Nikon Nikkor 105mm f/4 Micro Lens
The Nikon 105mm f/4 Micro is a 105mm f/4 lens designed for Nikon F mount cameras. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
Nikon Nikkor 105mm f/4 Micro Lens
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Lens Overview — Nikon 105mm f/4 Micro
Key Features — Nikon 105mm f/4 Micro
105mm Fixed Focal Length: A dedicated telephoto prime optimized for macro work, providing a consistent perspective without the compromises of a zoom design.
Macro/Close-Up Design: Built specifically for close-up photography, allowing detailed capture of small subjects in product, scientific, and studio contexts.
Extended Working Distance: The 105mm focal length keeps the lens further from the subject than shorter macro lenses, reducing the risk of disturbing subjects or blocking light.
Nikon F Mount: Compatible with the full range of Nikon F-mount SLR film bodies and digital full-frame and APS-C DSLRs.
Full-Frame Coverage: Projects an image circle covering the 35mm full-frame format, usable on both film and digital Nikon bodies without vignetting.
Manual Focus Only: Fully manual focusing puts precise control in the photographer's hands, which is well-suited to the critical focus demands of macro work.
Lens Specifications — Nikon 105mm f/4 Micro
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Macro, Studio |
| Lens Type | Macro |
| Format | Full Frame |
| Zoom/Prime | Prime |
| Focal Length | 105mm |
| Maximum Aperture | f/4 |
| Camera System | SLR |
| Lens Mount | Nikon F |
| Autofocus | No |
| Focus Type | Manual |
| Image Stabilization | None |
| Filter Thread | 52mm |
Description — Nikon 105mm f/4 Micro
The Nikon Nikkor 105mm f/4 Micro is a manual focus prime lens mounted on the Nikon F mount, purpose-built for macro and close-up photography. Its fixed 105mm focal length places it in the telephoto range, offering a comfortable working distance that is well-suited to detailed subject work. With a maximum aperture of f/4 and a full-frame image circle, this lens is compatible with the full range of Nikon F-mount SLR and DSLR cameras.
At 435g, it strikes a balance between solid construction and practical portability on a tripod or copy stand. The 52mm filter thread accommodates a broad selection of readily available accessories. There is no image stabilization, which is standard for this category of precision macro lens — tripod-mounted shooting remains the preferred approach for critical close-up work.
Focusing is entirely manual, giving the photographer direct, tactile control over focus placement — an asset when working at close distances where depth of field is inherently shallow.
Pros — Nikon 105mm f/4 Micro
- ✓105mm telephoto focal length provides useful working distance for macro and close-up subjects
- ✓Full-frame coverage (Nikon F mount) ensures compatibility with a wide range of SLR and DSLR bodies
- ✓Manageable weight of 435g makes it practical for tripod-based studio and field use
Cons — Nikon 105mm f/4 Micro
- ✗Manual focus only — no autofocus support, requiring careful technique for critical sharpness
- ✗Maximum aperture of f/4 is relatively modest, limiting light-gathering in low-light close-up scenarios
- ✗No image stabilization, making handheld use at macro distances more challenging
Videos — Nikon 105mm f/4 Micro
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