Scratches on the front element and cleaning marks. Light dust is normal and barely affects price.
  • Front and rear caps, the hood and the original box add a little; the mount matters most for who can use it.

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FAQ

How much is a Nikon Series E 50mm f/1.8 worth?+

As of October 2026, a used Nikon Series E 50mm f/1.8 typically sells for about $55–$79, based on 82 current eBay listings. Asking prices are discounted about 12% to estimate what it actually sells for.

What should I list a Nikon Series E 50mm f/1.8 for?+

List at around $79.99 to sit mid-pack with room for offers, or around $54.99 to sell it quickly. Condition, what’s included and good photos move it up or down.

Are these sold prices?+

No. eBay only shares sold prices with approved partners, so this guide uses current asking prices on eBay (items for sale right now), drops accessories, parts-only and outlier listings, and discounts the middle of the range to estimate the sale price. It is updated weekly.

How do I check the value of my own Nikon Series E 50mm f/1.8?+

Use What’s It Worth? to search live eBay listings with your exact description and condition, or the FlipperTools extension to see sold prices on eBay’s own search pages.

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