Nikon Nikon F Prime

AF Nikkor 28mm f/1.4D

28mm
f/1.4
Prime
520 g
Min focus 0.35 m

Quick answer

A fast 28mm prime with an f/1.4 aperture and a 72mm filter thread, produced in limited numbers. Collectors prize it.

Pros

f/1.4 aperture
Distinctive rendering
Strong build

Cons

Screw-drive autofocus
Soft at f/1.4
Heavy for a 28mm at about 520g

Verdict

A fast wide for collectors. The AF-S 28mm f/1.4E is the modern replacement.

About this lens

This 28mm f/1.4 fast wide-angle prime lens from Nikon fits Nikon F mount cameras. The wide view suits landscapes, architecture and environmental shots.

Nikon AF Nikkor 28mm f/1.4D specifications

Brand: Nikon
Mount: Nikon F
Focal length: 28mm
Maximum aperture: f/1.4
Lens type: Prime
Format coverage: full-frame
Optical construction: 11 elements in 8 groups
Autofocus motor: screw-drive
Minimum focus distance: 0.35 m
Filter thread: 72 mm
Weight: 520 g
Length: 77.5 mm
Diameter: 75 mm

Specification source: en.wikipedia.org

What can you shoot with the Nikon AF Nikkor 28mm f/1.4D?

Low-light wide shooting
Collectors
Photojournalism

Its very wide maximum aperture suits low light and shallow depth of field with strong background blur.

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	28mm	65.5°	75.4°
APS-C	1.5x	42mm	46.4°	54.5°

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Frequently asked questions

Is the Nikon AF 28mm f/1.4D rare?

Yes, it was made in limited numbers, so copies are scarce.

Does the AF Nikkor 28mm f/1.4D autofocus on modern cameras?

Only on bodies with a built-in focus motor, such as the D7500, D750, D500 and D850. Entry-level DSLRs (D3xxx, D5xxx) and Z cameras on the FTZ adapter need manual focus.