Quick answer
Nikon's manual-focus 135mm f/2, introduced in 1975, with a 72mm filter thread and a weight of about 860g. It focuses down to 1.3m.
Pros
- f/2 aperture
- Strong metal build
- Close focus of 1.3m
- 72mm filter thread
Cons
- Heavy at about 860g
- Manual focus only
- Some chromatic aberration wide open
Verdict
A fast manual-focus telephoto for portraits. Be ready for its weight.
About this lens
Nikon AI-S Nikkor 135mm f/2: a fast short-telephoto prime lens with a 135mm focal length and a maximum aperture of f/2, made for Nikon F mount cameras. The focal length is a classic choice for portraits and details.
Nikon AI-S Nikkor 135mm f/2 specifications
- Brand
- Nikon
- Mount
- Nikon F
- Focal length
- 135mm
- Maximum aperture
- f/2.0
- Lens type
- Prime
- Format coverage
- full-frame
- Optical construction
- 6 elements in 4 groups
- Autofocus motor
- none
- Minimum focus distance
- 1.3 m
- Filter thread
- 72 mm
- Weight
- 860 g
- Length
- 103 mm
- Diameter
- 81 mm
Specification source: en.wikipedia.org
What can you shoot with the Nikon AI-S Nikkor 135mm f/2?
- Portraits
- Concerts and stage
- 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 | 135mm | 15.2° | 18.2° |
| APS-C | 1.5x | 203mm | 10.2° | 12.2° |
Frequently asked questions
How heavy is the Nikon 135mm f/2 AI-S?
About 860g, heavy for a 135mm. That is the cost of the f/2 aperture.
Can the 135mm f/2 AI-S be adapted 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.
Is the 135mm f/2 AI-S sharp wide open?
It is decent at f/2 with some chromatic fringing. Stopping to f/2.8 improves contrast.
Alternatives for Nikon F from other brands
All Nikon F lensesSame mount, overlapping focal range, closest maximum aperture first.
