Quick answer
The Nikon Micro-Nikkor 105mm f/4 AI-S is a short telephoto macro lens covering 105mm at f/4.0 for the Nikon F mount. Its moderate maximum aperture works best in good light or with a higher ISO.
About this lens
Nikon Micro-Nikkor 105mm f/4 AI-S: a macro lens with a 105mm focal length and a maximum aperture of f/4, made for Nikon F mount cameras. It is intended for close-up work with small subjects such as flowers and insects.
Nikon Micro-Nikkor 105mm f/4 AI-S specifications
What can you shoot with the Nikon Micro-Nikkor 105mm f/4 AI-S?
At 105mm this is a short telephoto macro, which typically suits:
- Portraits with a flattering perspective
- Events and weddings
- Isolating subjects from the background
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 | 105mm | 19.5° | 23.3° |
| APS-C | 1.5x | 158mm | 13° | 15.6° |
Frequently asked questions
What mount does the Nikon Micro-Nikkor 105mm f/4 AI-S use?
It uses the Nikon F mount, so it fits Nikon F cameras directly.
What is the focal length of the Nikon Micro-Nikkor 105mm f/4 AI-S?
It is a fixed 105mm lens with a maximum aperture of f/4.0. That makes it a short telephoto lens.
Is the Nikon Micro-Nikkor 105mm f/4 AI-S a prime or a zoom lens?
It is a prime lens with a fixed 105mm focal length. Primes usually open wider than zooms; this one opens to f/4.0.
What is the Nikon Micro-Nikkor 105mm f/4 AI-S equivalent on a crop sensor?
On APS-C (1.5x crop) it frames like 158mm on full frame, with a 13° horizontal and 15.6° diagonal field of view. These figures are calculated from the focal length and crop factor.
Which cameras does the Nikon Micro-Nikkor 105mm f/4 AI-S 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.
