Nikkor AF-S 85mm F/1.8G Lens

Lens Description

The Nikkor AF-S 85mm F/1.8G is a short telephoto prime designed for cameras with Full-Frame sensors. This ultra-bright prime has a 85mm focal-length.

This prime is capable of focusing down to 80cm from the imaging plane which gives it a maximum magnification of 0.124X. The lens offers a Quick-Shift AF system which lets the user simply rotate the focus-ring to focus manually. A Super-Sonic motor inside the lens delivers very fast and relatively quiet AF.

This lens is only available for Nikon F. Follow this link to see all current compatible digital cameras: Nikon F mount cameras with Full-Frame or larger sensor.

Nikkor AF-S 85mm F/1.8G Specifications

Brand	Nikkor	Model	AF-S 85mm F/1.8G
Mount	Nikon F	Max FLM	1X
Focal Length	85mm	View Angle	28°
Max Aperture	F/1.8	Min Aperture	F/16
Min Focus	80cm	Magnification	0.124X
Filter Size	67mm	Aperture Blades	7
Size (D x L)	80 x 73mm	Weight	350g
Tilt	N / A	Shift	N / A
Stabilization		Protection	None
Zoom Drive	Mechanic	Focus Drive	AF with quick-shift
Zoom Mechanism	N / A	Focus Mechanism	Internal
Hood	Bayonet	Focus Motor	Super Sonic
Perspective	Rectilinear	Introduced	2012-01-06

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