Nikon PC 85mm F2.8 D Micro vs Nikon AF-S DX 16-85mm F3.5-5.6 G ED VR
This is a full comparison between the lenses Nikon PC 85mm F2.8 D Micro and Nikon AF-S DX 16-85mm F3.5-5.6 G ED VR.
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Product |
Nikon PC 85mm F2.8 D Micro |
Nikon AF-S DX 16-85mm F3.5-5.6 G ED VR |
| Name | Nikon PC 85mm F2.8 D Micro | Nikon AF-S DX 16-85mm F3.5-5.6 G ED VR |
| Also known as | Nikon Nikkor PC 85mm F2.8 D Micro | Nikon Nikkor AF-S DX 16-85mm F3.5-5.6 G ED VR |
| Manufacturer | Nikon | Nikon |
| SKU | ||
Release Date and Price |
Nikon PC 85mm F2.8 D Micro |
Nikon AF-S DX 16-85mm F3.5-5.6 G ED VR |
| Release Year | 1999 | 2008 |
| Release Date | ||
| MSRP | N/A | 699 USD |
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Lens Type |
Nikon PC 85mm F2.8 D Micro |
Nikon AF-S DX 16-85mm F3.5-5.6 G ED VR |
| Lens Type |
Telephoto Tilt Shift |
Standard / Normal |
| Zoom or Prime | Prime lens (no zoom) | Zoom lens |
Mount and Compatibility |
Nikon PC 85mm F2.8 D Micro |
Nikon AF-S DX 16-85mm F3.5-5.6 G ED VR |
| Mount | Nikon F | Nikon F |
| Designed for APS-C sensor | No (Suitable for all sensors) | Yes |
Focus |
Nikon PC 85mm F2.8 D Micro |
Nikon AF-S DX 16-85mm F3.5-5.6 G ED VR |
| Autofocus (AF) |
Note. See below for further informationNo Manual focus only |
Yes |
| Built-in Autofocus (AF) Motor | N/ANo | Yes |
| Motor Type | N/A | No information |
| Focus Method | No information | No information |
| Closest Focusing Distance | 39 cm | 38 cm |
| Maximum Magnification | ||
Aperture |
Nikon PC 85mm F2.8 D Micro |
Nikon AF-S DX 16-85mm F3.5-5.6 G ED VR |
| Maximum Aperture | F2,8 |
F3,5-5,6
This lens has a variable aperture at different focal lengths. F3,5 at 16 mm F5,6 at 85 mm Variable Aperture |
| Diaphragm Blades | No information | No information |
Optics |
Nikon PC 85mm F2.8 D Micro |
Nikon AF-S DX 16-85mm F3.5-5.6 G ED VR |
| Construction | 6 elements / 5 groups | 17 elements / 11 groups |
| Special Elements/Coatings | No information | No information |
Focal Length |
Nikon PC 85mm F2.8 D Micro |
Nikon AF-S DX 16-85mm F3.5-5.6 G ED VR |
| Focal Length | 85 mm | 16-85 mm |
| Zoom Range | None (Prime lens) No Zoom available. |
69 mm |
| Built-in Teleconverter | No | No |
| Teleconverter Multiplier | N/A | N/A |
| Image Stabilization | No |
Yes
VR II |
| Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | N/A | N/A |
Physical |
Nikon PC 85mm F2.8 D Micro |
Nikon AF-S DX 16-85mm F3.5-5.6 G ED VR |
| Weather Sealing | No | No |
| Diameter | 83 mm | 72 mm |
| Length | 109 mm | 85 mm |
| Weight | 770 gr | 485 gr |
Other |
Nikon PC 85mm F2.8 D Micro |
Nikon AF-S DX 16-85mm F3.5-5.6 G ED VR |
| Filter Type | Filter Thread | Filter Thread |
| Filter Diameter | 77 mm | 67 mm |
| Lens Hood | Included | Included |
| Lens Hood SKU | HB-22 | HB-39 |
| Tripod Collar | N/A | N/A |
| Tripod Collar SKU | N/A | N/A |