Nikon 85mm f/1.4D AF Nikkor Lens for Nikon Digital SLR Cameras
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Manufacturer: NikonModel: B00005LE76
Product features:
- 85mm focal length is considered the optimal choice for portrait work using a 35mm SLR camera
- High-performance, fast, maximum-aperture, NIKKOR telephoto lens
- Internal focusing for fast AF operation
- Rounded diaphragm makes out-of-focus elements appear more natural
- Fast f/1.4 aperture is helpful in shooting indoor sports or stage productions
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Digital camera reviews of Nikon 85mm f/1.4D AF Nikkor Lens for Nikon Digital SLR Cameras
Digital camera Review: 85mm f1.4
Summary: 4 Stars
I have only had this lens for a few days so fyi. I also shoot FX not DX. I also own many Nikon lens and the awesome 50mm f1.4 which is the sharpest lens I have period. The 85mm f1.4 I wanted for portraits, head shots, etc. but I also wanted the best bokeh possible without a tele. I have to say so far the bokeh is really good, but is it a $1000 dollars better than the 50mm f1.4 bokeh? Not really. Here is what I would say, if you already have the 50mm f1.4 and don't need a specific prime portrait lens skip this. it all depends on what you want. Also this is an old lens that does have some flaws. It does need improved lens coatings and a new hood design like all have said. I do like the old build quality, not plastic-y like other new lens can be. Am I happy I have it? Yes, but just barely. Wide open, which is WHY you buy this lens, it is not as sharp as the 50mm f1.4 wide open IMHO. It is good, but for this price and being a fixed lens it should be tack sharp wide open. Also wide open it has blue fringing that you can see at 100%, It is not terrible but it is there. Another sign of its age. Yes software can correct this, but again for this price that is not cool. If this lens were $799, I would say buy it no questions asked. But it is not. So think long and hard about why you are getting this. If your 50mm f1.4 is too wide for you and you don't want a tele then this is a fine alternative. If you think this lens will do everything and be your main lens, I think that is false hope. The 50mm is much better at an all around everyday lens. That's my two cents. I tried to be honest and not sugary sweet as some reviews are who gush over this lens. It is not the end all be all lens some describe it to be. What it is is a very good older lens that has great bokeh wide open but is not the sharpest lens at f1/4. Keep in mind also the resell on this will drop when an update does come out. I plan to use this for many years to come.
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