The portrait of perfection.

Meet the new standard by which all short telephoto lenses will be measured against, the world's first* full-frame 105mm with an f/1.4 aperture. A marvel of optical precision, distortion correction and craftsmanship. It's fast maximum aperture make this an ideal optic for available light—recommended for portraiture or indoor sports. This short telephoto lens can defocus backgrounds with painterly finesse and isolate subjects with three-dimensional fidelity. For those seeking the ultimate in image quality in photography or videography, there's no close second.

*Among AF lenses for digital SLRs compatible with FX-format image sensor; as of July 27, 2016; statement based on Nikon research.

    Technology

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      Electromagnetic Diaphragm Mechanism

      An electromagnetic diaphragm mechanism in the lens barrel provides highly accurate electronic diaphragm or aperture blade control when using auto exposure during continuous shooting. With conventional D/G type lenses, the diaphragm blades are operated by mechanical linkage levers.

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      ED (Extra-Low Dispersion) Glass

      An optical glass developed by Nikon that is used with normal optical glass in telephoto lenses to obtain optimum correction of chromatic aberrations.

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      Fluorine Coat

      Photographers need gear that can withstand the elements. Nikon’s fluorine coat effectively repels dust, water droplets, grease or dirt, ensuring easy removal even when they adhere to the lens surface. Nikon’s fluorine coat endures a high frequency of lens surface wiping and its anti-reflective effect also contributes to the capture of clear images.

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      IF Lens

      A NIKKOR lens in which only the internal lens group shifts during focusing. Thus, IF NIKKORS do not change in size during AF operation, allowing for compact, lightweight lenses capable of closer focusing distances. These lenses will be designated with the abbreviation IF on the lens barrel.

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      M/A

      Select NIKKOR lenses have a focusing mode which allows switching from automatic to manual focusing with virtually no lag time by simply turning the focusing ring on the lens. This makes it possible to seamlessly switch to fine manual focusing while looking through the viewfinder.

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      Nano Crystal Coat

      An anti-reflective coating developed by Nikon that virtually eliminates internal lens element reflections across a wide range of wavelengths. Nano Crystal Coat solves ghost effects caused by red light and effectively reduces ghost and flare caused by light entering the lens diagonally.

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      Silent Wave Motor

      AF-S NIKKOR lenses feature Nikon’s Silent Wave Motor (SWM). This technology converts “traveling waves” into rotational energy to focus the optics. This enables high-speed autofocusing that's extremely accurate and super quiet.

    The lens incorporates an electromagnetic diaphragm mechanism. The following cameras are compatible with this lens:

    D5, D4 series, D3 series, Df, D850, D810, D810A, D800 series, D750, D700, D610, D600, D500, D300 series, D7500, D7200, D7100, D7000, D5600, D5500, D5300, D5200, D5100, D5000, D3400, D3300, D3200, D3100, Nikon 1 J1, J2, J3, J4, J5 with FT-1, Nikon 1 V1, V2, V3 with FT-1, Nikon 1 S1, S2 with FT-1

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    Tech Specs

    • Focal Length

      105mm
    • Maximum Aperture

      Maximum Aperture

      f/1.4
    • Format

      FX/35mm
    • Nano Crystal Coat

      Yes
    • AF-S (Silent Wave Motor)

      AF-S (Silent Wave Motor)

      Yes
    • Approx. Dimensions (Diameter x Length)

      Approx. Dimensions (Diameter x Length)

      3.7 in.94.5 mmx4.2 in.106 mm
    • Approx. Weight

      Approx. Weight

      34.8 oz.985 g
    • Mount Type
      Nikon F-Bayonet
    • Focal Length
      105mm
    • Maximum Aperture
      f/1.4
    • Minimum Aperture
      f/16
    • Format
      FX/35mm
    • Maximum Angle of View (DX-format)
      15°20'
    • Maximum Angle of View (FX-format)
      23°10′
    • Maximum Reproduction Ratio
      0.13xx
    • Lens Constructions Elements
      14
    • Lens Construction Groups
      9
    • Compatible Format(s)
      FX, DX, FX in DX Crop Mode
    • Diaphragm Blades
      9
    • Distance Information
      Yes
    • Nano Crystal Coat
      Yes
    • ED Glass Elements
      3
    • Fluorine Coat
      Yes
    • Autofocus
      Yes
    • AF-S (Silent Wave Motor)
      Yes
    • Internal Focusing
      Yes
    • Minimum Focus Distance
      1.0 m (3.3 ft.) from focal plane
    • Focus Mode
      AF, Manual
    • E-type
      Yes
    • Filter Size
      82mm
    • Accepts Filter Type
      Screw-on
    • Approx. Dimensions (Diameter x Length)
      3.7 in.94.5 mmx4.2 in.106 mm
    • Approx. Weight
      34.8 oz.985 g
    • Lens Type
      Prime

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