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AF-S VR Micro-Nikkor 105mm f/2.8G IF-ED
- 105mm
- f/2.8
- Prime
- Stabilized
- 750 g
- Min focus 0.31 m
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Quick answer
A 1:1 macro lens for Nikon FX cameras with vibration reduction. It doubles as a medium-telephoto portrait lens.
Pros
- True 1:1 macro
- Vibration reduction
- Internal focusing
- Sharp
Cons
- Focus breathing
- Larger and heavier than the 60mm (750 g)
- Slow focus at close range
Verdict
A trusted macro for Nikon DSLRs; VR helps handheld close-ups.
About this lens
The Nikon AF-S VR Micro-Nikkor 105mm f/2.8G IF-ED is a short-telephoto prime lens covering 105mm at f/2.8 for Nikon F mount cameras, with Vibration Reduction, 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 VR Micro-Nikkor 105mm f/2.8G IF-ED specifications
- Brand
- Nikon
- Mount
- Nikon F
- Focal length
- 105mm
- Maximum aperture
- f/2.8
- Lens type
- Prime
- Format coverage
- full-frame
- Released
- 2006
- Optical construction
- 14 elements in 12 groups
- Image stabilization
- Yes
- Autofocus motor
- SWM
- Minimum focus distance
- 0.31 m
- Maximum magnification
- 1x
- Filter thread
- 62 mm
- Weight
- 750 g
- Length
- 116 mm
- Diameter
- 83 mm
Specification source: en.wikipedia.org
What can you shoot with the Nikon AF-S VR Micro-Nikkor 105mm f/2.8G IF-ED?
- Macro
- Portraits
- Product shots
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 | 105mm | 19.5° | 23.3° |
| APS-C | 1.5x | 158mm | 13° | 15.6° |
Frequently asked questions
Does the AF-S VR Micro-Nikkor 105mm f/2.8G have VR?
Yes. Vibration reduction helps with handheld close-ups and portraits. At high magnification, focus accuracy and subject movement still matter.
Is the AF-S VR Micro-Nikkor 105mm a full-frame lens?
Yes, and it works on DX bodies as a 158mm-equivalent lens. On FX bodies you get its full field of view; DX bodies apply a 1.5x crop factor.
Is the AF-S VR Micro-Nikkor 105mm good for portraits?
Yes. The focal length is flattering for head-and-shoulders portraits and it renders sharply.
Alternatives for Nikon F from other brands
All Nikon F lensesSame mount, overlapping focal range, closest maximum aperture first.
