Quick answer
A compact wide prime with a 62mm filter thread and close focus to 0.25m. It weighs about 270g.
Pros
- Compact
- Close focus of 0.25m
- Takes 62mm filters
- Sharp when stopped down
Cons
- Visible corner softness at f/2.8
- Screw-drive AF
- Some distortion
Verdict
A compact wide prime for FX. Stop down for the edges.
About this lens
Nikon AF Nikkor 20mm f/2.8D: a wide-angle prime lens with a 20mm focal length and a maximum aperture of f/2.8, made for Nikon F mount cameras. The wide view suits landscapes, architecture and environmental shots.
Nikon AF Nikkor 20mm f/2.8D specifications
- Brand
- Nikon
- Mount
- Nikon F
- Focal length
- 20mm
- Maximum aperture
- f/2.8
- Lens type
- Prime
- Format coverage
- full-frame
- Released
- 1989
- Optical construction
- 12 elements in 9 groups
- Autofocus motor
- none
- Minimum focus distance
- 0.25 m
- Filter thread
- 62 mm
- Weight
- 270 g
- Length
- 42.5 mm
- Diameter
- 69 mm
Specification source: en.wikipedia.org
What can you shoot with the Nikon AF Nikkor 20mm f/2.8D?
- Landscapes
- Interiors
- Street
Its bright maximum aperture handles indoor and evening light reasonably well.
Full-frame equivalent and field of view
Calculated from the focal length and crop factor. Not measured.
| Sensor | Crop | Equivalent | Horizontal FOV | Diagonal FOV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full frame | 1.0x | 20mm | 84° | 94.5° |
| APS-C | 1.5x | 30mm | 61.9° | 71.6° |
Frequently asked questions
Is the Nikon AF 20mm f/2.8D good for landscapes?
Yes, from f/8 onward it is sharp across the frame. Wide open, the corners are soft.
Does the AF Nikkor 20mm f/2.8D autofocus on all Nikon DSLRs?
Autofocus works only on DSLRs with an in-body focus motor, for example the D7500, D750, D500 and D850. On D3xxx and D5xxx bodies and on Z cameras with the FTZ adapter, focus is manual.
What filter size does the 20mm f/2.8D use?
62mm.
Alternatives for Nikon F from other brands
All Nikon F lensesSame mount, overlapping focal range, closest maximum aperture first.
