Nikon Nikkor AI-S 55mm f/2.8 Micro
The Nikon 55mm f/2.8 Micro 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 Nikkor AI-S 55mm f/2.8 Micro
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Lens Overview — Nikon 55mm f/2.8 Micro
Key Features — Nikon 55mm f/2.8 Micro
55mm f/2.8 Prime: A standard focal length with a maximum aperture of f/2.8, making this lens versatile for both macro and general-purpose shooting.
1:2 Macro Reproduction: Achieves half life-size (1:2) magnification natively, allowing detailed close-up photography of small subjects.
Nikon F Mount: Compatible with the full range of Nikon F-mount bodies, from vintage film SLRs to modern DSLRs.
Full Frame Coverage: Designed to cover a full-frame image circle, ensuring no vignetting on Nikon's full-frame and film bodies.
AI-S Manual Focus: Smooth, linear focus ring with Nikon's AI-S indexing allows accurate exposure metering on compatible bodies.
Lightweight Build: At just 290g, the lens is easy to carry and handle during extended shooting sessions.
Lens Specifications — Nikon 55mm f/2.8 Micro
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Macro, Product, Creative Effects |
| 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 Focus |
| Image Stabilization | None |
| Filter Thread | 52mm |
Description — Nikon 55mm f/2.8 Micro
The Nikon Nikkor AI-S 55mm f/2.8 Micro is a prime lens with a 55mm focal length, built for the Nikon F mount and designed to cover full frame sensors. It features a maximum aperture of f/2.8, placing it in a useful range for a variety of lighting conditions. The lens is manual focus only, with no autofocus capability, which suits shooters who prefer direct control over their focus point — especially valuable in precise, close-up shooting scenarios.
Weighing just 290g, this lens is easy to carry and handle across extended shooting sessions. The 52mm filter thread provides straightforward compatibility with a wide selection of common photographic filters. With no image stabilization, users should be mindful of camera shake, particularly at slower shutter speeds.
As a standard focal length prime on a Nikon F mount, this lens integrates seamlessly into Nikon's broad ecosystem of compatible camera bodies.
Pros — Nikon 55mm f/2.8 Micro
- ✓Full frame coverage on the Nikon F mount makes it compatible with a wide range of Nikon bodies
- ✓Maximum aperture of f/2.8 provides a reasonably bright shooting experience
- ✓Lightweight at just 290g, keeping the kit easy to handle
Cons — Nikon 55mm f/2.8 Micro
- ✗No autofocus — manual focus only, which may slow down shooting in fast-moving situations
- ✗No image stabilization, requiring steady hands or support for sharp results
- ✗Fixed 55mm focal length offers no zoom flexibility