Nikon Nikkor AI 28mm f/2.8 Lens
The Nikon 28mm f/2.8 is a 28mm f/2.8 lens designed for Nikon F mount cameras. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
Nikon Nikkor AI 28mm f/2.8 Lens
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Lens Overview — Nikon 28mm f/2.8
Key Features — Nikon 28mm f/2.8
28mm Wide Angle Prime: Fixed 28mm focal length provides a natural wide angle perspective well-suited to street, landscape, and environmental portrait photography.
f/2.8 Maximum Aperture: Allows for usable low-light performance and a degree of background separation uncommon in wider prime lenses.
Nikon AI Manual Focus: Fully manual focus design with a smooth focus ring built for deliberate, tactile control — no autofocus motor is present.
Nikon F Mount: Compatible with the full range of Nikon F mount bodies, including modern full frame DSLRs and older film SLRs.
Full Frame Coverage: Image circle covers full frame sensors with no vignetting, delivering the intended 28mm field of view on compatible bodies.
Lightweight Build: Compact construction makes it easy to carry for extended periods without adding noticeable bulk to the camera.
Lens Specifications — Nikon 28mm f/2.8
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Landscape, Street, Travel, Architecture |
| Lens Type | Prime |
| Format | Full Frame |
| Zoom/Prime | Prime |
| Focal Length | 28mm |
| 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 28mm f/2.8
The Nikon Nikkor AI 28mm f/2.8 is a prime lens built for the Nikon F mount, offering full frame coverage across a wide angle 28mm focal length. With a maximum aperture of f/2.8, it provides a useful level of light intake for a wide angle prime. Focus is entirely manual, with no autofocus system — a characteristic that appeals to photographers who prefer direct control.
The lens accepts 52mm threaded filters, keeping accessory options straightforward and affordable. At just 250g, it is a lightweight companion that adds minimal burden to any camera kit. Image stabilization is not present, so steady technique or a stable support system is recommended for handheld shooting in challenging light.
Designed specifically for Nikon F mount DSLR systems, this lens delivers a fixed, distraction-free wide angle perspective suited to those who want a simple, capable tool for their photography.
Pros — Nikon 28mm f/2.8
- ✓Lightweight at just 250g, making it easy to carry for extended shoots
- ✓Wide angle 28mm focal length with a maximum aperture of f/2.8 for versatile low-light performance
- ✓Full frame coverage, suitable for use on Nikon F mount full frame bodies
Cons — Nikon 28mm f/2.8
- ✗No autofocus — manual focus only, which may not suit all shooting situations
- ✗No image stabilization, which can be limiting in low-light handheld scenarios
- ✗Single focal length with no zoom capability limits compositional flexibility in the field
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