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AF-S Micro-Nikkor 60mm f/2.8G ED
- 60mm
- f/2.8
- Prime
- 425 g
- Min focus 0.19 m
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Quick answer
The AF-S Micro-Nikkor 60mm f/2.8G ED is a 1:1 macro lens for Nikon FX cameras with a silent-wave motor and ED glass. Also a flexible short normal lens.
Pros
- True 1:1 macro
- Quiet AF-S
- Sharp
- Compact
Cons
- No VR
- Short working distance
- Focus breathing
Verdict
A flexible macro.
About this lens
The Nikon AF-S Micro-Nikkor 60mm f/2.8G ED is a standard prime lens covering 60mm at f/2.8 for Nikon F mount cameras, with Silent Wave Motor autofocus and extra-low dispersion glass. A Micro-Nikkor macro lens for life-size close-ups that also works for portraits.
Nikon AF-S Micro-Nikkor 60mm f/2.8G ED specifications
- Brand
- Nikon
- Mount
- Nikon F
- Focal length
- 60mm
- Maximum aperture
- f/2.8
- Lens type
- Prime
- Format coverage
- full-frame
- Released
- 2008
- Optical construction
- 12 elements in 9 groups
- Aperture blades
- 9
- Autofocus motor
- SWM
- Minimum focus distance
- 0.19 m
- Maximum magnification
- 1x
- Filter thread
- 62 mm
- Weight
- 425 g
- Length
- 89 mm
- Diameter
- 73 mm
Specification source: imaging.nikon.com
What can you shoot with the Nikon AF-S Micro-Nikkor 60mm f/2.8G ED?
- Macro
- Product photography
- Portraits on DX
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 | 60mm | 33.4° | 39.7° |
| APS-C | 1.5x | 90mm | 22.6° | 27° |
Frequently asked questions
Is the AF-S Micro-Nikkor 60mm f/2.8G ED a full-frame lens?
Yes, and it works on DX bodies as a 90mm-equivalent lens. On FX bodies you get its full field of view; DX bodies apply a 1.5x crop factor.
Does the AF-S Micro-Nikkor 60mm have VR?
No. Use a tripod or flash for sharp close-ups. The shorter focal length makes handheld work easier than with a long macro.
AF-S Micro-Nikkor 60mm vs 105mm: which should I buy?
The 105mm gives more working distance and VR. The 60mm is smaller and lighter.
Alternatives for Nikon F from other brands
All Nikon F lensesSame mount, overlapping focal range, closest maximum aperture first.
