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for what it is, it is phenomenal. I bought it because it was advertised as a D-series lens (which I needed, as I have a Nikon1 with the FT-1 adapter), but it is actually a pre-D AF series lens. I cannot auto-focus this lens because I have the wrong camera (camera needs to have an auto-focus motor integrated into the camera). Now on to the awesome features. It has 1:1 magnification at its closest focus distance, and the image is very contrasty and with great accutance, resolution, and color reproduction, all the way to 2.8. Color fringing is minimal up to F4, and noticeable but easily correctable in post at f2.8. Focus throw is a respectable 180 degrees, but I prefer a bit more for accurate focus, especially in macro focal distances. Image resolution and accutance is phenomenal at non-macro focus distances. This is definitely a dual-purpose macro lens and portrait/near-telephoto lens. The optics of this lens and the 105mm F2.8 D series is identical. If you are on a budget and are okay with manual focus in case your camera is not compatible, then this will be great! If you need auto-focus, and have the right camera to use it, then get the D-series version of this lens. Either way, I hope you will be as happy with this lens as I am!Read full review
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While this version (f2.8 AF-D) doesn't have the same number of elements and groups as the newer (AF-S) version, and it's not as quiet, it's still among the sharpest of Nikon's lenses. Originally designed for film cameras, it has transitioned nicely to digital. I get very sharp details at 1:1, and the images are stunning. Right now, I'm using it with my D750, and although the autofocus is not as fast as the newer models, and since I don't use it for action, it delivers quite adequate focusing speed. I also have several other "D" autofocus lenses (20mm f2.8, 24mm f2.8, 50mm f1.4), and they're all part of my shooting battery.
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: Pre-owned
I bought this lens as a trial with the intention of selling it on if I didn't like it. Now I can't leave it alone! It spends more time on my D7000 than any of my other lenses a match made in heaven! Tack sharp images at any aperture setting, even wide open. I tried close up attachments/ filters on other lenses, but no comparison to this, a dedicated no compromise macro lens, and very solidly built. It happens to be great for portraits too. And not too bulky or heavy. Only drawbacks, it will only autofocus with higher end Nikons with built in autofocus motor. IE, not with the D3xxx or D5xxx series. Autofocus is a bit slower than the latest AFs lenses too, but I can live with this. A pleasure to use.
Verified purchase: No
This is an excellent macro lens, overlooked by many. It is a fraction of the cost of a new Nikon lens and works just as well. Autofocus is not up to today's standards but you will be using manual focus for macro anyway.
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: Pre-owned
Great lens. But you should know that when using a D3100 or any model which doesn't have a focus motor built into the camera body that this lens will only work in manual focus mode. Super crisp macro pictures, and really nice for portraits too. Real metal housing. Feels so well made compared to the cheaper plastic lenses the camera came with. When you first mount it onto a D3100, it should be set to f32. After installing it, slide the little lock switch to the orange locked position. Then the camera body can tell the lens what aperture to use without seeing any error messages. I usually put it in Aperture mode, and manually pick an aperture that suits the lighting conditions, then focus manually. Look at speed to see if it makes sense for what you're doing. It has a pretty narrow focal range when taking macro shots. But that's normal for all macro lenses like this. It comes in handy on portraits where you might want the background to be a soft focus. Overall it's a really nice lens, and I don't mind not having the autofocus feature on my D3100 too much. These pictures were taken in normal daylight, hand-holding the camera. A yellow jacket and a Daddy Longlegs.Read full review
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: Pre-owned
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