Quick answer
The Nikon AF Nikkor 50-135mm f/3.5-4.5 is a standard to short telephoto zoom lens covering 50-135mm at f/3.5 for the Nikon F mount. Its moderate maximum aperture works best in good light or with a higher ISO.
About this lens
The Nikon AF Nikkor 50-135mm f/3.5-4.5 is a short-telephoto zoom lens covering 50-135mm at f/3.5-4.5 for Nikon F mount cameras. The range suits portraits and general telephoto work.
Nikon AF Nikkor 50-135mm f/3.5-4.5 specifications
What can you shoot with the Nikon AF Nikkor 50-135mm f/3.5-4.5?
At 50-135mm this is a standard to short telephoto zoom, which typically suits:
- Everyday and street photography
- Natural-perspective portraits
- Documentary and travel work
- Portraits with a flattering perspective
- Events and weddings
Its moderate maximum aperture works best in good light or with a higher ISO.
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 | 50–135mm | 15.2–39.6° | 18.2–46.8° |
| APS-C | 1.5x | 75–203mm | 10.2–27° | 12.2–32.2° |
Frequently asked questions
What mount does the Nikon AF Nikkor 50-135mm f/3.5-4.5 use?
It uses the Nikon F mount, so it fits Nikon F cameras directly.
What is the focal length of the Nikon AF Nikkor 50-135mm f/3.5-4.5?
It zooms across 50-135mm with a maximum aperture of f/3.5. That makes it a standard to short telephoto lens.
Is the Nikon AF Nikkor 50-135mm f/3.5-4.5 a prime or a zoom lens?
It is a zoom lens covering 50-135mm, so you can reframe without moving. Its maximum aperture is f/3.5.
What is the Nikon AF Nikkor 50-135mm f/3.5-4.5 equivalent on a crop sensor?
On APS-C (1.5x crop) it frames like 75–203mm on full frame, with a 10.2–27° horizontal and 12.2–32.2° diagonal field of view. These figures are calculated from the focal length and crop factor.
Which cameras does the Nikon AF Nikkor 50-135mm f/3.5-4.5 fit?
Any Nikon F-mount camera, including Nikon D3, Nikon D300, Nikon D3000, Nikon D300S, and Nikon D3100 and 35 more.
Alternatives for Nikon F from other brands
All Nikon F lensesSame mount, overlapping focal range, closest maximum aperture first.
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