Nikon AF 105mm f/2 D DC
General information
This is a prime lens manufactured by Nikon and the model was launched 1993.
The lens belongs to the category
telephoto prime lenses, a telephoto lens where you do not have the possibility to zoom in and out.
It's been a long time since the lens and this model first was launched. Before you buy an older (and perhaps used and pre owned) lens a recommendation is to check with the manufacturer and their service centers whether there still are spare parts available. Hopefully spare parts wont be an issue but imagine accidently damaging the lens and finding out afterwards that no spare parts exists. We therefore recommend that you, to be sure, check this prior to purchasing.
If you buy a new lens, in a store, you always have your warranty to fall back on, regardless of the age of the lens but if you are interested in buying a pre owned and used lens without warranty this may be even more important to look up because you might otherwise be left without both warranty and spare parts.
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Compatibility, autofocus and focal length
This lens is constructed to fit all models of Nikon cameras, regardless of camera model or type of sensor.
The possibility to use autofocus (AF) is available for Nikon cameras but only if the camera itself has a built-in autofocus (AF) motor. Some cheaper and budget camera models from Nikon lacks a built-in autofocus motor, and we at Lensora appreciate autofocus, so in the list of compatible cameras we have chosen to display only the cameras that you can get autofocus with.
The lens has a focal length of 105 mm. Depending on which camera the lens is used, the experienced and perceived focal length will be different. Please visit the list of compatible cameras below, it will provide the equivalent focal length you get on each camera.
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- See a full camera compatibility chart for Nikon AF 105mm f/2 D DC
- Read more about focal length and your field of view
- Read more on the cameras impact on the perceived focal length
- Read more about the autofocus motor and the importance of this part
Lens brightness and image stabilizer
The lens brightness and aperture value is f/2.
This aperture value indicates that the lens is extremely bright. This will make it so much easier shooting in darker environments where you do not want or can use flash lighting, for example in churches or at different sports venues.
The lens lacks image stabilization, which otherwise os good for avoiding the blur that can occur when using slow shutter speeds. Since the lens is bright, with good aperture value, the lack of image stabilization might not be that big of a deal, although a image stabilizer is always an advantage to have.
Filter and Lens Hood
The lens has a traditional filter thread on the front and its measuring 72 mm which also the filter you will use must have. If you use for example an UV filter can be a cheap insurance against scratches and dust.
Extendable.
Pictures (product and sample images)
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Besides looking at product images it is also of interest to see pictures taken with this specific lens. This can give you a hint of what kind of images this lens can achieve, what the focal length will be like etc.
Things to consider before buying
Below you will find some summarized points and facts that can be considered as the 'pros and cons' of this lens. These are based entirely on the facts and values that are accessible through the lens specification, so we highly recommend that you also read the reported reviews available (see tab 'Reviews'); this in order to get a more complete view of the lens and its capabilities. Reviewer opinions reflect the lens, its use and its optical performance in a more accurate way, but any way - here a few different points to consider before buying this lens.
- The lens brightness, f/2
- Works on all sensor types
- A lens hood is included (pull version/extendable)
- No built-in autofocus motor
- The lens model is more than 15 years old
- The lens is not sealed against moisture and dust
Specification
Product Name: | Nikon AF 105mm f/2 D DC (See dictionary) |
Release date: | 1993 |
Manufacturer: | Nikon |
Type of lens: | Telephoto Lens |
Construction: | Prime lens (no possibility to zoom) |
Works with cameras from: | Nikon (see compatible cameras) |
1:1 at Macro: | No Macro lens |
Compatibility: | Works on all sensors (see compatible cameras) |
Autofocus (AF): | Yes (NOTE, see below) |
Built-in autofocus (AF) motor: |
No
Nikon; for autofocus the camera has to have a built-in autofocus (AF) motor See a list of compatible cameras |
Maximum aperture: | f/2 |
Focal Length |
105 mm
Depending on which camera this lens is used the focal length can seem different. This is because different camera sensors can have a slight crop factor and the focal length will be equivalent to:
Read more on the cameras impact on the perceived focal length |
Lens Construction: | 7 elements / 6 groups |
Image Stabilizer: | No |
Closest Focusing Distance: | 90 cm |
Filter: | Filter Thread, 72 mm |
Lens Hood: | Yes, Extendable |
Tripod mount: | No (Read more) |
Weather sealing: | No |
Dimensions (diameter x length): | 79 x 111 mm |
Weight: | 640 g (see the total weight, camera+lens) |
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Does this lens work with my camera?
Below you will find all registered cameras here on Lensora. Whether the actual camera works with this lens or not is displayed with a green or a red symbol, and if you want to know more about why the lens and the camera work or do not work together you click for further information..
Product name | Release date | Type | Sensor | Focal Length ? | Total weight | ||
Canon EOS 1000D | 2008 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | ||||
Canon EOS 100D | 2013 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | ||||
Canon EOS 10D | 2003 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | ||||
Canon EOS 1100D | 2011 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | ||||
Canon EOS 1200D | 2014 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | ||||
Canon EOS 1300D | 2016 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | ||||
Canon EOS 1D | 2001 | DSLR | APS-H (1.3x) | ||||
Canon EOS 1D Mark II | 2004 | DSLR | APS-H (1.3x) | ||||
Canon EOS 1D Mark III | 2007 | DSLR | APS-H (1.3x) | ||||
Canon EOS 1D Mark IIn | 2005 | DSLR | APS-H (1.3x) | ||||
Canon EOS 1D Mark IV | 2009 | DSLR | APS-H (1.3x) | ||||
Canon EOS 1D X | 2011 | DSLR | Full frame | ||||
Canon EOS 1D X Mark II | 2016 | DSLR | Full frame | ||||
Canon EOS 1D X Mark III | 2020 | DSLR | Full frame | ||||
Canon EOS 1Ds | 2002 | DSLR | Full frame | ||||
Canon EOS 1Ds Mark II | 2004 | DSLR | Full frame | ||||
Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III | 2007 | DSLR | Full frame | ||||
Canon EOS 2000D | 2018 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | ||||
Canon EOS 200D | 2017 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | ||||
Canon EOS 20D | 2004 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | ||||
Canon EOS 20D Astrophotography | 2005 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | ||||
Canon EOS 20Da | 2005 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | ||||
Canon EOS 250D | 2019 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | ||||
Canon EOS 300D | 2003 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | ||||
Canon EOS 30D | 2006 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | ||||
Canon EOS 350D | 2005 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | ||||
Canon EOS 4000D | 2018 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | ||||
Canon EOS 400D | 2006 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | ||||
Canon EOS 40D | 2007 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | ||||
Canon EOS 450D | 2008 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | ||||
Canon EOS 500D | 2009 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | ||||
Canon EOS 50D | 2008 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | ||||
Canon EOS 550D | 2010 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | ||||
Canon EOS 5D | 2005 | DSLR | Full frame | ||||
Canon EOS 5D Mark II | 2008 | DSLR | Full frame | ||||
Canon EOS 5D Mark III | 2012 | DSLR | Full frame | ||||
Canon EOS 5D Mark IV | 2016 | DSLR | Full frame | ||||
Canon EOS 5DS | 2015 | DSLR | Full frame | ||||
Canon EOS 5DS R | 2015 | DSLR | Full frame | ||||
Canon EOS 600D | 2011 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | ||||
Canon EOS 60D | 2010 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | ||||
Canon EOS 60D Astrophotography | 2012 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | ||||
Canon EOS 60Da | 2012 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | ||||
Canon EOS 650D | 2012 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | ||||
Canon EOS 6D | 2012 | DSLR | Full frame | ||||
Canon EOS 6D Mark II | 2017 | DSLR | Full frame | ||||
Canon EOS 700D | 2013 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | ||||
Canon EOS 70D | 2013 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | ||||
Canon EOS 750D | 2015 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | ||||
Canon EOS 760D | 2015 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | ||||
Canon EOS 77D | 2017 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | ||||
Canon EOS 7D | 2009 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | ||||
Canon EOS 7D Mark II | 2014 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | ||||
Canon EOS 8000D | 2015 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | ||||
Canon EOS 800D | 2017 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | ||||
Canon EOS 80D | 2016 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | ||||
Canon EOS 850D | 2020 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | ||||
Canon EOS 9000D | 2017 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | ||||
Canon EOS 90D | 2019 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | ||||
Canon EOS D30 | 2000 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | ||||
Canon EOS D60 | 2002 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | ||||
Canon EOS Kiss Digital | 2003 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | ||||
Canon EOS Kiss Digital N | 2005 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | ||||
Canon EOS Kiss Digital X | 2006 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | ||||
Canon EOS Kiss Digital X3 | 2009 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | ||||
Canon EOS Kiss M | 2018 | Mirrorless | APS-C (1.6x) | ||||
Canon EOS Kiss M2 | 2020 | Mirrorless | APS-C (1.6x) | ||||
Canon EOS Kiss X10 | 2019 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | ||||
Canon EOS Kiss X10i | 2020 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | ||||
Canon EOS Kiss X2 | 2008 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | ||||
Canon EOS Kiss X4 Digital | 2010 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | ||||
Canon EOS Kiss X6i | 2012 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | ||||
Canon EOS Kiss X70 | 2014 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | ||||
Canon EOS Kiss X8i | 2015 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | ||||
Canon EOS Kiss X9 | 2017 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | ||||
Canon EOS Kiss X9i | 2017 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | ||||
Canon EOS M | 2012 | Mirrorless | APS-C (1.6x) | ||||
Canon EOS M10 | 2015 | Mirrorless | APS-C (1.6x) | ||||
Canon EOS M100 | 2017 | Mirrorless | APS-C (1.6x) | ||||
Canon EOS M200 | 2019 | Mirrorless | APS-C (1.6x) | ||||
Canon EOS M3 | 2015 | Mirrorless | APS-C (1.6x) | ||||
Canon EOS M5 | 2016 | Mirrorless | APS-C (1.6x) | ||||
Canon EOS M50 | 2018 | Mirrorless | APS-C (1.6x) | ||||
Canon EOS M50 Mark II | 2020 | Mirrorless | APS-C (1.6x) | ||||
Canon EOS M6 | 2017 | Mirrorless | APS-C (1.6x) | ||||
Canon EOS M6 Mark II | 2019 | Mirrorless | APS-C (1.6x) | ||||
Canon EOS R | 2018 | Mirrorless | Full frame | ||||
Canon EOS R3 | 2021 | Mirrorless | Full frame | ||||
Canon EOS R5 | 2020 | Mirrorless | Full frame | ||||
Canon EOS R6 | 2020 | Mirrorless | Full frame | ||||
Canon EOS Ra | 2018 | Mirrorless | Full frame | ||||
Canon EOS Rebel | 2003 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | ||||
Canon EOS Rebel SL1 | 2013 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | ||||
Canon EOS Rebel SL2 | 2017 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | ||||
Canon EOS Rebel SL3 | 2019 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | ||||
Canon EOS Rebel T1i | 2009 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | ||||
Canon EOS Rebel T2i | 2010 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | ||||
Canon EOS Rebel T3 | 2011 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | ||||
Canon EOS Rebel T3i | 2011 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | ||||
Canon EOS Rebel T4i | 2012 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | ||||
Canon EOS Rebel T5 | 2014 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | ||||
Canon EOS Rebel T5i | 2013 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | ||||
Canon EOS Rebel T6 | 2016 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | ||||
Canon EOS Rebel T6i | 2015 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | ||||
Canon EOS Rebel T6s | 2015 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | ||||
Canon EOS Rebel T7 | 2018 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | ||||
Canon EOS Rebel T7i | 2017 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | ||||
Canon EOS Rebel T8i | 2020 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | ||||
Canon EOS Rebel XS | 2008 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | ||||
Canon EOS Rebel XSi | 2008 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | ||||
Canon EOS Rebel XT | 2005 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | ||||
Canon EOS Rebel XTi | 2006 | DSLR | APS-C (1.6x) | ||||
Canon EOS RP | 2019 | Mirrorless | Full frame | ||||
Nikon D1 | 1999 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | 158 mm | 1840 gr | ||
Nikon D100 | 2002 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | 158 mm | 1420 gr | ||
Nikon D1H | 2001 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | 158 mm | 1840 gr | ||
Nikon D1X | 2001 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | 158 mm | 1840 gr | ||
Nikon D200 | 2005 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | 158 mm | 1560 gr | ||
Nikon D2H | 2003 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | 158 mm | 1840 gr | ||
Nikon D2Hs | 2006 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | 158 mm | 1840 gr | ||
Nikon D2X | 2004 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | 158 mm | 1840 gr | ||
Nikon D2Xs | 2006 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | 158 mm | 1840 gr | ||
Nikon D3 | 2007 | DSLR | Full frame | 105 mm | 1940 gr | ||
Nikon D300 | 2006 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | 158 mm | 1565 gr | ||
Nikon D3000 | 2009 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | ||||
Nikon D300s | 2009 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | 158 mm | 1578 gr | ||
Nikon D3100 | 2010 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | ||||
Nikon D3200 | 2012 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | ||||
Nikon D3300 | 2014 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | ||||
Nikon D3400 | 2016 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | ||||
Nikon D3500 | 2018 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | ||||
Nikon D3s | 2009 | DSLR | Full frame | 105 mm | 1880 gr | ||
Nikon D3x | 2008 | DSLR | Full frame | 105 mm | 1900 gr | ||
Nikon D4 | 2012 | DSLR | Full frame | 105 mm | 1980 gr | ||
Nikon D40 | 2006 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | ||||
Nikon D40x | 2007 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | ||||
Nikon D4s | 2014 | DSLR | Full frame | 105 mm | 1990 gr | ||
Nikon D5 | 2016 | DSLR | Full frame | 105 mm | 2055 gr | ||
Nikon D50 | 2005 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | 158 mm | 1260 gr | ||
Nikon D500 | 2016 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | 158 mm | 1500 gr | ||
Nikon D5000 | 2009 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | ||||
Nikon D5100 | 2011 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | ||||
Nikon D5200 | 2012 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | ||||
Nikon D5300 | 2013 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | ||||
Nikon D5500 | 2015 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | ||||
Nikon D5600 | 2016 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | ||||
Nikon D6 | 2020 | DSLR | Full frame | 105 mm | 1910 gr | ||
Nikon D60 | 2008 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | ||||
Nikon D600 | 2012 | DSLR | Full frame | 105 mm | 1400 gr | ||
Nikon D610 | 2013 | DSLR | Full frame | 105 mm | 1490 gr | ||
Nikon D70 | 2004 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | 158 mm | 1319 gr | ||
Nikon D700 | 2008 | DSLR | Full frame | 105 mm | 1714 gr | ||
Nikon D7000 | 2010 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | 158 mm | 1420 gr | ||
Nikon D70s | 2005 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | 158 mm | 1319 gr | ||
Nikon D7100 | 2013 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | 158 mm | 1315 gr | ||
Nikon D7200 | 2015 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | 158 mm | 1315 gr | ||
Nikon D750 | 2014 | DSLR | Full frame | 105 mm | 1390 gr | ||
Nikon D7500 | 2017 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | 158 mm | 1280 gr | ||
Nikon D780 | 2020 | DSLR | Full frame | 105 mm | 1480 gr | ||
Nikon D80 | 2006 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | 158 mm | 1308 gr | ||
Nikon D800 | 2012 | DSLR | Full frame | 105 mm | 1540 gr | ||
Nikon D800e | 2012 | DSLR | Full frame | 105 mm | 1540 gr | ||
Nikon D810 | 2014 | DSLR | Full frame | 105 mm | 1620 gr | ||
Nikon D810A | 2015 | DSLR | Full frame | 105 mm | 1520 gr | ||
Nikon D850 | 2017 | DSLR | Full frame | 105 mm | 1645 gr | ||
Nikon D90 | 2008 | DSLR | DX (1.5x) | 158 mm | 1343 gr | ||
Nikon Df | 2013 | DSLR | Full frame | 105 mm | 1400 gr | ||
Nikon Z fc | 2021 | Mirrorless | DX (1.5x) | 158 mm | 1085 gr | ||
Nikon Z5 | 2020 | Mirrorless | Full frame | 105 mm | 1315 gr | ||
Nikon Z50 | 2019 | Mirrorless | DX (1.5x) | 158 mm | 1090 gr | ||
Nikon Z6 | 2018 | Mirrorless | Full frame | 105 mm | 1315 gr | ||
Nikon Z6 II | 2020 | Mirrorless | Full frame | 105 mm | 1345 gr | ||
Nikon Z7 | 2018 | Mirrorless | Full frame | 105 mm | 1315 gr | ||
Nikon Z7 II | 2020 | Mirrorless | Full frame | 105 mm | 1345 gr | ||
Nikon Z9 | 2021 | Mirrorless | Full frame | 105 mm | 1980 gr |
Pictures (product and sample images)
In order to see larger product images of the lens, click the link below.
Besides looking at product images it is also of interest to see pictures taken with this specific lens. This can give you a hint of what kind of images this lens can achieve, what the focal length will be like etc.
Alternatives to Nikon AF 105mm f/2 D DC for Nikon photographers
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