AF Nikkor 85mm f/1.8D
This fast, compact lens is an excellent choice for indoor or outdoor portraits, as well as indoor sports and stage productions.
$489.95*SRPSRP (Suggested Retail Price) listed only as a suggestion. Actual prices are set by dealers and are subject to change at any time.
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AF Nikkor 85mm f/1.8D
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I got a helluva deal!
I own a D90, which is my fourth Nikon but my first DSLR. While killing time in a pawn shop I spotted an N8008 in great condition. My eyes popped out when I saw this lens attached. I checked to see if it focused, and bought it. The camera works perfectly. The camera and the lens TOGETHER cost me $20.00. Needless to say I was thrilled. I use this lens on my D90 and I like it a lot. The focus is very fast and the sharpness to me is tremendous. The only caveat is that the DOF can get REALLY short and you need to keep this in mind at bigger apertures. A terrific lens, just great.
June 28, 2012
Very nice Low light imagery
I am very much impressed by this very nice lens!! Exceptional low light capabilities and high speed imagery..
November 22, 2011
Great Lens
This is a great lens for its price range. auto focus is slow to respond in dark environment. It should have a manual focus mode. great for shallow focus.
November 21, 2011
I love this lens
I have always used zoom lenses other than wide angle. This is my first fixed lense and I just love it. It is TACK sharp. Almost too sharp as I have to do some retouching on skin flaws.
June 21, 2011
Terrific lens
I am very satisfied with this nikon product. The image quality is excellent and the lens is very affordable. I did have a chance to shoot with the new Nikon 85mm 1.4 lens. While I am very satisified with the 85mm1.8 the new 85mm1.4 Nikon lens spoils you.
June 6, 2011
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I went to 2 different stores and one sells Nikkor 85mm 1.8 D made in Thailand and one Nikkor 85mm 1.8 D made in Japan.
The ones sold in the US is only made in Japan or it is also made in Thailand.
The ones sold in the US is only made in Japan or it is also made in Thailand.
11 months ago
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Nikon Fan Boy
New York
Location :
New York
Age: 25-34
Favorite Subject: Portrait
Nikon Family: 0-1 years
Experience: 1-3 months
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
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Nikon operates factories all across the globe and each operate to the same high standard. While individual cameras are marked with their country of manufacture we can't make a blanket statement about which camera is produced where.10 months ago
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Anonymous
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Yes it is.
AF Nikkor 85mm f/1.8D
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What exactly does it mean by close range sports? and Does it take great portraits?
would this camera work for volleyball? I need to take pictures at games, but I don't know what kind of lense to buy. I would like to do photo shoots of people and places.
10 months ago
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ohhaejin
NY
Location :
NY
Age: Under 18
Favorite Subject: Sports
Nikon Family: 2-5 years
Experience: Less than a month
Role: Occasional user, memory keeper
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This is a really good lens for indoor sport and portrait. Best value.10 months ago
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ohhaejin
NY
Location :
NY
Age: Under 18
Favorite Subject: Sports
Nikon Family: 2-5 years
Experience: Less than a month
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
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unless your camera has an internal focusing motor (and only higher end DSLRs do) you will need to manual focus using the focusing ring on the lens. The good news is that the focus indicator on the camera will still work. While looking through the viewfinder you will see a green dot light up when the subject is in focus. Awesome lens, by the way,9 months ago
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myhorselucy
Maine
Location :
Maine
Age: Under 18
Favorite Subject: Nature
Nikon Family: 2-5 years
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
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Yes
also is this camera best for shooting low light concerts?
8 months ago
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Anonymous
Age: Under 18
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
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Yes but will be manual focus.6 months ago
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Anonymous
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yes
Why? And is there a menu choice to change that?
4 months, 4 weeks ago
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eastctygirl
portland
Location :
portland
Age: 45-54
Favorite Subject: Landscape
Nikon Family: 6-10 years
Experience: Less than a month
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
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The aperture is controlled by the camera so the lens has to be locked at f/16. Only on older film bodies is the aperture used on the lens.
AF Nikkor 85mm f/1.8D
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i bought this accidently for my d7000. i ordered it thinking it was the new version of 85mm 1.8g. it doesnt seem to work in anyother aperture size....
accept for the default setting which is 16. thats not good?
3 months, 2 weeks ago
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Anonymous
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This lens is fully compatible with the D7000. Set the aperture on the lens to f/16 and lock it there using the switch located just to the right of 1.8. Now the lens will function in all exposure modes with the aperture being set electronically using the rotating wheel.3 months, 2 weeks ago
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Anonymous
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It is fully compatible with all Nikon DSLR's having a built in lens motor. Will not auto focus on D40, D40x, D60, D300, D3100, D5000 and D5100.The 85mm f/1.8 AF-S G will auto focus with these cameras.2 months ago
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dukekas
Indianapolis, IN, USA
Location :
Indianapolis, IN, USA
Age: 35-44
Favorite Subject: Portrait
Nikon Family: 2-5 years
Experience: More than a year
Role: Professional photographer
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No
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