Published September 4th 2013

Nikon 85mm f/1.8

A classic portrait lens and excellent value for the money, but a little longer than a conventional portrait lens when mounted on a DX body

Manufacturer: 
Nikon
Precise name: 
AF Nikkor 85mm f/1.8D
Type: 
Telephoto
Prime
Mount: 
Nikon
FF/DX: 
FF
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Why: 

I simply had to own one of these classic portrait lenses, and the f/1.8 version is very approachable bought used. I got an excellent specimen of this older version from a local shop at a good price.

Year acquired: 
In archive: 
3.497 images
Still have: 
Yes

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