
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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Nikkor 85mm F/1.8 Facts





85mm Focal-Length | F/1.8 Constant Aperture |
67mm Filter Thread | AF with quick-shift |
Nikon F Mount | 1 Max Crop-Factor |
350g Lens Weight | 80 x 73mm (D x L) |
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