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Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 85mm f/1.8G Lens

The AF-S Nikon 85mm f/1.8G is the new addition to the FX-format lens lineup. It utilizes an all new optical design allowing users to enjoy shooting portraits with pleasing blur characteristics only possible through fixed focal length lenses

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$527.34 $799 In stock

Category: Nikon DSLR Lenses

Overview

The AF-S Nikon 85mm f/1.8G is the new addition to the FX-format lens lineup. It utilizes an all new optical design allowing users to enjoy shooting portraits with pleasing blur characteristics only possible through fixed focal length lenses. Even with a fast maximum aperture of f/1.8, the AF-S NIKKOR 85mm f/1.8G is very lightweight at roughly 350 g, allowing users to easily carry their camera around with this lens mounted. The Silent Wave Motor (SWM) ensures not only quiet autofocus operations, but also makes autofocus shooting possible when the lens is used with entry-level Nikon DX-format digital-SLR cameras such as the D5100 and D3100, which are not equipped with an autofocus drive motor.

Highlights

  • A fast, fixed-focal-length, medium telephoto lens with 85 mm focal length and maximum aperture of f/1.8
  • Newly developed optical system optimized for use with D series digital SLRs
  • Silent Wave Motor (SWM) realizes quiet AF operation for all D series digital SLRs
  • Two focus modes are available �X M/A (quick switching from AF to MF) and M (manual focus)

In The Box

  1. Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 85mm f/1.8G Lens
  2. Lens Hood
  3. Front Lens Cap
  4. Rear Lens Cap
  5. Softcase

Specifications

Focal length

85mm

Maximum aperture

f/1.8

Minimum aperture

f/16

Lens construction

9 elements in 9 groups

Angle of view

28�X30′ (18�X50′ with Nikon DX format)

Minimum focus distance

0.8 m/2.62 ft (from focal plane)

Maximum reproduction ratio

0.124x

No. of diaphragm blades

7 (rounded)

Filter-attachment size

67mm

Diameter x length (extension from lens mount)

Approximately 80 x 73 mm/3.1 x 2.9 in.

Weight Approximately

350g/12.4 oz

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Customer Reviews (5.0 / 5 · 5 reviews)

Carter H. ★★★★★

The bokeh on this thing is gorgeous—shooting wide open at f/1.8 gives portraits that creamy, dreamy background separation I've been chasing. I've used it for two sessions so far and the sharpness right where it counts on the eyes is just spot-on.

Leo Y. ★★★★★

The focus is noticeably faster than my old 50mm, and the sharpness wide open is impressive for portraits. I've been getting cleaner skin tones with that creamy background separation without needing to stop down.

Sebastian ★★★★★

The bokeh at f/1.8 is exactly the soft, dreamy look I wanted for headshots, and the autofocus locks on quickly even in dim light. It's my go-to lens now, and the sharpness wide open honestly surprised me.