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Quick answer
A compact manual-focus 85mm f/2 with a 52mm filter thread. It weighs about 310g and focuses down to 0.85m.
Pros
- Compact at about 310g
- f/2 aperture
- 52mm filter thread
Cons
- Manual focus only
- Soft wide open
- Flare against bright light
Verdict
A light, compact portrait lens for film and adapters.
About this lens
This 85mm f/2 fast short-telephoto prime lens from Nikon fits Nikon F mount cameras. The focal length is a classic choice for portraits and details.
Nikon Nikkor 85mm f/2 AI-S specifications
- Brand
- Nikon
- Mount
- Nikon F
- Focal length
- 85mm
- Maximum aperture
- f/2.0
- Lens type
- Prime
- Format coverage
- full-frame
- Optical construction
- 5 elements in 5 groups
- Autofocus motor
- none
- Minimum focus distance
- 0.85 m
- Filter thread
- 52 mm
- Weight
- 310 g
- Length
- 61 mm
- Diameter
- 63.5 mm
Specification source: en.wikipedia.org
What can you shoot with the Nikon Nikkor 85mm f/2 AI-S?
- Portraits
- Adapted use on Z
- Film shooting
Its fast maximum aperture helps in dim light and gives good subject separation.
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 | 85mm | 23.9° | 28.6° |
| APS-C | 1.5x | 128mm | 16.1° | 19.3° |
Frequently asked questions
Is the Nikon 85mm f/2 AI-S good for portraits?
Yes, its focal length suits portraits, and it is sharp when stopped down slightly.
Can I use the 85mm f/2 AI-S on Z cameras?
Yes, using the FTZ or FTZ II adapter. It is manual focus only; setting the lens data in the menu allows exposure metering and in-body stabilization.
Is the 85mm f/2 AI-S sharp wide open?
Reasonably, with some softness and contrast loss at f/2. It improves by f/2.8.
Alternatives for Nikon F from other brands
All Nikon F lensesSame mount, overlapping focal range, closest maximum aperture first.
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