Name: Nikkor AF-S 85mm f/1.4G
Brand: Nikon
SKU: 469
Rating: 4.3 (36 reviews)

4.4

based on all reviews

Consumer ratings:

4.8 / 5

performs well
producing images with good sharpness in the centre
4G is a superb lens for portraiture

Cons Maybe a touch pricey
falloff of illumination towards the corners is quite pronounced at maximum aperture
distortion pattern is a little peculiar

Construction: Fixed
Elements: 10
Focus method: Internal
Autofocus: yes
Max format size: Full-frame (35mm)
Focal length: , 85 mm
Image stabilisation: no
Lens type: Normal, Telephoto

Nikon Nikkor AF-S 85mm f/1.4G - Pros & Cons

performs well
producing images with good sharpness in the centre
4G is a superb lens for portraiture
the lens is sturdy as a rock
rubberized focus ring is nicely damped and operates smoothly
excellent build quality and good handling characteristics
The zoom is more versatile
The build quality is spectacular
and the focusing really is silky smooth
are very nice and you took them with fast zooms
great for reproducing the fine detail in landscapes
The image is stunning as it sits
bokeh is extremely smooth
sharpness
best-looking bokeh and beautiful color renditions
4G is quite good
is designed to withstand tough weather and is well-protected on the outside against dust and moisture
Build Quality and Handling The lens

Cons Maybe a touch pricey
falloff of illumination towards the corners is quite pronounced at maximum aperture
distortion pattern is a little peculiar
markings are so close together that they are not easy to use at all
price tag may seem steep at ÃÂ£1500 for a fixed lens
1. 4
began to look a little outdated
more expensive than third-party alternatives
G-type lens and thus does not offer an aperture ring
it has no aperture ring
D-lens is poor in nailing sharpness on moving subjects
the image at the top is noticeably warmer
tripping the shutter and focus lock
the lens was suddenly just in focus at the touch of the focus button
the flare from the background washed out the contrast
The lens itself is not optically stabilized
lack of stabilization introduces jitter into video
Pricier than third-party options
3D tracking is hit and miss at f1
some focus shift on stopping down
Bokeh is a bit of a dark art though
wide open performance is severely lacking
Longitudinal CA is not easily removable
the lens barrel does not rotate or extend
autofocus would get extremely unreliable
4G is certainly slower than its predecessor though
just lacks the silky smoothness of higher-end lenses
The lens reverses for storage on the lens
no infrared index)
4G AF-S is comparatively sluggish
the effect is somewhat magnified

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Nikon Nikkor AF-S 85mm f/1.4G - Full Specifications

Lens type	Normal Telephoto
Lens mount	Nikon F

Aperture max	1.4
Aperture min	16
Aperture ring	no
Number of diaphragm blades	9
Aperture features	Rounded diaphragm

Construction	Fixed
Elements	10
Groups	9
Special elements / coatings	Super Integrated coating Nano Crystal coating

Weight	23.28 oz
Diameter	3.43 in
Length	3.31 in
Filter size	3.03 in

Max Format size	Full-frame
Focal length	< 85
Angle of View	18 - 50
Angle of View 35mm Equivalent	28 - 30
Maximum magnification	0.12 x
Image stabilisation	no

Focus method	Internal
Autofocus	yes
Autofocus motor type	Ultrasonic
Closest focusing distance	0.85
Distance scale	yes
Depth of field (DoF) scale	yes

Colour of product	Black
Body materials	Magnesium Metal
Tripod collar	no
Hood supplied	yes
Filter thread	yes
Sealing	yes

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Based on 8 reviews

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