Nikon AF-S 85mm f/1,8 G Specifications

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Product
Name Nikon AF-S 85mm f/1,8 G

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Manufacturer Nikon
Release Date and Price
Release Year 2012
MSRP 499 USD
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Lens Type
Lens Type Telephoto Lens
Zoom or Prime Prime lens (no possibility to zoom)
Mount and Compatibility
Mount Nikon (see compatible cameras)
Compatibility Works on all sensors (see compatible cameras)
Focus
Closest Focusing Distance 80 cm
Autofocus (AF) Yes
Built-in autofocus (AF) motor Yes (more info)
Aperture
Maximum aperture f/1,8
Optics
Elements: 9 elements / 9 groups
Focal Length 85 mm

Depending on which camera this lens is used the focal length can seem different. This is because different camera sensors can have a slight crop factor and the focal length will be equivalent to:
  • 85 mm on Nikon FX, Full frame
  • 128 mm on Nikon DX, APS-C
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Physical
Diameter 80 mm
Length 73 mm
Weight 350 g (see the total weight, camera+lens)
Other
Image stabilization No
Filter Filter Thread, 67 mm
Lens Hood HB-62 (included)
Tripod mount No (Read more)
Weather sealing Yes