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AF-S NIKKOR 85mm f/1.4G

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is this lens compatible D5000?

Is the AF-S NIKKOR 85mm f/1.4G compatible with the D5000?

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is this lens compatible D7000?

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To clarify: all AF-S Nikkor lenses are compatible with the D5000 with autofocus and auto exposure.

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Yes.

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Is this lens compatible with a TC-14E? I'm looking for something 100-150mm f2 for an indoor sports event in really poor light.

Will be shooting with a D300.

asked 11 months ago

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Hey, the 85/1.4 AF-S is a really nice lens, and it has its uses, but pairing it with a TC is not one of the ones that comes to mind. But I know where you're coming from, wanting a fast, long prime for indoor sports and such. Consider instead the 105 or 135/2 DC lenses for your purpose. I've shot a number of cheerleading competitions using the 105/2 DC, and it works very well for the purpose.

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answered 11 months ago

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According to the Teleconverter compatability chart that can be found on Nikon's Teleconverter page this lens is not compatable. However, both the 100DC and 135DC lenses are f/2 lenses within the range you are looking. Both have incredible optics and might serve you well. The 135 DC f/2 sells for $1395, so it would be significantly cheaper than the 85 f/1.4 with a TC. In fact you could buy both the 135 DC f/2 and the 85mm f/1.8 for less than the 85mm f/1.4G & a TC-14E.

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answered 11 months ago

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answer 3

No.

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answered 11 months ago

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Is this lens (85mm f/1.4G) available from the main online retailer? i.e. B&H and Adorama.

I have been checking for about 6 months but it hasn't been available

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No, B&H, Adorama, and any other major retailers don't carry this lens. I had to search the ends of the earth to find this thing. I recommend calling every camera small store in the U.S till find one (smaller cities like st.louis, milwakee, etc.).

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answered 1 year, 10 months ago

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answer 2

Thanks for your interest in the Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 85mm f/1.4G. We have shipped many thousands of these lenses to our customers. Interest for this lens has been very high. If you have an urgent need I'd strongly suggest ordering one now from an authorized dealer so that you will be on their list as they receive shipments from us.

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Will this lense meter and autofocus with a D40?

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Yes. It is an AF-S lens, so it has an autofocus motor built right in.

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answered 1 year, 11 months ago

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Yes, this lens is compatible with the D40.

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Is this lense compatible with D90?

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Yes.

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yeah that will work well..

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I just bought this 85 f1.4g used. I have a couple weeks to return it. Why doesn't it have VR? Will there be a version in the future that does?

This is important since I had to pay nearly retails to even get one used. If they come out with a VR version that has all the same performance, then I would expect mine to lose a lot of its value. That is if VR can be done and still put out a lens of this quality. Did Nikon find that it could not be done or was it more of a paper work thing?

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VR is mainly used for action shots while this lens is used mainly for portraits and steady subjects, but if you love the Bokah that this lens gives then try using a tripod when shooting

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Nikon's shorter primes do not have VR and I don't think they will come out with a new 85mm 1.4 with it. The new 85mm 1.8 they just recently released doesn't have it . At the shorter focal length you don't need VR unless you on something that is moving.

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Is this lense compatible with D3000?

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Yes.

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Auto focus

Purchased this lens, on the Nikon d90 will not auto focus. Are my setting wrong?

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Please verify that the lens is set to A/M or the camera to AF and not M.

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I had a D2X. On that camera, if I remember correctly, any give lens "acted" like a lens 1.5 X the actual length. Therefore,

If I am correct, when I wanted a 90 mm lens for portrait photography, I used a 60. I've been waiting for the D4X but when I saw the D3200, I bought it thinking it could hold me over until the D4X release.

I am about to buy the AF-S NIKKOR 85mm f/1.4G which will on the D3200 function as an 85 mm (ideal for portrait) but when I finally get to buy the D4X, will then that lens function as an 85 mm X 1.5 and not ideal for portraits.

I am under the impression that the DX series box makes the lens 1.5 X as long but that the D3200 does not. I don't want a 85 mm at $1700 that will become 1.5 X longer when place on the coming D4X.

I may be just confused and if so, I apologize.

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You have it reversed, the 85mm on the d3200 will have a focal length of approx 127mm this is because the d3200 is a DX camera, the D4( or x when produced) are full frame FX lenses.

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Compatibility?

Is this lens is compatible with entry level D-SLR like D5100?

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Yes it is.

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How does the 85mm 1.4g compare to the new 85mm 1.8g

I am considering purchasing the 85mm 1.8g and a wide angle 28mm 1.8 for less than I would pay for the 85mm 1.4g lens. I am a semi pro portrait shooter and I would really like some insight to decide weither the image quality of this lens will really make a difference in results over the 85 1.8g. I shoot with a D700. Thanks for any responses.

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asked 6 months ago

Randal

6 months ago

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I think it is worth the difference just in build quality, rent one and you'll buy one or rent both and compare.

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WIll this lense work on the D800?

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Yes

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Nano Coating Worth it?

I have noticed that lenses with Nano Coating are $1000 more. Is it really worth the extra cash? Is the image really better. I am planning to use the lens for portraits.

Thanks!!!

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asked 3 months, 1 week ago

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The nano coating is usually applied to Nikon's pro level lenses. It is not just the nano coating but the overall build quality. The lens worth every penny it cost.(alot of pennies)

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85mm 1.4 or 50mm 1.4

I am doing weddings and I was wondering if the 85mm 1.4 is too narrow. In that case I guess I would go for the 50mm 1.4. I would take photos of plate settings and just other decorations.

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both lens are great, but for most weddingsi would much rather have the 85 1.4. this lens is second to none on potraits. quality is perfect. the 50 is great. but for my money the 85 is number one. go to a pro camera shop and try them both.

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answered 3 months ago

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3 months ago

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Is this lens compatible with the D5100?

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Yes, the lens has a built in focus motor.

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is this lens compatible D5000?

Is this lens compatible with a TC-14E? I'm looking for something 100-150mm f2 for an indoor sports event in really poor light.

Is this lens (85mm f/1.4G) available from the main online retailer? i.e. B&H and Adorama.

Will this lense meter and autofocus with a D40?

Is this lense compatible with D90?

I just bought this 85 f1.4g used. I have a couple weeks to return it. Why doesn't it have VR? Will there be a version in the future that does?

Is this lense compatible with D3000?

Auto focus

I had a D2X. On that camera, if I remember correctly, any give lens "acted" like a lens 1.5 X the actual length. Therefore,

Compatibility?

How does the 85mm 1.4g compare to the new 85mm 1.8g

WIll this lense work on the D800?

Nano Coating Worth it?

85mm 1.4 or 50mm 1.4

Is this lens compatible with the D5100?

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AF-S NIKKOR 85mm f/1.4G