Nikon AF-S DX Micro NIKKOR 85mm f/3.5G ED VR Lens USA
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This Nikon AF-S DX Micro NIKKOR 85mm f/3.5G ED VR Lens is a DX-formatted medium telephoto Micro lens. It is ideal for extreme close-up and general photography including portraits. The lens will autofocus from infinity to 10.8" producing a life-size (1:1) image.
The lens also features Nikon's VR II (Vibration Reduction) image stabilization. This allows handheld shooting at up to 4 shutter speeds slower than would otherwise be possible, assuring dramatically sharper images. This is ideal for macro close-up work.
Nikon digital SLRs have either an FX or a DX sensor. The FX sensor, measuring 24 x 36mm, is roughly equivalent to the size of the 35mm film frame. The DX sensor is smaller, measuring 15.8 x 23.6mm. When this lens is mounted on an FX-format Nikon DSLR, the camera's DX-Crop Mode is automatically engaged, introducing a 1.5x magnification (cropping) factor.
- Compact, DX-Format Micro Nikkor Close-Up Lens
- An ideal choice for close-up, nature, portrait and general photography
- Close Focusing to 10.8"
- Extends versatility with focusing from infinity to 10.8" producing a life-size image (1:1 reproduction ratio)
- Nikon VR II (Vibration Reduction) Image Stabilization
- Vibration Reduction, engineered specifically for each VR Nikkor lens, enables handheld shooting at up to 4 shutter speeds slower than would otherwise be possible, assuring dramatically sharper images
- Extra-Low Dispersion (ED) element
- Offers superior sharpness and color correction by effectively minimizing chromatic aberration, even at wide aperture settings
- Nikon Super Integrated Coating (SIC)
- Enhances light transmission and offers superior color consistency and reduced flare.
- Nikon's Silent Wave Motor (SWM)
- For fast, accurate and quiet autofocus
- Internal Focus (IF)
- Provides fast and quiet autofocusing without changing the length of the lens, retaining subject working distance throughout the focus range
- Rounded 9-Blade Diaphragm
- Renders more natural appearance of out-of-focus image elements
- M/A Focus Mode Switch
- Enables quick response to changing situations between manual and autofocus operation
Go To
| Performance | |
|---|---|
| Focal Length | 85 mm |
| Aperture |
Maximum: f/3.5 Minimum: f/32 |
| Camera Mount Type | Nikon F |
| Format Compatibility |
Nikon DX FX in DX Crop Mode |
| Angle of View | 18° |
| Minimum Focus Distance | 11.26" (28.60 cm) |
| Magnification | 1x |
| Maximum Reproduction Ratio | 1:1 |
| Groups/Elements | 10/14 |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 |
| Features | |
|---|---|
| Image Stabilization | Yes |
| Autofocus | Yes |
| Tripod Collar | No |
| Physical | |
|---|---|
| Filter Thread | 52 mm |
| Dimensions (DxL) | Approx. 2.9 x 3.9" (7.37 x 9.91 cm) |
| Weight | 12.52 oz (355 g) |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 91 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
98%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Lightweight (31)
- Fast / accurate auto-focus (26)
- Easily interchangeable (24)
- Consistent output (22)
- Easy to use (22)
Cons
- Poor in low light (5)
- Slow focus (4)
- Heavy (3)
Best Uses
- Macro photography (37)
- Shooting outdoors (15)
- Close up filming (14)
- Portraits (12)
- Shooting indoors (11)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Photo enthusiast (21), Semi-pro photographer (9), Casual photographer (8), Tech savvy (6), Parent (3)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (57), Yes (6)
Most Liked Positive Review
So far so good
Just received this lens. There seems to be debate about the merits of VR for macro use, but it is clear this lens is intended for non-tripod use out in the field. VR seems...Read complete review
Just received this lens. There seems to be debate about the merits of VR for macro use, but it is clear this lens is intended for non-tripod use out in the field. VR seems to work well (although, of course, not as steady as a tripod). f/3.5 may seem slow to some, but any macro work would need to be stopped down more. Fast focusing, and light lens. Seems a bit expensive for what it is, however.
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Most Liked Negative Review
Decent Nikkor lens for the Cost you pay
Its nicely balanced on my D80. Quiet sharp, light & the VR helps in handholding for closeup macros of small insects, dragonfly, damselflies & butterflies. I got this as a alternativ...Read complete review
Its nicely balanced on my D80. Quiet sharp, light & the VR helps in handholding for closeup macros of small insects, dragonfly, damselflies & butterflies. I got this as a alternative to the big 105mm VR as the cost difference is worth considering towards getting an 85mm VR. The f/3.5 doesn't really matter to the limited amount of amateaur shooting I do & I did not really saw the need for a faster f/2.8. Overall a good deal.
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Pros
- Easy To Use
Cons
- Bulky Design
Best Uses
Comments about Nikon AF-S DX Micro NIKKOR 85mm f/3.5G ED VR Lens:
I bought the lens for a friend and he is happy with it
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Improves Picture Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Shooting Indoors
- Shooting Outdoors
- Upgrade
Comments about Nikon AF-S DX Micro NIKKOR 85mm f/3.5G ED VR Lens:
I just received this lense about nine days ago to use on my Nikon D3100. Portrait and Macro photos are simply excellent and very sharp with excellent detail and color.The VR and Autofocus functioned flawlessly. You can see and feel the excellent quality built into this lense. I would recommend this lense if you are looking for a nice lense to take quality portraits and macro photos. I might also add that the delivery time and packaging from B&H Photo was top notch. Do not hesitate buying this from this fine company.
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Great close-up pictures
- Improves Picture Quality
Cons
- I have not found any
Best Uses
- Close Up Filming
- Shooting Indoors
- Shooting Outdoors
- Upgrade
Comments about Nikon AF-S DX Micro NIKKOR 85mm f/3.5G ED VR Lens:
Love love love it! My husband bought my micro lens as a Christmas gift. Great quality, great pictures, easy to use. At a reasonable price. Does all I need it do.
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Improves Picture Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Close Up Filming
- Shooting Indoors
- Shooting Outdoors
Comments about Nikon AF-S DX Micro NIKKOR 85mm f/3.5G ED VR Lens:
I was very impressed with how fast I received this lens from B&H especially considering the holidays. The lens worked extremely well especially in low light. I was able to use it right away taking photos of my new grandson. I can't wait until I can use this lens for macro photography during winter storms and on spring blossoms.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
Cons
- None
Best Uses
- Close Up Filming
Comments about Nikon AF-S DX Micro NIKKOR 85mm f/3.5G ED VR Lens:
Taking fun photo's. Eveytime I use B&H Photo I get the best product, AAA service at a great price!!
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Improves Picture Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- One-to-one close ups
- Shooting Outdoors
Comments about Nikon AF-S DX Micro NIKKOR 85mm f/3.5G ED VR Lens:
I've owned 5 Nikons since the late '50s along with an assortment of Nikon lenses. This lens performs exactly like I knew it would. I use it mostly for close up work but it is so versatile it can be used for general photograpy.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Improves Picture Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Close Up Filming
- Shooting Indoors
- Shooting Outdoors
- Upgrade
Comments about Nikon AF-S DX Micro NIKKOR 85mm f/3.5G ED VR Lens:
I'm new to the world of macro/micro imaging, but so far its terrific. If you like detail, this 85mm Nikon macro is well worth the money. I have taken all kindes of "still life" subjects,i.e garden hose rolled up for winter storage, the last blooms on their withwering stems, and all kinds of Autumn foliage
Getting used to the fixed focus of 85mm is another challenge however. You are indeed limited, and must therfore move around to capture scenes that are not in the realm of mafnification.
If you can afford it buy it!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Improves Picture Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Close Up Filming
- Shooting Outdoors
Comments about Nikon AF-S DX Micro NIKKOR 85mm f/3.5G ED VR Lens:
Having compromised my photography by settling for all-purpose zoom lenses, I was mentally programmed to accept their level of sharpness.
You can imagine my surprise when my first picture from this lens popped onto my monitor. My knee-jerk reaction was, "Wow! Sharp!"
I'm very pleased with the lens and I recommend it, highly. I don't have a single complaint with it.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Close up quality excellen
- Easy To Use
- Improves Picture Quality
- Very intuitive to use
Cons
Best Uses
- Close Up Filming
- Close ups are excellent
Comments about Nikon AF-S DX Micro NIKKOR 85mm f/3.5G ED VR Lens:
I've used extension tubes in the past and got decent results, but always wanted a good macro lens. Only had it a short time, but this lens does what it was made to do exceptionally well - take close ups. I've used it for flower shots so far and captured some ants on one flower that made the shot look great. Plan to try it as a portrait lens, but it was well worth the purchase just for the close up capabilies - and the VR will be very handy for when I'm not dragging a ring light around.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Improves Picture Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Close Up Filming
Comments about Nikon AF-S DX Micro NIKKOR 85mm f/3.5G ED VR Lens:
You can take very nice pictures with this lens! The colors are more reals than another one! It´s a excellent product!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Improves Picture Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Close Up Filming
- Shooting Outdoors
Comments about Nikon AF-S DX Micro NIKKOR 85mm f/3.5G ED VR Lens:
Sharp corner to corner. The image stabilization is great. The second time I used it, I was in the woods trying it out on macro shots of autumn berries and mushrooms, etc. shooting in RAW format. A mink carrying a dead chipmunk darted across the trail in front of me. With no time to prepare, I panned and snapped two quick shots. I was easily able to crop down in PhotoShop to a clear and tight picture of the critter and its dinner. I'd never have gotten the clarity for that kind of lucky shot with an all-purpose zoom.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Nikon AF-S DX Micro NIKKOR 85mm f/3.5G ED VR Lens:
I use this lens with a D300 and D200 primarily for insect and plant photography. It has excellent sharpness and good color. It is light but well made, and can easily be carried in a pocket.
The VR works very well, but I do not recommend using it handheld when doing extremely close macro photography. A sturdy tripod and a cable shutter release should still be used. However,when backed off from a subject I have obtained very sharp handheld images that permit a good deal of cropping.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact Design
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Nikon AF-S DX Micro NIKKOR 85mm f/3.5G ED VR Lens:
This macro is a great distance for most macro photography and can be used for portraits if you back up a little. Works great in decent or artificial light and the VR allows handheld shots in those situations. Therefore this is a great walkabout lens. However, when shooting smaller or more detailed subjects a tripod is still needed. The close focus is great if you need to manipulate subjects without moving away from your camera.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
Cons
- Less solid vs 60 and 105
Best Uses
Comments about Nikon AF-S DX Micro NIKKOR 85mm f/3.5G ED VR Lens:
Use for nature macro photography. Have latest 60mm and 105mm macro also. Using this lens more than others with D7000 because light weight and ability to get sharp handheld macros with VR for subjects that cannot easily use a tripod such as moving insects. On real photos all three lenses produce comparible results.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Improves Picture Quality
Cons
- NA
Best Uses
- Portraits
Comments about Nikon AF-S DX Micro NIKKOR 85mm f/3.5G ED VR Lens:
Very sharp portraits/close-ups
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
- Close Up Filming
- Shooting Indoors
- Shooting Outdoors
Comments about Nikon AF-S DX Micro NIKKOR 85mm f/3.5G ED VR Lens:
This is a decent lens. I bought it though with the intention of using it for both portraits and macro work, and I decided in the end that the Nikkon 60mm AF-S G was better suited to my needs. Yes, the minimum focus distance on that lens is closer and may not work as well for people doing bug photographs or studio lighting, but for me its a better fit. This 85mm lens did really well in the macro area, but the bokeh on the 60mm is superior. The construction of both lenses is abou t the same quality (space-age plastic).
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Very sharp
Cons
- Slow focus
Best Uses
- Close Up Filming
- Shooting Indoors
- Shooting Outdoors
Comments about Nikon AF-S DX Micro NIKKOR 85mm f/3.5G ED VR Lens:
I love this lens. Very sharp. It has a slow focus that tends to wander in dark situations, but this is a studio or at least a controled environment lens where you have time for the focus. Not a sports lens. VR is cool but most of my shooting with this lens is on a tripod.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Improves Picture Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Close Up Filming
- Portraits
- Shooting Indoors
- Shooting Outdoors
Comments about Nikon AF-S DX Micro NIKKOR 85mm f/3.5G ED VR Lens:
Been a photographer for over 50 years and am impressed with the quality of this lens, and Nikon as usual. I use it with a D-300 and have had great success so far.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Improves Picture Quality
Cons
- Expensive for the quality
Best Uses
- Close Up Filming
- Shooting Indoors
- Shooting Outdoors
- Upgrade
Comments about Nikon AF-S DX Micro NIKKOR 85mm f/3.5G ED VR Lens:
It is fast, sharp. Not great in lo light. Ok for the money.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Close Up Filming
- Shooting Outdoors
Comments about Nikon AF-S DX Micro NIKKOR 85mm f/3.5G ED VR Lens:
Works well with my D200 Nikon. Fast focusing. Macro feature is outstanding.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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