Nikon PC 85mm F2.8 D Micro vs Nikon AF-S 85mm F1.8 G
This is a full comparison between the lenses Nikon PC 85mm F2.8 D Micro and Nikon AF-S 85mm F1.8 G.
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Product |
Nikon PC 85mm F2.8 D Micro |
Nikon AF-S 85mm F1.8 G |
| Name | Nikon PC 85mm F2.8 D Micro | Nikon AF-S 85mm F1.8 G |
| Also known as | Nikon Nikkor PC 85mm F2.8 D Micro | Nikon Nikkor AF-S 85mm F1.8 G |
| Manufacturer | Nikon | Nikon |
| SKU | ||
Release Date and Price |
Nikon PC 85mm F2.8 D Micro |
Nikon AF-S 85mm F1.8 G |
| Release Year | 1999 | 2012 |
| Release Date | ||
| MSRP | N/A | 499 USD |
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Lens Type |
Nikon PC 85mm F2.8 D Micro |
Nikon AF-S 85mm F1.8 G |
| Lens Type |
Telephoto Tilt Shift |
Telephoto |
| Zoom or Prime | Prime lens (no zoom) | Prime lens (no zoom) |
Mount and Compatibility |
Nikon PC 85mm F2.8 D Micro |
Nikon AF-S 85mm F1.8 G |
| Mount | Nikon F | Nikon F |
| Designed for APS-C sensor | No (Suitable for all sensors) | No (Suitable for all sensors) |
Focus |
Nikon PC 85mm F2.8 D Micro |
Nikon AF-S 85mm F1.8 G |
| Autofocus (AF) |
Note. See below for further informationNo Manual focus only |
Yes |
| Built-in Autofocus (AF) Motor | N/ANo | Yes |
| Motor Type | N/A | No information |
| Focus Method | No information | No information |
| Closest Focusing Distance | 39 cm | 80 cm |
| Maximum Magnification | ||
Aperture |
Nikon PC 85mm F2.8 D Micro |
Nikon AF-S 85mm F1.8 G |
| Maximum Aperture | F2,8 | F1,8 |
| Diaphragm Blades | No information | No information |
Optics |
Nikon PC 85mm F2.8 D Micro |
Nikon AF-S 85mm F1.8 G |
| Construction | 6 elements / 5 groups | 9 elements / 9 groups |
| Special Elements/Coatings | No information | No information |
Focal Length |
Nikon PC 85mm F2.8 D Micro |
Nikon AF-S 85mm F1.8 G |
| Focal Length | 85 mm | 85 mm |
| Zoom Range | None (Prime lens) No Zoom available. |
None (Prime lens) No Zoom available. |
| Built-in Teleconverter | No | No |
| Teleconverter Multiplier | N/A | N/A |
| Image Stabilization | No | No |
| Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | N/A | N/A |
Physical |
Nikon PC 85mm F2.8 D Micro |
Nikon AF-S 85mm F1.8 G |
| Weather Sealing | No | Yes |
| Diameter | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Length | 109 mm | 73 mm |
| Weight | 770 gr | 350 gr |
Other |
Nikon PC 85mm F2.8 D Micro |
Nikon AF-S 85mm F1.8 G |
| Filter Type | Filter Thread | Filter Thread |
| Filter Diameter | 77 mm | 67 mm |
| Lens Hood | Included | Included |
| Lens Hood SKU | HB-22 | HB-62 |
| Tripod Collar | N/A | N/A |
| Tripod Collar SKU | N/A | N/A |
