Nikon Micro-105mm f2.8G IF-ED VR is a Fixed aperture Auto Focus (AF)
Macro Prime lens with Optical Image stabilization and 35mm FF max sensor coverage, and it is designed to be used with
F(FX) Mount cameras.
What type of photography is the Nikon Micro-105mm f2.8G IF-ED VR lens good for?
The choice of photography type for which you intend to use the Nikon Micro-105mm f2.8G IF-ED VR is a crucial decision factor. Below, we have assessed its suitability for various photography scenarios:
There are 2 more lenses that have the same focal range and aperture values with the Nikon Micro-105mm f2.8G IF-ED VR that are compatible with the Nikon F (FX) mount, you can find the review and comparison links of these lenses below.
Lenses in Nikon F (FX) Mount with Same Focal and Aperture Range
Reasons to Buy the Nikon AF-S Micro-Nikkor 105mm f2.8G IF-ED VR Lens
Here we've included a summary of the advantages and disadvantages of the Nikon AF-S Micro-Nikkor 105mm f2.8G IF-ED VR lens in a list form to assist you in determining whether it offers the features you need.
| Optical Image Stabilization |
| Autofocus |
| Distance Scale |
| DoF(Depth of Field) Scale |
| Compatible with Nikon Teleconverters |
| Hood supplied |
| Covers Full-Frame Sensor |
| 9 Diaphragm Blades for Smooth Bokeh |
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Lens Mount
Nikon Micro-105mm f2.8G IF-ED VR is compatible with cameras that have a 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.
Size, Weight and Filter Thread
The size and weight are crucial factors to consider when searching for your next lens. Nikon Micro-105mm f2.8G IF-ED VR has a maximum diameter of 83mm and a total length of 116mm. It weighs 720g / 25.4 oz.
Nikon Micro-105mm f2.8G IF-ED VR has a filter thread of 62mm. Below are links to the filters that we recommend you to consider for your Nikon Micro-105mm f2.8G IF-ED VR:
You can also check All Nikon F Mount Lenses with 62mm Filter Thread Size to find the matching lenses.
Focal Range
Nikon Micro-105mm f2.8G IF-ED VR has a fixed focal length of 105mm. When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.5x crop, it provides an 35mm (FF) equivalent of 157.5mm.
Teleconverter Compatibility
Nikon Micro-105mm f2.8G IF-ED VR is compatible with the Teleconverters below. With the use of these TC/extenders, you can find how the total focal reach and effective aperture of your Nikon Micro-105mm f2.8G IF-ED VR changes below:
Nikon Micro-105mm f2.8G IF-ED VR Focal Range and Aperture Change with Teleconverter
Optical Image Stabilization
The Nikon Micro-105mm f2.8G IF-ED VR features an optical image stabilization system which helps to reduce the blur that occurs due to shaking during hand-held shooting.
Below are the 3 Macro Prime type Nikon F mount lens alternatives with highest max magnification ratios:
Aperture
The Nikon AF-S Micro-Nikkor 105mm f2.8G IF-ED VR features a maximum aperture of F2.8 and can be stopped down to a minimum aperture of F32. An aperture of F2.8 provides a solid balance, offering capable low-light performance and giving you plenty of flexibility when shooting indoors or during golden hour. The combination of a longer 105mm focal length and a bright F2.8 opening makes it incredibly easy to isolate your subject, melting away busy backgrounds into smooth, professional bokeh. The minimum setting of F32 is excellent for deep depth of field work like macro photography, though you may want to avoid the absolute smallest settings to skip the sharpness loss caused by optical diffraction.
Optical Formula
Nikon Micro-105mm f2.8G IF-ED VR's optical formula consists of 14 elements in 12 groups . The following special elements are used in this design:
- 1 ED glass
- 1 Nano Crystal coat glass element
Lens Hood
Nikon Micro-105mm f2.8G IF-ED VR comes with a removable lens hood which is handy to reduce lens flare and glare in your photos. The model number of the hood is HB-38.
Recommended Accessories for the Nikon Micro-105mm f2.8G IF-ED VR
Now it is time to look at the Top Recommended Accessories for the Nikon Micro-105mm f2.8G IF-ED VR.
Body Colour
Nikon Micro-105mm f2.8G IF-ED VR is available in Black color.
Popular Comparisons of Nikon Micro-105mm f2.8G IF-ED VR
Here are the 8 most popular comparisons of the Nikon Micro-105mm f2.8G IF-ED VR amongst Camera Decision readers.
Top Alternatives of Nikon Micro-105mm f2.8G IF-ED VR Lens
In addition, it would be interesting to check which lenses from other mounts are most commonly compared with the Nikon AF-S Micro-Nikkor 105mm f2.8G IF-ED VR.
Top Alternatives of Nikon Micro-105mm f2.8G IF-ED VR in Other Lens Mounts
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