Nikon AF-S DX Micro-NIKKOR 85mm f/3.5G ED VR

Compact macro lens with vibration reduction technology

Nikon AF-S DX Micro-NIKKOR 85mm f/3.5G ED VR
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Features 16
Performance 16
Durability 16
Price 14
Usability 17
Brand Nikon
Model 2190

Key Features

OPTICAL 14 elements in 10 groups including one ED glass element
MACRO 1:1 reproduction ratio at 85mm focal length
AUTOFOCUS Silent Wave Motor (SWM) for quiet, fast AF
STABILIZATION VR II system providing up to 4 stops of compensation
APERTURE Rounded 9-blade diaphragm for smooth bokeh
FOCUSING Internal Focusing (IF) system maintains lens length
COATING Nikon Super Integrated Coating to reduce flare
COMPATIBILITY Designed for DX-format Nikon F-mount DSLRs
MINIMUM FOCUS 0.286m (0.94 ft) from the focal plane
FILTER 52mm filter thread size
MOUNT Nikon F-mount with weather-sealed rubber gasket
CONSTRUCTION High-quality plastic barrel with metal mount
DIMENSIONS Approx. 73 x 98.5 mm

The Most Important Rings & Switches — Nikon AF-S DX Micro-NIKKOR 85mm f/3.5G ED VR

Ring / Switch / Control Status Note
Focus Ring ✓ Present
Zoom Ring ✗ Not Present
Aperture Ring ✗ Not Present
AF/MF Switch ✓ Present
Image Stabilisation Switch ✓ Present
Focus Limiter Switch ✓ Present
Function (L-Fn) Button ✗ Not Present
Zoom Lock Switch ✗ Not Present
Optical Image Stabilisation (OIS) ✓ Present
Weather Sealing ~ Limited Rubber gasket on mount

How-to Use Nikon AF-S DX Micro-NIKKOR 85mm f/3.5G ED VR

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Technical Specification

Focal Length 85mm
Maximum Aperture f/3.5
Minimum Aperture f/32
Lens Construction 14 elements in 10 groups
Angle of View 18 degrees 50 minutes
Minimum Focus Distance 0.286m
Maximum Reproduction Ratio 1.0x
Diaphragm Blades 9 (rounded)
Filter Size 52mm
Stabilization VR II (up to 4 stops)
Focus Motor Silent Wave Motor (SWM)
Internal Focusing Yes
Weight 355g
Dimensions 73 x 98.5 mm
Format DX