AF-S VR Micro-Nikkor 105mm f/2.8G IF-ED
This medium telephoto Micro lens is ideal for extreme close-up and portrait work with greater working distances and AF from infinity to life-size (1:1).
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- 62mm Snap-on front lens cap (LC-62)
- Rear lens cap (LF-1)
- Bayonet hood (HB-38)
- Flexible lens pouch (CL-1020)
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AF-S VR Micro-NIKKOR 105mm f/2.8G IF-ED
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Optically wonderful lens - hunts a little
I have used this lens for the last couple of months on a D300 camera. It has become my favorite Macro and mid-distance lens. Particularly like contrast and color.
105mm on a DX camera provides a good distance for macro work and is not too long for general "walk around" photography.
My only complaint is that it tends to hunt while focusing at times. The "limit" switch helps but it's still slow at times. Not a huge negative for me.
July 30, 2010
The hand held best
This Lens does not disappoint, I have had it for over one year now, and all of my shots with it are stunning. It is by far the sharpest lens in my bag. and on a DX it really takes advantage of the magnification factor. I have used both a TC-20EII and a TC-17EII converter on this lens. It will fully auto-focus even in poor lighting. The shots with the teleconverter are sharp and very acceptable. however without the converter, it is like a razor. I still had to set the fine tune to -8 on my D7000, (back focusing issue). but this lens is by far one of my all around favorites. The VR is what really makes sets it apart from all the other micro lineup, not even the 85mm F3.5 Vr micro can really do what this one can. only the 200mm F4 will surpass this lens in sharpness if you have it properly stabilized, but this lens is made for on the go macro work. I really liked using this lens with the SB-400 flash, keep the weight down and still get excellent light fill. Highly recommended for all users, DX and FX. and If I had to have one lens, and sell the rest off, this would be my keeper. the quality is absolutely top notch.
November 13, 2011
A must-have lens for your camera bag
In the short time I have had this lens, it's hardly ever detached from my D90 camera. I soon discovered that being mounted on a tripod is vital to avoid camera shake. With such a shallow depth of field at low apertures, it takes practise to get focusing right. I now use a remote and what a difference it has made. This is one of the best lenses I have ever used, and it's so well built, can't fault it at all, just wish the insects would remain still for longer and the wind wouldn't blow so much!
August 1, 2011
Very good quality lens, high precision autofocus good for portraits with focusing range reduction, for macros I usually use manual focusing!
July 25, 2011
fast and sharp
very good close up lense and a good medium tele for sports. Only problem: why is it not a fixed F2.8 thru the whole rangeof focusing?? It's about F4 at close up and not F2.8. Aperture changes as you focus from close to further away. frustrating!
July 18, 2011
Industry Recognition
The Technical Image Press Association (TIPA) accolades for this superb Nikkor lens included; This lens is the first-ever Nikkor Micro model with an integrated optical stabilizer. This 105mm f/2.8 reaches a life-size reproduction ratio of 1:1 with an ambitious optical construction featuring 14 elements in 12 groups. It sports and ED lens and features new Nano Crystal Coating technology, which is designed to further minimize flare.
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All7 months ago
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Anonymous
Age: 18-24
Favorite Subject: Portrait
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The AF-S VR Micro-Nikkor 105mm 2.8 lens would work great on the D3100.I use this lens on my FX D700 and my DX D70s sensor cameras.
Although this lens was designed to work optimally with a FX sensor it still works fabulous with Nikon's DX sensor cameras such as your D3100.
-- If you are getting into the rewarding aspect of Micro photography this is a great lens to start with. Happy Shooting
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Jun 18, 2011 by
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dmbNIK
North Virgina
Location :
North Virgina
Age: 45-54
Favorite Subject: Nature
Nikon Family: 21+ years
Experience: More than a year
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
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ignore joe, keith has the right stuff. all AF-S lenses work with all modern D-bodies.Answer:
It will auto focus on the D3100 as it is the AF-S version.Answer:
Yes but you would have to focus manually, it does not have a built in lens motor.Has staff answer
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What distance to achieve 1:1 macro ratio
At what min and max distance is needed for macro shots. Hoping to shoot bees and wasp, but I do not want to be that close for obvious reasons.
4 months, 1 week ago
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Dwayne
California
Location :
California
Age: 35-44
Favorite Subject: Nature
Nikon Family: 2-5 years
Experience: Less than a month
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
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To shoot 1:1 the sensor plane is about 1 Ft. from the subject. I have shot many Wasps,Hornets & Bees & have never been stung. I have found,If you don't swat them they won't swat you. Remain CALM & if they start to get agressive, back away slowly & let them calm down.They will accept you if you don't hurt or injur them. Have fun!My Images are to large to download. They were shot with D7000 & 105mm Nikkor & are almost all over 5 MB
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Oct 17, 2011 by
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Buster
Oregon coast
Location :
Oregon coast
Age: Over 65
Favorite Subject: Nature
Nikon Family: 21+ years
Experience: More than a year
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
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The Minimum Focus Distance is 1.0ft.(0.314m).
AF-S VR Micro-NIKKOR 105mm f/2.8G IF-ED
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Does this len AF-S VR Micro-Nikkor 105mm f/2.8G IF-ED made in Japan or China?
1 month, 2 weeks ago
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Anonymous
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I found this at the Ken Rockwell website:Made in
2006-2008: Japan.
2010: A reader shares that his sample is now made in China
Dec 24, 2011 by
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Kallewille
Dayton, OH
Location :
Dayton, OH
Age: 25-34
Favorite Subject: Nature
Nikon Family: 0-1 years
Experience: Less than a month
Role: Just getting started with photography
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Early ones made in Japan later ones made in China, not that it makes any difference where it was made as it is still the same lens.Has staff answer
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can you suggest a hood to use 77mm filters on this lens
7 months ago
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Anonymous
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use a step-up filter converter. they are available at any good camera shops. if you want a hood as well: buy a step-up converter, screw in your filter, then use a 77mm screw-in hood.Answer:
The filter size for this lens is 62mm.
can Af- Nikkor 105 mm f/2.8 used as a telephoto lens?
7 months ago
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SunilS
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Absolutely! It is great for telephoto use in situations not requiring a large depth of field. It produces very sharp portraits. It is excellent for street photography to enable the isolation of the subject from the surrounding environment without having to be too close. This provides the opportunity to get great candid shots even in low lighting situations without the use of a flash. I love it!Jul 10, 2011 by
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AlabamaTim
Montgomery, AL
Location :
Montgomery, AL
Age: 55-65
Favorite Subject: Nature
Nikon Family: 6-10 years
Experience: More than a year
Role: Semi-professional photographer
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This is a medium telephoto Micro lens, ideal for extreme close-up and portrait work with greater working distances and AF from infinity.5 months, 2 weeks ago
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led
malaysia
Location :
malaysia
Age: 25-34
Favorite Subject: Nature
Nikon Family: 2-5 years
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
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Lenses marked AFS have a built in motor and will work on nearly all Nikon DSLR'sAnswer:
Yes.
AF-S VR Micro-NIKKOR 105mm f/2.8G IF-ED
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Will all functions on this lense work on my d300 (not d300s)
5 months ago
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Anonymous
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Yes.Oct 17, 2011 by
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Buster
Oregon coast
Location :
Oregon coast
Age: Over 65
Favorite Subject: Nature
Nikon Family: 21+ years
Experience: More than a year
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
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Yes, perfect. :)Has staff answer
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Why does my new 105 VR Micro only go to f 4.5 at 1:1 focual distance?
4 months, 3 weeks ago
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Jim
USA
Location :
USA
Age: 55-65
Favorite Subject: Landscape
Nikon Family: 6-10 years
Experience: Less than a month
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
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I don't know why but all modern Macro lens will change f/stop when you get close.Answer:
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Where this lens was made, I wondered Nikon ever made this lens in China and sold its in US maket with US warranty (5 years)
Nikon lens with SKU # NI10528GAF and product # 2160 , is this item made in Japan or China , how can I know which one is for US market. Any advise from Customer services or technical support is very helpful for Nikon user. Thank's
4 months ago
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Peter, N
San Diego
Location :
San Diego
Age: 45-54
Favorite Subject: Family & Friends
Nikon Family: 11-20 years
Experience: Less than a month
Role: Occasional user, memory keeper
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My lens 105mm f2.8 Micro Nikkor was made in China & sold in the US. I would have never suspected until I looked. The build is superb,the Glass is flawless the pictures are tack sharp with beautiful bokah. I was dissapointed to learn that the f stop changes & is only f2.8 @ infinity.At 1-1 Macro it is f4. Shooting @ 1:1 i always stop down to f8-f22 anyway so it is a moot point but feel Nikon should advertise it as a variable apurture lens. That said, I would buy it again. BusterOct 17, 2011 by
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Arden E. Olson
Oregon coast
Location :
Oregon coast
Age: Over 65
Favorite Subject: Nature
Nikon Family: 21+ years
Experience: More than a year
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
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Nikon operates factories all across the globe and each operate to the same high standard. While individual cameras are marked with their country of manufacture we can't make a blanket statement about which camera is produced where.7 months ago
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Anonymous
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and with any other DSLR Nikon BODY
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TIPA Award For Best Professional Lens
The Technical Image Press Association (TIPA) accolades for this superb Nikkor lens included; This lens is the first-ever Nikkor Micro model with an integrated optical stabilizer. This 105mm f/2.8 reaches a life-size reproduction ratio of 1:1 with an ambitious optical construction featuring 14 elements in 12 groups. It sports and ED lens and features new Nano Crystal Coating technology, which is designed to further minimize flare.
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