AF Nikkor 180mm f/2.8D IF-ED
This high-performance, medium telephoto is ideal for sports arenas and concert halls. Also fantastic for portraits, action and astronomical photography.
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- 72mm snap-on front lens cap
- LF-1 rear lens cap
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AF NIKKOR 180mm f/2.8D IF-ED
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Prime Example
I use the AF 180mm f2.8D IF-ED to photograph everything from an Indoor Football League pro sports team to concerts, portraits and wildlife. It is the sharpest lens I have ever used. Users of a competitor have admired it's sharpness. It is compact by fast glass standards, easily carried, but has a heft and feel that screams Nikon quality, reliability and durability. Prime lenses are largely overlooked today, but this lens will make you forget about zooms.
July 31, 2010
My favorite lens
I could have given this lens six stars it is that good
Excellent 20 years ago when I bought it and excellent today even at full aperture it is needle sharp with superb bokeh.
November 26, 2011
A great lens, often overlooked today.
have owned this lens since 1990. I wasn't using it much, and was considering selling it, as I have a Nikon 70-200 VR1 and 135mm AF-DC.
I am on a trip to China and Cambodia, and decided not to take the 70-200 that I normally use with my D2Xs. The weight of three camera bodies and 5 lenses, plus a laptop was a bit much!
So, I took the 180mm F2.8 to use with my D3S and D3.
I could not be happier, as the photos are brilliant. The lens has excellent bokeh.
Looks like my 70-200 may be resting in the bag at home, a lot more now.
September 23, 2011
Everyone should have one of these
I bought my first AF 180 f/2.8 a few years ago to use on my D50 and have been using it ever since on every other Nikon DSLR that I have bought through the years.
This is simply one of those lenses that is unique in all respects. Sharp wide-open, great color, bokeh, just the right amount of contrast, etc..
It works well on every camera that I've ever tired it on and it's my favorite lens for going out to shoot with one camera and one lens.
I liked it so much, I even bought the newer AF 180 f/2.8D version. The same great lens and two lenses that will stay with me always.
May 30, 2011
My favorite lens ... all around work horse!
In my opion, Nikon's best kept secret! This is probably one of my favorite Nikkor lenses. It is light weight, has a built in lens hood, and is crystal clear and very, very sharp. It is very versatile and I use it for telephoto as well as close-up / macro work. I normally shoot hand held, and you can get some remarkable close-up shots from as far away as 5 feet from the subject. It works equally well with DX & FX cameras. I use it with my D3, D200, and F100 cameras for both digital and film work. It is very affordable for most budgets and is a joy to work with! The AF NIKKOR 180mm f/2.8D IF-ED lens is my choice for clarity and detail!
April 16, 2011
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I hear raves about it's sharpness and work in low light along with fast focusing, I need it because I do photography for bands. I like getting in the front row and getting close to them, am I still able to do this?
7 months ago
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Avery Shazam
St. Louis
Location :
St. Louis
Age: Under 18
Favorite Subject: Family & Friends
Nikon Family: 0-1 years
Experience: Less than a month
Role: Semi-professional photographer
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The minimum focus distance is 5.0 ft.(1.5m)7 months ago
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Celia J
st. Charles
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st. Charles
Age: 18-24
Favorite Subject: Sports
Nikon Family: 0-1 years
Experience: 1-3 months
Role: Occasional user, memory keeper
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No, it is a single focal length (prime) lens with fixed focal lengthHas staff answer
AF NIKKOR 180mm f/2.8D IF-ED
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Where is the pupil located relative to front surface of the lens?
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New York City
Favorite Subject: Landscape
Nikon Family: 6-10 years
Experience: More than a year
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
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