Originally posted by joeyc While the FA50 is a very nice lens, it really doesn't compare to the FA43 IMO. The 43 is sharper until about F2.8 and the bokeh is a little bit more appealing to me. However, the price difference is quite large, so dollar for dollar, the 50 is probably a better buy. I typically use the 43 as walk around lens, but found the 50 too long for that. As similar as they seem, for me they are quite different. Price no issue, get the 43. More concerned about getting the most for your money, the 50 is the ticket.
I guarantee the FA 50mm is sharper than the 43mm from f1.4 to f1.8.
I've often thought that if I ever got a 43mm, I'd sell the 50 f1.4, but it is such a good night lens for an AF lens.