Lens Summary
Brand: Nikon
Also Known As: Nikon 85mm f/1.8D
Lens Type: Prime Lens
Format: Full Frame / FX
Focus: Autofocus
Lens Mount: Nikon F
Release Date: 1994-09-01
MSRP Price: $489.95
Made in: Japan, Thailand
Infrared Rating: Good
Production Status: In Production
Lens Description: This fast, compact lens is an excellent choice for indoor or outdoor portraits, as well as indoor sports and stage productions.
Nikon AF NIKKOR 85mm f/1.8D Specifications
| Lens Specifications | |
|---|---|
| * Supplied accessories may differ depending on country or area | |
| Lens Type | Prime Lens |
| Focal Length | 85mm |
| Mount Type | Nikon F |
| Format | Full Frame / FX |
| Compatible Format(s) | FX, DX, FX in DX Crop Mode, 35mm Film |
| Compatible with Teleconverters | No |
| Maximum Reproduction Ratio | 0.11x |
| Vibration Reduction (Image Stabilization) | No |
| Aperture Information | |
| Aperture Ring | Yes |
| Maximim Aperture | f/1.8 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/16 |
| Maximum Angle of View (APS-C or smaller format) | 18°50' |
| Maximum Angle of View (Full frame or larger format) | 28°30' |
| Optical Information | |
| Lens Elements | 6 |
| Lens Groups | 6 |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 |
| Super Integrated Coat (SIC) | Yes |
| Focus Information | |
| Focus | Autofocus |
| Built-in Focus Motor | No |
| Rear Focusing | Yes |
| Minimum Focus Distance | 2.8 ft. (0.85m) |
| Distance Information | Yes |
| Filter Information | |
| Filter Size | 62mm |
| Accepts Filter Type | Screw-on |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Weather / Dust Sealing | No |
| Mount Material | Metal |
| Dimensions | (Approx.) 2.8x2.3 in. (Diameter x Length), 71.5x58.5mm (Diameter x Length) |
| Weight | (Approx.) 13.4 oz. (380g) |
| Other Information | |
| Available in Colors | Black |
| Supplied Accessories | HN-23 hood, 62mm lens cap, Rear lens cap |
Lens Construction
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I recently purchased one of these as a prime portrait lens for use on both my d7100 and d700. I’m very pleased with the results I’ve got with the D7100. I’ve yet to use it on my D700 much to give a remark there. The lens is very sharp in my opinion. Perhaps too sharp sometimes. I found the DOF to be very shallow and i’ve missed a few shots because of focusing on the wrong area. I highly recommend this. Just be aware of focus and DOF.