Used Nikon AF-S 85mm f/1.8G Lens (5603)
Condition & contents
| Grading | Very good condition, no marks to optics, works as new. |
|---|---|
| Testing | Fully tested |
| Warranty | 12 month warranty |
| Includes | Front/Rear Caps |
At a glance: 85mm f/1.8 FX portrait prime - light, sharp, fast AF-S autofocus, rounded 7-blade aperture.
About this lens
The Nikon AF-S 85mm f/1.8G is a fast short-telephoto prime, widely regarded as an excellent value portrait lens. Released in 2012 as the AF-S update to Nikon's long-running 85mm f/1.8 line, with a Silent Wave motor and rounded 7-blade aperture.
Build & handling
| Autofocus | AF-S silent wave motor |
|---|---|
| Image stabilisation | No |
| Minimum focus distance | 0.80m |
| Filter thread | 67mm |
| Weight | 350g |
| Construction | Rounded 7-blade aperture, internal focusing |
Works with
- Nikon F-mount full-frame DSLRs (D750, D780, D850, D6 and older)
- Nikon F-mount APS-C DSLRs (acts as ~127mm-equivalent)
- Nikon Z mirrorless via FTZ/FTZ II adapter
Best for
A classic portrait focal length on full-frame, giving flattering compression, clean subject separation and a gentle out-of-focus background. Also strong for events, street and general short-telephoto work. On DX bodies it becomes a 127mm equivalent.
Frequently asked questions
Will it autofocus on entry-level Nikon DSLRs (D3xxx / D5xxx)?
Yes. The built-in AF-S silent-wave motor handles autofocus in-lens, so this works on every Nikon F-mount DSLR including entry-level bodies.
Is this a good portrait lens?
Yes. 85mm on full-frame is a classic portrait focal length; f/1.8 gives clean subject isolation, and the rounded 7-blade aperture keeps out-of-focus highlights smooth.
Does this lens have image stabilisation?
No — this lens does not have image stabilisation.
Specifications
| Focal Length | 85mm |
|---|---|
| Lens Type | Prime, Telephoto |
| Max Aperture | f/1.8 |
| Lens Mount | Nikon F Mount, Nikon FX Mount |
| Condition | Used |
| Brand | Nikon |