Nikon AF DC-Nikkor 135mm f/2D vs Nikon AF Nikkor 180mm f/2.8D 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 DC-Nikkor 135mm f/2D is faster by 1 stop (f/2.0 vs f/2.8), letting in more light.
- Nikon AF Nikkor 180mm f/2.8D IF-ED is lighter by 55g.
- Nikon AF DC-Nikkor 135mm f/2D goes wider (135mm vs 180mm).
- Nikon AF Nikkor 180mm f/2.8D IF-ED reaches further (180mm vs 135mm).
- Nikon AF DC-Nikkor 135mm f/2D is the newer design (1990 vs 1986).
| Spec | AF DC-Nikkor 135mm f/2D | AF Nikkor 180mm f/2.8D IF-ED |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Nikon | Nikon |
| Mount | Nikon F | Nikon F |
| Type | Prime | Prime |
| Focal length | 135mm (wider) | 180mm |
| Max aperture | f/2.0 (faster) | f/2.8 |
| Released | 1990 | 1986 |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Groups | 6 | 6 |
| Af motor | none | none |
| Elements | 7 | 8 |
| Weight g | 815.0 | 760.0 (lighter) |
| Filter mm | 72 | 72 |
| Length mm | 120.0 | 144.0 |
| Diameter mm | 79.0 | 78.5 |
| Min focus m | 1.1 (closer focusing) | 1.5 |
Nikon AF DC-Nikkor 135mm f/2D
Telephoto portrait lens with the same Defocus Control ring as the 105mm DC, introduced in 1990. It is large, heavy and uses screw-drive focusing.
Pros
- f/2 aperture
- Defocus Control ring
- Metal build
Cons
- About 815g
- Screw-drive autofocus
- No stabilization
Nikon AF Nikkor 180mm f/2.8D IF-ED
A compact telephoto prime with ED glass and internal focusing, with a 72mm filter thread. It weighs about 760g.
Pros
- f/2.8 aperture
- Light for a 180mm f/2.8
- Internal focusing
- Sharp
Cons
- Screw-drive AF
- No VR
- Older coatings