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Quick answer
A fast manual-focus 28mm f/2 with a 9-element, 8-group design and a 52mm filter thread. It weighs about 360g and focuses down to 0.3m.
Pros
- f/2 aperture
- 52mm filter thread
- Solid build
- Close focus of 0.3m
Cons
- Manual focus only
- Soft wide open
- Flare against bright light
Verdict
A fast 28mm for manual-focus enthusiasts.
About this lens
Nikon AI-S Nikkor 28mm f/2: a fast wide-angle prime lens with a 28mm focal length and a maximum aperture of f/2, made for Nikon F mount cameras. The wide view suits landscapes, architecture and environmental shots.
Nikon AI-S Nikkor 28mm f/2 specifications
- Brand
- Nikon
- Mount
- Nikon F
- Focal length
- 28mm
- Maximum aperture
- f/2.0
- Lens type
- Prime
- Format coverage
- full-frame
- Optical construction
- 9 elements in 8 groups
- Autofocus motor
- none
- Minimum focus distance
- 0.3 m
- Filter thread
- 52 mm
- Weight
- 360 g
- Length
- 70.5 mm
- Diameter
- 64.5 mm
Specification source: en.wikipedia.org
What can you shoot with the Nikon AI-S Nikkor 28mm f/2?
- Street photography
- Documentary
- Adapted use on Z
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 | 28mm | 65.5° | 75.4° |
| APS-C | 1.5x | 42mm | 46.4° | 54.5° |
Frequently asked questions
Is the Nikon 28mm f/2 AI-S sharp?
It is sharp from around f/4. Wide open, contrast and corners are softer.
Can I adapt the 28mm f/2 AI-S to Z cameras?
Yes, with the FTZ or FTZ II adapter. You focus by hand, and once you enter its focal length and aperture in the lens-data menu the camera can meter and stabilize.
Does the 28mm f/2 AI-S work on DX?
Yes, it frames like roughly a 42mm lens on DX, a fast standard view.
Alternatives for Nikon F from other brands
All Nikon F lensesSame mount, overlapping focal range, closest maximum aperture first.
