Nikon Nikkor AI-S 28mm f/2 Lens
The Nikon 28mm f/2 is a 28mm f/2 lens designed for Nikon F mount cameras. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
Nikon Nikkor AI-S 28mm f/2 Lens
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Lens Overview — Nikon 28mm f/2
Key Features — Nikon 28mm f/2
28mm f/2 Prime: A fast maximum aperture for a wide-angle prime, giving meaningful exposure control and subject separation in lower light.
AI-S Aperture Indexing: Full metering compatibility with a wide range of Nikon F-mount bodies that support the AI-S coupling system.
Manual Focus Only: Smooth manual focus ring designed for deliberate, tactile control over the focus point.
Full-Frame Coverage: Projects an image circle covering the full 35mm frame with no crop factor on Nikon full-frame bodies.
Nikon F Mount: Compatible with a broad range of Nikon F-mount film and digital SLR bodies spanning several decades.
Compact 260g Build: Compact and easy to carry for extended shoots without adding significant weight to the kit.
Lens Specifications — Nikon 28mm f/2
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Landscape, Street, Travel, Architecture |
| Lens Type | Prime |
| Format | Full Frame |
| Zoom/Prime | Prime |
| Focal Length | 28mm |
| Maximum Aperture | f/2 |
| Camera System | DSLR |
| Lens Mount | Nikon F |
| Autofocus | No |
| Focus Type | Manual |
| Image Stabilization | None |
| Filter Thread | 52mm |
Description — Nikon 28mm f/2
The Nikon Nikkor AI-S 28mm f/2 is a prime lens designed for the Nikon F-mount, offering full-frame coverage in a compact and lightweight package. With a focal length of 28mm placing it firmly in the wide-angle range, this lens is well suited to a variety of shooting scenarios where a broader perspective is desirable. The f/2 maximum aperture provides meaningful exposure flexibility and subject separation capability.
Weighing just 250g, it is an easy lens to carry through long shooting sessions without fatigue. A 52mm filter thread allows use with standard filter accessories. Focus is manual only, which suits photographers who appreciate deliberate, hands-on control.
There is no image stabilization, so technique and shutter speed awareness remain important when shooting handheld. This is a straightforward, capable wide-angle prime for Nikon F-mount shooters who value manual operation and a lightweight build.
Pros — Nikon 28mm f/2
- ✓Fast f/2 maximum aperture for a wide-angle prime, supporting lower-light shooting
- ✓Lightweight 250g body makes it easy to carry for all-day use
- ✓Full-frame coverage means no crop factor concerns on Nikon F-mount full-frame bodies
Cons — Nikon 28mm f/2
- ✗Manual focus only — no autofocus, which may not suit fast-action or event photographers
- ✗No image stabilization, requiring careful technique when shooting handheld
- ✗As a legacy AI-S lens, some modern camera bodies may have limited electronic communication or metering support
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