Nikon AF NIKKOR 28mm f/2.8D Autofocus Lens Imported
- Price: $259.00
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- B&H # NI2828DAF
- Mfr# 1922
Product Highlights
- 52mm Filter Size
- Close Focusing Down to 9" (228.6mm)
- 74° Angle of Coverage (FX-format)
- 53° Angle of Coverage (DX-format)
- Super Integrated Lens Coating (SIC)
- Good for Portraits, Landscapes & Candids
AF not supported by D40, D40x, D60, D3000, D3100 & D5000 cameras
Designed for the photographer who wants to carry only one wide-angle lens, when travelling or at home, the AF NIKKOR 28mm f/2.8D Autofocus Lens offers exceptional flexibility, from landscapes to star trails. This standard wide-angle lens has a 74° angle of coverage which will let you capture beautiful portraits, and candids. For getting in close to your subjects you can focus down to 10.2" (259.1mm) to capture images with a dynamic perspective.
Nikon D-type lenses transmit subject-to-camera distance information to the camera. The camera uses this distance information to refine its exposure calculations. The D-type lenses are necessary for many newer Nikon cameras to activate 3D Matrix Metering. G-type lenses also incorporate D technology.
Note! AF not supported by D40, D40x, D60, D3000, D3100 & D5000 cameras
Go To
| Performance | |
|---|---|
| Focal Length | 28 mm |
| Aperture |
Maximum: f/2.8 Minimum: f/22 |
| Camera Mount Type | Nikon F |
| Format Compatibility |
Nikon FX/35mm Film Nikon DX |
| Angle of View |
74° DX Picture Angle: 53° |
| Minimum Focus Distance | 10.20" (25.91 cm) |
| Magnification | 0.18x |
| Maximum Reproduction Ratio | 1:5.5 |
| Groups/Elements | 6/6 |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 |
| Features | |
|---|---|
| Image Stabilization | No |
| Autofocus | Yes |
| Tripod Collar | No |
| Physical | |
|---|---|
| Filter Thread | 52 mm |
| Dimensions (DxL) | Approx. 2.6 x 1.8" (6.60 x 4.57 cm) |
| Weight | 7.23 oz (205 g) |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 62 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
98%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Lightweight (43)
- Fast / accurate auto-focus (42)
- Durable (37)
- Consistent output (35)
- Easily interchangeable (30)
Cons
- Tough to attach (4)
Best Uses
- Landscape/scenery (28)
- Low light (17)
- Night photography (17)
- Weddings (16)
- General purpose (8)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Semi-pro photographer (18), Photo enthusiast (11), Pro photographer (8), Semi-professional (6), Casual photographer (5)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (31), Yes (4)
Most Liked Positive Review
Really, really nice.
I have gotten so tired of big heavy zooms I went back to the basics. I like zooms they have a place like fixed lenses. But I like fixed better because it forces you ...Read complete review
I have gotten so tired of big heavy zooms I went back to the basics. I like zooms they have a place like fixed lenses. But I like fixed better because it forces you to use it as what you bought not just a framing lens. This 28mm is excellent, I have always been a 28 fan because of it's subtle wide-angle perspective on film. When I say I have gone back to the basics, I parked the zoom and got a 16mm 2.8, 20mm 2,8, 28mm 2.8 and a 50mm 1.4. Using a lens for is mm value is fun, slow down and try it.
Not to mention the picture quality it sharp.
VS
Most Liked Negative Review
Worth the money, but...
I wanted this lens to help with wide angle shots indoors, mainly for weddings/events. Don't get me wrong, the price is great, the lens is built well, and I am happy with...Read complete review
I wanted this lens to help with wide angle shots indoors, mainly for weddings/events. Don't get me wrong, the price is great, the lens is built well, and I am happy with my purchase. However, if you're looking to get 'bowled over' by this lens, look elsewhere. I think I've just been spoiled by really high quality Nikon lenses and perhaps expected more than I should've with the 28mm f/2.8D.
I will say I got more than I paid for with this little lens and I will use it often, I just was hoping for something sharper.
A side note: I found it particularly stiff to turn onto my D700.
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Pros
- Durable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Nikon AF NIKKOR 28mm f/2.8D Autofocus Lens:
I've admired another fellow photographers images and she uses theis lens and shoots a bit like me. So far it feelss nice with my D700 grabs fast focus, I haven't used it a lot and this is wide for me. I wanted a more expensive lens(much more) so I am happy I got this for the focal length to work with.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Easily Interchangeable
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
Comments about Nikon AF NIKKOR 28mm f/2.8D Autofocus Lens:
Nice easy to use single lens.
Great for landscapes and general shots.
Clean bright pictures.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
- Similar:
- 18-55 telephoto
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Lightweight
- Nice Bokeh
- Strong Construction
Cons
- Poor in Low Light
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Nikon AF NIKKOR 28mm f/2.8D Autofocus Lens:
I bought this lens after a lot research. My main objective was to find prime 24mm either 1.8 or 2.8. I opted for the 2.8 and very satisfied. Optically nice on both my D800 and D7000! Sharpest image at 5.6. Thru. F8. Ok wide open, good bokeh, nice color saturation. Lot of CA at ISO 3200 and above. Not a problem for me, I normally shoot no higher than 1600. Bottom line; good wide angle lens, price is right, sharp, autofocus is fairly fast and pretty accurate. Build not up to pro standard but feels sturdy even though made of plastic. If you need a wide angle lens and don't want to spend a lot of $$s...try this glass...you won't be disappointed. Nikon was spot on with this one.
Comments about Nikon AF NIKKOR 28mm f/2.8D Autofocus Lens:
I liked so much to do portraits and events like weddings, parties. And have a good aperture.
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Lightweight
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
Comments about Nikon AF NIKKOR 28mm f/2.8D Autofocus Lens:
Wanted a simple, small, lightweight everyday wide angle lens - that's exactly what this is. Images are sharp and crisp without a lot of fussing with the lens to get nice images. Yes, there are newer and more expensive lenses out there now, but honestly for the price and the size of this lens it's still a great bargain buy. Works equally great on both full frame and cropped sensor camera bodies. I've not one regret about buying this lens.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Easily Interchangeable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
Cons
- Heavy
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Night Photography
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Nikon AF NIKKOR 28mm f/2.8D Autofocus Lens:
I am an amature photographer and use a Nikon D700. The AF NIKKOR 28mm f/2.8D Autofocus Lens has been great for taking wide angle photos. I am very impressed with this lens and would recommend it. Nikon makes great stuff!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Easily Interchangeable
- Lightweight
- Nice Bokeh
Cons
- Tough To Attach
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Night Photography
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Nikon AF NIKKOR 28mm f/2.8D Autofocus Lens:
we cant all afford a 24mm or 35mm for $1000+ I borrow my friends' gear from time to time. But my 28mm serves as a slightly wider 50mm and i cant go wrong. Fixed glass is great! a superior lens to fit your budget. works great on my d300 and even better on my full frame d700. terrific purchase
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Easily Interchangeable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Lightweight
- Rugged
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
Comments about Nikon AF NIKKOR 28mm f/2.8D Autofocus Lens:
This lens has really full filled my needs. I'm a building contractor and I'm always taking before and after pictures for my website. This lens has made this task so much easier.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Easily Interchangeable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Lightweight
- Rugged
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
Comments about Nikon AF NIKKOR 28mm f/2.8D Autofocus Lens:
Fast, crystal clear and it's always nice to have the old school aperture ring right on the lens!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Product Photography
Comments about Nikon AF NIKKOR 28mm f/2.8D Autofocus Lens:
Used for product shots for larger items
Good quality images, no need for lens correction.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Easily Interchangeable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Macro Photography
Comments about Nikon AF NIKKOR 28mm f/2.8D Autofocus Lens:
Been using Nikon cameras for over 30 years. This was good addition to my new lens collection for the price.
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Easily Interchangeable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Macro Photography
- Night Photography
- Weddings/Events
- Wildlife Photos
Comments about Nikon AF NIKKOR 28mm f/2.8D Autofocus Lens:
I use this for portraits, landscapes and evertyhing in between. I received this lens just in time for my new nephew to be born. Took excellent photos in low light without using the flash. Used with a NIKON D80
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Lightweight
- Rugged
Cons
- Difficult to Clean
- Tough To Attach
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Weddings/Events
- Wildlife Photos
Comments about Nikon AF NIKKOR 28mm f/2.8D Autofocus Lens:
I use this on my personal camera. I love the crisp photo's and accurate color this lens has given me.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Lightweight
- Rugged
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Night Photography
Comments about Nikon AF NIKKOR 28mm f/2.8D Autofocus Lens:
Lightweight, easy to carry, sharp, fast. Can't think of anything negative.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Easily Interchangeable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Lightweight
- Nice Bokeh
- Rugged
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Sports/Action
Comments about Nikon AF NIKKOR 28mm f/2.8D Autofocus Lens:
I bought this lens to be able to shoot better wide landscapes and have found great use in my professional work with shooting flyball.
The lens is small and compact making it easy to carry especially on long hikes
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Easily Interchangeable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Lightweight
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Night Photography
Comments about Nikon AF NIKKOR 28mm f/2.8D Autofocus Lens:
a very good lens to have,wide,light and specially very cheap to buy,I am very happy with my purchase
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Lightweight
Cons
- Tough To Attach
- Weak Casing
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Nikon AF NIKKOR 28mm f/2.8D Autofocus Lens:
Simple inexpensive lens-I took this lens to Key West and found it very useful while I took landscape and travel pictures. Although you have to move around a bit more to compose the shot you want-but that's what you get with a fixed focal lens. Simple and light.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Sports/Action
Comments about Nikon AF NIKKOR 28mm f/2.8D Autofocus Lens:
I am an advanced amateur with an occasional paying job. I tend to shoot a lot of indoor Karate action and now it's spring, track action. I have been using the 50mm f1.8 for my indoor karate action but with the crop sensor in my D80 I found it often zoomed me a bit too close to the action at times leading to half cut off images.
I am becoming a prime lens fan so when looking at a wider lens I looked at 35, 24 & 28. I didn't think the 35 would be the width that I was looking for and after reading tons of reviews I decided 28 was wide enough for me.
I have been very pleased with the performance of this lens. It's very snappy focusing (which is saying something on my old D80) and the images have been quite crisp. I found the wider angle has been great for keeping the action in frame and is providing great coverage when shooting close action shots at the track and field events such as long jumping.
Now I just need to save up for my 85mm and I will have my 3 prime length lens collection. I hardly ever touch my original zoom kit lens any more.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- No Distortion
- Sharp images
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
Comments about Nikon AF NIKKOR 28mm f/2.8D Autofocus Lens:
I purchased this 28 mm lens to replace one (the same model) that I lost in a swamp. I had taken many great pictures with the previous so did not hesitate to purchase the same one again.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Lightweight
- Rugged
- Strong Construction
Cons
- Tough To Attach
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Nikon AF NIKKOR 28mm f/2.8D Autofocus Lens:
I wanted this lens to help with wide angle shots indoors, mainly for weddings/events. Don't get me wrong, the price is great, the lens is built well, and I am happy with my purchase. However, if you're looking to get 'bowled over' by this lens, look elsewhere. I think I've just been spoiled by really high quality Nikon lenses and perhaps expected more than I should've with the 28mm f/2.8D.
I will say I got more than I paid for with this little lens and I will use it often, I just was hoping for something sharper.
A side note: I found it particularly stiff to turn onto my D700.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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