Nikon AF-S DX Micro Nikkor 85mm f/3.5G ED VR vs Nikon AF Micro-Nikkor 200mm f/4D IF-ED
Side-by-side comparison from our catalogue data. Better values are highlighted only where a clear difference exists.
Verdict at a glance
- Nikon AF-S DX Micro Nikkor 85mm f/3.5G ED VR is faster by 0.4 stops (f/3.5 vs f/4.0), letting in more light.
- Nikon AF-S DX Micro Nikkor 85mm f/3.5G ED VR is lighter by 835g.
- Nikon AF-S DX Micro Nikkor 85mm f/3.5G ED VR goes wider (85mm vs 200mm).
- Nikon AF Micro-Nikkor 200mm f/4D IF-ED reaches further (200mm vs 85mm).
- Nikon AF-S DX Micro Nikkor 85mm f/3.5G ED VR is the newer design (2009 vs 1993).
| Spec | AF-S DX Micro Nikkor 85mm f/3.5G ED VR | AF Micro-Nikkor 200mm f/4D IF-ED |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Nikon | Nikon |
| Mount | Nikon F | Nikon F |
| Type | Macro | Macro |
| Focal length | 85mm (wider) | 200mm |
| Max aperture | f/3.5 (faster) | f/4.0 |
| Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Format | aps-c | full-frame |
| Groups | 10 | 8 |
| Af motor | SWM | none |
| Elements | 14 | 13 |
| Weight g | 355.0 (lighter) | 1190.0 |
| Filter mm | 52 | 62 |
| Length mm | 98.5 | 193.0 |
| Stabilized | Yes | n/a |
| Diameter mm | 73.0 | 76.0 |
| Min focus m | 0.286 (closer focusing) | 0.5 |
| Max magnification | n/a | 1.0 |
Nikon AF-S DX Micro Nikkor 85mm f/3.5G ED VR
A 2009 DX macro with VR and a 52mm filter thread. It frames like a 127mm lens on DX and gives a comfortable working distance.
Pros
- VR
- Long working distance
- Silent Wave Motor
- Light at about 355g
Cons
- DX only
- f/3.5 is a slow aperture
Nikon AF Micro-Nikkor 200mm f/4D IF-ED
Macro telephoto that reaches 1:1 from a comfortable working distance, introduced in 1993. It has internal focusing and a tripod collar.
Pros
- 1:1 reproduction
- Long working distance
- Internal focusing
- Tripod collar
Cons
- Heavy at 1.19kg
- No VR
- Slow screw-drive focus
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