The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Nikon AF 80-200mm f2.8D ED and the Nikon 135mm f2D DC for their suitability to various photography scenarios:
Size and Weight Comparison
The size of a lens is a crucial factor to consider when comparing two lenses. Nikon AF 80-200mm f2.8D ED is the longer of the two lenses at 187mm. The Nikon 135mm f2D DC with a length of 120mm, is 67mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Nikon AF 80-200mm f2.8D ED also has a larger diameter of 87mm compared to the Nikon 135mm f2D DC's 79mm diameter.
The weight of a lens is equally significant as its external dimensions, particularly if you intend to handhold your camera and lens combination for extended periods. Nikon 135mm f2D DC weighs 815g, 37% (485g) lighter than the Nikon AF 80-200mm f2.8D ED's weight of 1300g.
Filter Threads
The Nikon AF 80-200mm f2.8D ED has a filter size of 77mm whereas the Nikon 135mm f2D DC has a 72mm diameter. Larger filters are generally more expensive than the smaller ones given all the other features are equal.
Below are links to the 77mm filters that we recommend you to consider for the Nikon AF 80-200mm f2.8D ED:
And these are the 72mm filters that we recommend for the Nikon 135mm f2D DC:
Lens Mounts
Both the Nikon AF 80-200mm f2.8D ED and the Nikon 135mm f2D DC has the same Nikon F (FX) lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Nikon F (FX) lenses are Nikon D6, Nikon D780 and Nikon D3500.
Focal Range
Nikon AF 80-200mm f2.8D ED has a focal range of 80-200mm and
2.5X zoom ratio . When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.5x crop, it provides a 35mm (FF) equivalent of
120 - 300mm.
On the other hand, the Nikon 135mm f2D DC is a prime lens with fixed focal lenght of 135mm. When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.5x crop, it provides a 35mm (FF) equivalent of 202.5mm.
