Nikon 55mm f/2.8 Micro-NIKKOR Lens
The Nikon 55mm f/2.8 is a 55mm f/2.8 lens designed for Nikon F mount cameras. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
Nikon 55mm f/2.8 Micro-NIKKOR Lens
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Lens Overview — Nikon 55mm f/2.8
Key Features — Nikon 55mm f/2.8
1:2 Macro Capability: Achieves half life-size reproduction at minimum focus distance, making it well-suited for detailed close-up photography of small subjects.
55mm Prime Focal Length: A standard perspective that works naturally across portraiture, tabletop, and general-purpose photography beyond macro use.
f/2.8 Maximum Aperture: Provides meaningful background separation and added flexibility when shooting in lower light conditions.
Manual Focus Design: All-manual focus operation allows precise, deliberate control well-suited to close-up and macro work where accuracy is critical.
Nikon F Mount: Compatible with a wide range of Nikon DSLR bodies, from vintage film cameras to modern full-frame and APS-C DSLRs.
Full-Frame Coverage: Projects an image circle large enough for full-frame Nikon F mount bodies with no vignetting.
Lens Specifications — Nikon 55mm f/2.8
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Macro, Studio |
| Lens Type | Macro |
| Format | Full Frame |
| Zoom/Prime | Prime |
| Focal Length | 55mm |
| Maximum Aperture | f/2.8 |
| Camera System | DSLR |
| Lens Mount | Nikon F |
| Autofocus | No |
| Focus Type | Manual |
| Image Stabilization | None |
| Filter Thread | 52mm |
Description — Nikon 55mm f/2.8
The Nikon 55mm f/2.8 Micro-NIKKOR is a manual focus prime lens built for the Nikon F mount, designed to cover a full frame image circle. As a macro type lens with a 55mm focal length, it sits in the standard focal length range and is well suited to close-up and detail-oriented photography. The maximum aperture of f/2.8 gives photographers meaningful control over exposure and depth of field.
At just 290g, it is a lightweight companion for DSLR shooters who want a dedicated macro prime without adding significant weight to their kit. The 52mm filter thread is a compact, widely available size that keeps filter costs manageable. Image stabilization is rated as None, so shooters will want to be mindful of technique or use support when working at close distances.
Focus is manual only, which is well suited to the deliberate, precise nature of close-up photography where exact focus placement is critical.
Pros — Nikon 55mm f/2.8
- ✓Lightweight at 290g, making it easy to handle during extended shooting sessions
- ✓Full frame coverage on the Nikon F mount ensures compatibility with a wide range of Nikon DSLR bodies
- ✓Maximum aperture of f/2.8 provides meaningful depth of field control
Cons — Nikon 55mm f/2.8
- ✗Manual focus only — no autofocus support, which may slow down shooting in fast-moving situations
- ✗No image stabilization, which can be a challenge when shooting handheld at close distances
- ✗Limited to Nikon F mount, so not directly usable on other camera systems without an adapter
Reviews — Nikon 55mm f/2.8
- Nikon 55mm f/2.8 AIS Micro-Nikkor Review
Imaging Resource · 2015-06-18 - Nikon Micro-NIKKOR 55mm f/2.8 Ai-S
Photography Life · 2014-08-22 - Testing the Nikon 55mm 2.8 AIS vs the 60mm 2.8D AF
Jules Vuotto's Photo Focus - $130 Nikon AF 55mm Lens f2.8 Sharpest Portrait Micro Nikkor Z9 Z8 D3 D7000 Macro Photo Class 284
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Videos — Nikon 55mm f/2.8
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