Nikon Nikkor AF 80mm f/2.8
The Nikon 80mm f/2.8 is a 80mm f/2.8 lens designed for Nikon F mount cameras. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
Nikon Nikkor AF 80mm f/2.8
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Lens Overview — Nikon 80mm f/2.8
Key Features — Nikon 80mm f/2.8
80mm Prime Focal Length: Fixed 80mm perspective sits in the standard-to-short-telephoto range, well-suited for portraiture, street, and general-purpose shooting.
f/2.8 Maximum Aperture: Allows meaningful light gathering in lower-light conditions and provides background separation with visible subject isolation.
Nikon F Mount: Compatible with the full range of Nikon F-mount DSLR bodies, including both full-frame and APS-C crop-sensor cameras.
Full-Frame Coverage: Image circle covers full-frame sensors with no vignetting, delivering the full 80mm field of view on FX-format bodies.
Auto and Manual Focus: Supports switching between autofocus and manual focus, giving shooters flexibility across different shooting situations.
52mm Filter Thread: A common filter diameter that makes it straightforward to find compatible polarizers, ND filters, and other accessories.
Lens Specifications — Nikon 80mm f/2.8
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Portrait, Macro, Studio |
| Lens Type | Prime |
| Format | Full Frame |
| Zoom/Prime | Prime |
| Focal Length | 80mm |
| Maximum Aperture | f/2.8 |
| Camera System | DSLR |
| Lens Mount | Nikon F |
| Autofocus | Yes |
| Focus Type | Auto, Manual |
| Image Stabilization | None |
| Filter Thread | 52mm |
Description — Nikon 80mm f/2.8
The Nikon Nikkor AF 80mm f/2.8 is a prime lens designed for full-frame Nikon F-mount DSLR cameras. With a fixed 80mm focal length and a maximum aperture of f/2.8, the lens offers a reliable standard-range perspective alongside a wide-enough aperture to work in a range of lighting situations. Focusing is handled via both autofocus and manual focus modes, giving the operator control over which method suits the shoot.
The 52mm filter thread is a widely available size, simplifying the process of adding ND filters, polarizers, or other accessories. Weighing in at 500g, the lens is a solid, tangible build that feels substantial in hand. It is worth noting that this lens carries no image stabilization, so steady technique or appropriate shutter speeds are important for sharp results.
For Nikon F-mount DSLR shooters in need of a dedicated prime at the 80mm focal length with autofocus capability, this lens covers the core requirements clearly.
Pros — Nikon 80mm f/2.8
- ✓Maximum aperture of f/2.8 offers solid light-gathering performance for a prime lens
- ✓Supports both autofocus and manual focus (specifications.focusType)
- ✓Full-frame coverage on Nikon F-mount DSLRs (specifications.lensFormat, specifications.mount.lens)
Cons — Nikon 80mm f/2.8
- ✗No image stabilization, requiring steady technique especially in lower light (specifications.imageStabilization: None)
- ✗At 500g, it is on the heavier side for a single prime lens in this focal length range (specifications.weight)
- ✗Limited to Nikon F-mount compatibility only, with no listed adapters or cross-system support (specifications.mount.lens)