AF Nikkor 180mm f/2.8D IF-ED
- 180mm
- f/2.8
- Prime
- 760 g
- Min focus 1.5 m
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Quick answer
A compact telephoto prime with ED glass and internal focusing, with a 72mm filter thread. It weighs about 760g.
Pros
- f/2.8 aperture
- Light for a 180mm f/2.8
- Internal focusing
- Sharp
Cons
- Screw-drive AF
- No VR
- Older coatings
Verdict
A traditional sports and portrait telephoto in a compact body.
About this lens
Nikon AF Nikkor 180mm f/2.8D IF-ED: a telephoto prime lens with a 180mm focal length and a maximum aperture of f/2.8, made for Nikon F mount cameras, with extra-low dispersion glass. It brings distant subjects closer for sports, wildlife and events.
Nikon AF Nikkor 180mm f/2.8D IF-ED specifications
- Brand
- Nikon
- Mount
- Nikon F
- Focal length
- 180mm
- Maximum aperture
- f/2.8
- Lens type
- Prime
- Format coverage
- full-frame
- Released
- 1986
- Optical construction
- 8 elements in 6 groups
- Autofocus motor
- none
- Minimum focus distance
- 1.5 m
- Filter thread
- 72 mm
- Weight
- 760 g
- Length
- 144 mm
- Diameter
- 78.5 mm
Specification source: en.wikipedia.org
What can you shoot with the Nikon AF Nikkor 180mm f/2.8D IF-ED?
- Sports
- Portraits
- Concerts
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 | 180mm | 11.4° | 13.7° |
| APS-C | 1.5x | 270mm | 7.6° | 9.2° |
Frequently asked questions
How heavy is the Nikon 180mm f/2.8D IF-ED?
About 760g, light for an f/2.8 telephoto. It can be handheld for short periods.
Does the AF Nikkor 180mm f/2.8D autofocus on all Nikon DSLRs?
Only on bodies that drive the lens from the camera, such as the D7500, D750, D500 and D850. Without that motor (D3xxx, D5xxx, Z with FTZ), you focus manually.
Is the 180mm f/2.8D sharp?
It is known to be sharp even wide open, and stopping down slightly improves the corners.
Alternatives for Nikon F from other brands
All Nikon F lensesSame mount, overlapping focal range, closest maximum aperture first.
