Nikon

Nikon 2201B 85mm f/1.8G AF-S FX Lens Renewed

Name: Nikon 2201B 85mm f/1.8G AF-S FX Lens Renewed
Brand: Nikon
SKU: 2201B

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Capture Stunning Portraits with Clarity and Speed The Nikon 85mm f/1.8G AF-S FX Nikkor Lens is a fast, medium telephoto lens designed for exceptional portrait photography and HD video. This renewed lens delivers crisp, natural image reproduction and stunningly soft backgrounds. Specifications: ...

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Overview

Capture Stunning Portraits with Clarity and Speed

The Nikon 85mm f/1.8G AF-S FX Nikkor Lens is a fast, medium telephoto lens designed for exceptional portrait photography and HD video. This renewed lens delivers crisp, natural image reproduction and stunningly soft backgrounds.

Specifications:

Focal Length: 85mm
Maximum Aperture: f/1.8
Format Compatibility: FX/35mm Film, DX
Lens Construction: Elements in Groups
Minimum Focus Distance:
Focus System: Silent Wave Motor (SWM)
Coating: Nikon Super Integrated Coating (SIC)
Focus Mode: M/A (Manual-priority autofocus)

Key Features

Fast aperture medium telephoto lens

Internal Focus, Focal Length: 85 mm, Minimum Focus Range: 0.80 m

Silent Wave Motor (SWM). Number of diaphragm blades:7 (rounded diaphragm opening)

M/A focus mode switch

Specifications

Focal Length

85 mm

Maximum Aperture

f/1.8

Minimum Focus Range

0.80 m

Focus System

Internal Focus (IF)

Autofocus Motor

Silent Wave Motor (SWM)

Focus Mode Switch

M/A

Diaphragm Blades

7 (rounded diaphragm opening)

Product Condition

Renewed

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the focal length of this Nikon lens?

The Nikon 85mm f/1.8G AF-S FX Lens has a fixed focal length of 85mm, making it a medium telephoto lens.

Does this lens offer silent autofocus?

Yes, it is equipped with a Silent Wave Motor (SWM) for quiet and smooth autofocus operation.

What is the widest aperture setting available on this lens?

This lens features a fast maximum aperture of f/1.8, which is beneficial for low-light photography and achieving shallow depth of field.

Can I quickly switch between autofocus and manual focus?

Yes, the lens includes an M/A focus mode switch, allowing for a quick transition between autofocus and manual focus override.

What is the closest distance this lens can focus?

The minimum focus range for this lens is 0.80 meters.

Strengths & Trade-offs

👍 Pros

Features a fast aperture of f/1.8, excelling in low-light conditions and creating pleasing background blur.
Utilizes Internal Focus (IF), ensuring the lens length does not change during focusing for better balance.
Equipped with a Silent Wave Motor (SWM) for quiet and precise autofocus operation.
Offers a versatile 85mm focal length, ideal for portraiture and medium telephoto applications.
Includes an M/A focus mode switch, allowing seamless transition between autofocus and manual focus override.

👎 Cons

Does not include Vibration Reduction, which could be a limitation for handheld shooting in some situations.
Being a renewed product, its long-term reliability might be perceived differently compared to a new item.
The 7-blade rounded diaphragm, while good, may not produce as perfectly circular bokeh as lenses with more blades.
The fixed 85mm focal length offers no zoom capabilities, requiring the photographer to physically move to frame shots.
Specific details on the renewal process or warranty for renewed products are not provided.