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Compact and lightweight DX format Macro lens with high-quality optics. Equipped with Nikon's second generation Vibration Reduction system, it delivers steady images to both the sensor and viewfinder, enabling more flexible hand-held shooting. The 1:1 reproduction ratio enables life-size close-ups of extremely fine textures and details. The smooth autofocus delivered by the Silent Wave Motor combines with the internal focus system to make it ideal for getting really close to subjects. Easy to handle, this is the perfect lens with which to explore the world of close-up photography.
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Nikon 85mm f/3.5G AF-S DX VR Micro Lens
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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
By Chris R
I wasn't sure about this lens until I had a play with one at Focus On Imaging Trade show a couple of years ago. I found the lens to be solidly made and a useful focal length on a DX Camera (this lens is no good for FX use). The equivalent 35mm/FX focal length is 127.5mm, which is right in the middle of the most popular micro lenses like the 105mm Nikkor and the 150mm Sigma.
The build quality of this lens is mid range, with a plastic outer barrel. It's a level up from the kit lenses (eg 18-55, 18-105) but a step below the popular pro level lenses like the 17-55mm f2.8 or the 70-200mm f2.8 VR. It feels quite light, and doesn't take up much more space in my camera bag than my 50mm f1.4
I would say this lens is only really useful in well lit conditions as, compared to other prime lenses with their fast maximum aperture of 1.4 or 1.8, f3.5 feels very slow. VR is obviously a bonus, particularly on a short telephoto lense like this, but it doesn't help freeze action.
I haven't used any other macro lens from any manufacturer, so I can't compare the macro qualities or sharpness with them. The sharpness is more than adequate though and still very good compared to other primes. You can take some very impressive photos with this lens, just don't expect to be getting world beating insect photos straight from the box, as I think you need quite a bit of lighting and extension tubes etc to get the pro quality macro shots you see in magazines.
All in all, I'm pleased with my purchase and for the money it's a great buy to dip your toe into the macro world and see if it's something you want to invest more money in.
The build quality of this lens is mid range, with a plastic outer barrel. It's a level up from the kit lenses (eg 18-55, 18-105) but a step below the popular pro level lenses like the 17-55mm f2.8 or the 70-200mm f2.8 VR. It feels quite light, and doesn't take up much more space in my camera bag than my 50mm f1.4
I would say this lens is only really useful in well lit conditions as, compared to other prime lenses with their fast maximum aperture of 1.4 or 1.8, f3.5 feels very slow. VR is obviously a bonus, particularly on a short telephoto lense like this, but it doesn't help freeze action.
I haven't used any other macro lens from any manufacturer, so I can't compare the macro qualities or sharpness with them. The sharpness is more than adequate though and still very good compared to other primes. You can take some very impressive photos with this lens, just don't expect to be getting world beating insect photos straight from the box, as I think you need quite a bit of lighting and extension tubes etc to get the pro quality macro shots you see in magazines.
All in all, I'm pleased with my purchase and for the money it's a great buy to dip your toe into the macro world and see if it's something you want to invest more money in.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
By Victor
Amazon Verified Purchase
Received this lens today and what an amazing lens: On my D7000 this lens is sharp at F3.5 and very sharp when stopped down to F5, the quality of the macro images has to be seen to be believed, and the VR is great for those hand held shots. Another good thing is that one can use this lens for portraits, true it's not an F2.8 lens, but at F3.5 the difference is small as far as the bokeh is concerned. I'm really glad that I got this lens and it doesn't cost the Earth!
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
By Jim
Amazon Verified Purchase
Love this lens I was debating for a long time before I decided to purchase the 85mm over the 105mm as it did not have great reviews but am trilled I choose it. I didn't realize how close this lens is and if I had purchased the 105 I cant imagine how far back I would have to go to get some of the super shots I am getting with the 85 so If you are in the same predicament as I was you have far more opportunities with the 85mm. Happy shooting!
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A solid performer, poor auto focus
A cracking good lens and a good introduction to macro photography at an affordable price.
Build quality is light and plastic, however its good and not unlike like the... Read more
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Published 1 month ago by Bobbo Bear
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Brilliant
This macro lens was a christmas present for my daughter who had wanted a macro lens since she purchased a new nikkon camera. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Chrisbk
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Great lens for dentistry
Have the nikkor 105, sigma 70mm but finally found the perfect lens for dentistry. It's incredibly light and perfect focal length. Focuses quick. Read more
Published 7 months ago by Mr. A. O'NEILL
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Move closer. Move your camera real close.
Going on a photographic challenge has always lighted my fire in times of having a spare moment and not knowing what to do with it. Read more
Published 24 months ago by S. Linter
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