Nikon Super Wide Angle AF Nikkor 20mm f/2.8D Autofocus Lens Imported
AF not supported by D40 and D60 cameras.
This compact ultra-wideangle lens sports the Nikon "Close-Range Correction" system to provide high performance at all focusing distances through independent internal floating lens elements. Cover 94° with edge-to-edge sharpness.
Note! AF not supported by D40 and D60 cameras.
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| Performance | |
|---|---|
| Focal Length | 20 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 |
94° DX Picture Angle: 70° |
| Minimum Focus Distance | 10.2" (26 cm) |
| Magnification | 0.12x |
| Maximum Reproduction Ratio | 1:8.3 |
| Groups/Elements | 9/12 |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 |
| Features | |
|---|---|
| Image Stabilization | No |
| Autofocus | Yes |
| Tripod Collar | No |
| Physical | |
|---|---|
| Filter Thread | 62 mm |
| Dimensions (DxL) | Approx. 2.7 x 1.7" (6.86 x 4.32 cm) |
| Weight | 9.5 oz (269 g) |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 73 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
97%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Lightweight (58)
- Fast / accurate auto-focus (56)
- Consistent output (44)
- Easily interchangeable (37)
- Durable (33)
Cons
- Slow focus (4)
Best Uses
- Landscape/scenery (42)
- Low light (25)
- Night photography (25)
- Weddings (16)
- General purpose (14)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Semi-pro photographer (19), Photo enthusiast (18), Enthusiast (11), Pro photographer (10), Semi-professional (10)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (33), Yes (4)
Most Liked Positive Review
Just wide enough
It was fast enough to get a crisp shot of sunset handheld. It also was able to keep focus on my speedy granddaughter in continuous mode in low light. I shot with my Nikon ...Read complete review
It was fast enough to get a crisp shot of sunset handheld. It also was able to keep focus on my speedy granddaughter in continuous mode in low light. I shot with my Nikon D700. The distortion is corrected in LR3 with one click, but sometimes I leave it because I like the effect. Overall I am very happy with it. It is small and light. I can see it being a staple in my bag.
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Most Liked Negative Review
All in all not a bad lens
I had a Sigma 15 to 30mm 3.5 which was a big, heavy lens that always got “Wow, look at that lens” type of responses. Not the type of attention I wa...Read complete review
I had a Sigma 15 to 30mm 3.5 which was a big, heavy lens that always got “Wow, look at that lens” type of responses. Not the type of attention I wanted walking in the park or while doing cityscape work at night.
Safety concerns aside there really are a number of other advantages to short, lightweight lens when you're running around festivals and events all day and night.
After much research on the 20mm 2.8 lens the finale outcome seemed mixed to me with most of the reviews leaning towards the “nice but buy something else”. I got one anyway for 3 main reasons:
1)I wanted small and lightweight – equal to or faster than 2.8 lens.
2)I needed an ultra wide 20mm ( somewhat wide 30mm on my camera)
3)I wanted to stay well below $1000 since I no longer work for a studio and I do this for fun and the occasional computer graphic work.
Here's what I've found about this lens on my D300:
There is a little light fall off at 2.8 but not enough to mean anything to me.
It does seem to be a little soft but in looking at the images I'm noticing some back focusing.
At 2.8 the center of the image is the best as the more you move to the edge the softer you'll get.
I got better than I thought hand held shots at 2.8 and 1/30 to 1/60.
When the camera is held level barrel distortion is not as noticeable as I was lead to believe although it is there. If you plan on using this for professional interior/architectural work you will need some software to help remove what little bowing is there IMO.
All in all I think it is a very good lens for the money when you look at what you get which is a small, well made, fast, bright lens, with very good color and contrast.
If you can live with or I should say learn to work with the “quirky” parts, it's a good lens.
It's not a professional lens but I'm not sure it was ever made to be a digital pro lens.
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Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Lightweight
- Nice Bokeh
Cons
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Photojournalism
Comments about Nikon Super Wide Angle AF Nikkor 20mm f/2.8D Autofocus Lens:
This is an old school wide. Slow focusing, a little soft at the corners, a little distortion but tack sharp and absolutely gorgeous bokeh. It is a great walk-around lens or low-profile, close-quarters option. I've taken a lot of great pictures with this lens...
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Easily Interchangeable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Lightweight
- Rugged
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Night Photography
- Weddings/Events
- Wildlife Photos
Comments about Nikon Super Wide Angle AF Nikkor 20mm f/2.8D Autofocus Lens:
This little ogre stays on my D80 90% of the time. I recently purchased a used D70 for my 85mm lens to minimize dust getting on my sensor. Wonderful lens. Functional in pretty much all settings. Great for architecture, landscapes, group shots and weddings. I am more than pleased with it and I must say it's a fabulous value. But then I'm a wide angle kinda guy. You need this lens in your bag. You won't be disappointed. I have nothing but praise for this gem. Nothing but praise!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Pros
- Consistent Output
- Lightweight
- Rugged
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Wildlife Photos
Comments about Nikon Super Wide Angle AF Nikkor 20mm f/2.8D Autofocus Lens:
Extremely sharp wide angle lens; very fast and accurate auto focus; focuses as close as 10 inches.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Pros
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Lightweight
- Rugged
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Macro Photography
Comments about Nikon Super Wide Angle AF Nikkor 20mm f/2.8D Autofocus Lens:
It was great to get this lens , better image quality and much more compact than my 18-70 nikkor zoom
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Easily Interchangeable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Lightweight
- Nice Bokeh
- Rugged
- Strong Construction
Cons
- NONE
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Night Photography
- Sports/Action
- Weddings/Events
- Wildlife Photos
Comments about Nikon Super Wide Angle AF Nikkor 20mm f/2.8D Autofocus Lens:
Purchased for my son because he didn't own an super wide. Put this on my camera for about 8 shots before I gave it to him. Great lens, If you have a focus screw drive Nikon grab this little honey. f2.8 is great on a wide and focus is spot on and super fast.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Easily Interchangeable
- Strong Construction
Cons
- Slow Focus
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Wildlife Photos
Comments about Nikon Super Wide Angle AF Nikkor 20mm f/2.8D Autofocus Lens:
It's a lens what can I say....the shipping was on time,the packing was good,I am vary happy with it.
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Easily Interchangeable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
Comments about Nikon Super Wide Angle AF Nikkor 20mm f/2.8D Autofocus Lens:
It was fast enough to get a crisp shot of sunset handheld. It also was able to keep focus on my speedy granddaughter in continuous mode in low light. I shot with my Nikon D700. The distortion is corrected in LR3 with one click, but sometimes I leave it because I like the effect. Overall I am very happy with it. It is small and light. I can see it being a staple in my bag.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Wildlife Photos
Comments about Nikon Super Wide Angle AF Nikkor 20mm f/2.8D Autofocus Lens:
I prefer primes at wide and standard angle and this is a strong, economical entry below 35mm. Sharp enough at f/2.8 and completely ready to rock at f/4. The build is solid and while I've only had the lens a week I can say it's performed well in both cold and rain. Light enough and easy to control.
On the downside, the AF can be a little slow. Manual focusers will have no issues.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Easily Interchangeable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Lightweight
- Nice Bokeh
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
Comments about Nikon Super Wide Angle AF Nikkor 20mm f/2.8D Autofocus Lens:
I have a bit problem with this lens when using with flash for some angle with some glaring. The most part of this lens has been solid and very good with landscape, interior and group of people shot.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Easily Interchangeable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Lightweight
- Nice Bokeh
Cons
- Blurry Focus
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Travel
- Weddings/Events
- Wildlife Photos
Comments about Nikon Super Wide Angle AF Nikkor 20mm f/2.8D Autofocus Lens:
As a travel person, i believe that carrying too many lens and gears decreases the guilty of the trip or vacation. Although i do love to shoot photos catching the moments of happiness, the lesson from last trip to Miami, traveling with heavy gears only make you feel tired. No fun at all. That's why i recommend this lens as the best Nikon travel company. It's light and wide. The focus speed is fast as well. F2.8 is also a good atrraction to have it. No matter you are using Dx or FX cameras, it performs what a good DSLR should have. The only drawback for this is the sharpness needs to be improved a bit. However, as i said, its the best travel lens i ever had. Having a trip is definitely more important than shooting a lot good quality of photos but the trip uncomfortable.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Lightweight
- Nice Bokeh
- Rugged
- Strong Construction
Cons
- Don't come with hood
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Night Photography
- Sports/Action
- Video
- Weddings/Events
- Wildlife Photos
Comments about Nikon Super Wide Angle AF Nikkor 20mm f/2.8D Autofocus Lens:
Very light, quick fucusing, sharp at all apertures, very low distortion. Should had bought before.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Lightweight
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
Comments about Nikon Super Wide Angle AF Nikkor 20mm f/2.8D Autofocus Lens:
- I use the product for architecture, landscape and interior picture.
- It has a very good comprimise price/quality and it's not heavy to carry on
- It's much less expensive and lighter than the 14-24 f2.8
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Easily Interchangeable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Travel interiors
Comments about Nikon Super Wide Angle AF Nikkor 20mm f/2.8D Autofocus Lens:
Bought this lens in 1992. Back then its resolution was higher than any slide film that I could buy (may still be true today).
3 stars only because I am very disappointed with the aperture blades getting sticky over time. Nikon has "serviced" this 3 times and their charges have doubled my true cost of ownership.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Easily Interchangeable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
Comments about Nikon Super Wide Angle AF Nikkor 20mm f/2.8D Autofocus Lens:
Sharp and fast. Have only had it a few weeks but using it all the time.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easily Interchangeable
- Lightweight
- Rugged
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
Comments about Nikon Super Wide Angle AF Nikkor 20mm f/2.8D Autofocus Lens:
I stepped up to a Nikon D3s in spring time and I find the 24-70 f2.8 heavy and big with it. Since I already had a 50 1.4G I was looking to get a wide andle lightweight prime so I went with the 20mm. No regrets at all, amazing how wide thing lens goes with a Full Frame body. Back from a trip in NYC and this lens is a must for travelling and cathing everything !
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Lightweight
- Nice Bokeh
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Night Photography
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Nikon Super Wide Angle AF Nikkor 20mm f/2.8D Autofocus Lens:
I'm a professional architecture photographer and bought this lens to make my life easier to shot interiors. It´s awesome. The little distortion is easy to correct using the specific profile in a post-processing software.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Easily Interchangeable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Lightweight
- Rugged
- SmallCompact
Cons
- Distortion
- Vignetting
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Night Photography
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Nikon Super Wide Angle AF Nikkor 20mm f/2.8D Autofocus Lens:
I sold my (awesome) 14-24mm lens and replaced it with this lens because it is so much easier to carry and handle. Its light-weight, takes up little room in my camera bag. It focuses fast on my D700 and is plenty sharp enough. It also takes filters.
It does suffer from vignetting below f4 and a little complex distortion but this is easily corrected in Adobe Lightroom (ACR) using the built-in lens correction feature.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Easily Interchangeable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Lightweight
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Macro Photography
- Night Photography
- Video
Comments about Nikon Super Wide Angle AF Nikkor 20mm f/2.8D Autofocus Lens:
Used for taking shots of the hotel suite to start off with. The 50-200mm lens could not do the job. [...]
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easily Interchangeable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
Comments about Nikon Super Wide Angle AF Nikkor 20mm f/2.8D Autofocus Lens:
Extends my all purpose 28-300 to cover wider angles . For DX format the 14-24 zoom would be perfect, although costing more than twice as much as the prime 20mm.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Easily Interchangeable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Macro Photography
- Night Photography
- Sports/Action
- Weddings/Events
- Wildlife Photos
Comments about Nikon Super Wide Angle AF Nikkor 20mm f/2.8D Autofocus Lens:
This lens is great. i have used it on a D7000 and a F100 35mm. though on some cameras it lacks the wide angle ability it gives a great crystal clear look. on my f100 the wide angle look is amazing. everything is sharp and you do not get the huge distortion like you would with a fish eye. all in all this a great lens especially as a person who loves the look and feel of classic old 35mm film cameras.
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
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