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Nikon 105mm f/2.8G ED-IF AF-S VR Micro-Nikkor Lens
 
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Nikon 105mm f/2.8G ED-IF AF-S VR Micro-Nikkor Lens

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  • Designed for close-up and macro photography; versatile enough for virtually any photographic situation
  • Features new VR II vibration reduction technology, which allows photographers to shoot hand-held shots up to 4 shutter speeds slower
  • Nano-Crystal coat and ED glass elements that enhance overall image quality by further reducing flare and chromatic aberrations
  • Includes internal focus, which provides fast and quiet auto-focusing without changing the length of the lens, retaining the subject's working distance
  • Weighs 27.9 ounces, and measures 3.3 x 4.5 inches (Diameter x Depth)
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  • Product Dimensions: 4 x 6 x 9 inches ; 1.3 pounds
  • Shipping Weight: 3 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
  • ASIN: B000EOSHGQ
  • Item model number: B000EOSHGQ
  • Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (57 customer reviews)
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  • Date first available at Amazon.com: February 21, 2006

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The Nikon 2160 105mm f2.8G ED-IF AF-S VR Micro-Nikkor Lens is the world's first macro lens featuring Nikon's exclusive Silent Wave Motor and Vibration Reduction. Designed for close-up and macro photography, this camera lens is versatile enough for virtually any photographic situation.

This Nikon 105 millimeter lens features Nikon's new VR II vibration reduction technology, which allows photographers to shoot hand-held shots at up to four shutter speeds slower than would otherwise be possible, providing sharper images in general and in close-up photography. This lens also features a high-resolution and high optical performance, with a Nano-Crystal coat and ED glass elements that enhance overall image quality by further reducing flare and chromatic aberrations, and contributing to improved color, contrast and clarity. Constructed with an f2.8 lens, this unit includes an internal focus, which provides fast and quiet auto-focusing without changing the length of the lens, retaining the subject's working distance through the focus range. This lens has a non-rotating front design that is convenient for use with circular polarizing filters and the R1C1 wireless close-up Speedlight system. Specifically engineered for both Nikon digital and 35mm SLR cameras, the Nikon ED-IF AF-S VR Micro-Nikkor lens helps ensure high quality and high performance for all photographers, from amateurs to professionals, and includes front and rear lens caps, an HB-38 bayonet lens hood, and a CL-1020 flexible lens pouch. The 2160 weighs 27.9 ounces and measures 3.3 x 4.5 inches (diameter x depth).

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The 105mm f2.8 ED-IF AF-S VR lens, 62mm snap-on front lens cap (LC-62), rear lens cap (LF-1), bayonet hood (HB-38), and flexible lens pouch (CL-1020).

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The AF-S VR 105 f/2.8G IF-ED brings the benefits of vibration reduction (VR) to the domain of Macro photography. It offers high-resolution, high-optical performance for both digital and 35mm film format SLR cameras. This lens incorporates Nikon's second-generation vibration reduction system (VR II) that allows flexible hand-held shooting by stabilizing the image to the equivalent stability of a shutter speed that is 4 stops faster when compared with a conventional lens (as determined by Nikon performance test). The SWM (Silent Wave Motor) and IF (Internal Focusing) ensure quiet autofocusing with quick and convenient switching between autofocus and manual operation. Optical performance is enhanced by an ED (Extra-low Dispersion) glass element that minimizes chromatic aberration, and Nano Crystal Coat which drastically reduces flare, enabling finely defined, clear images.

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149 of 155 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent lens and great value too., March 28, 2006
By projectmgr (san mateo, ca) - See all my reviews
Ok, I have had this lens a couple of months now.
What at first seemed like a very good lens is now one I consider
exceptional. In fact it is now my favorite for several reasons.
First of all this lens consistently produces beautiful, even toned and complimentory Bokeh to my images. Bokeh is that term used to describe the elements of a photograph that are out of focus.
This lens has an extremely short depth of field and performs best on close subjects after f/5.6.
My observation of the VR function is this.... that Nikon intended that feature to be more useful when this lens is used for portraits. Up close and for sure when using the wider apertures depth of field is so brief that you need to stop down to capture the breadth of a bumble bee or the center of a flower completely in focus.
In either application this is destined to be a favorite Nikkor lens for many of us. For me it is already!
Focus is very fast and quiet. Build quality is solid! Hefty when held alone or nicely balanced on the D200 with MB200 battery dual battery holder.
I like the lens shade a lot and the packaging is as always, first rate. Comes with 5 year extended warranty, velvet pouch and front and rear caps.
If I could only take one lens this would be it without hesitation.
Matches up extremely well with the SB800 flash units.
I predict this will become a legendary portrait lens.
Good luck!

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77 of 80 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Serious Flower Power, May 31, 2006
Pros: Excellent image quality, excellent build, excellent VR implementation
Cons: pricey, shortens focal length when focusing close, max aperture goes down to f/4.8 at closest focusing distance

Impressively, the Nikon 105/2.8 VR shows center and corner sharpness through the entire aperture range. The sweet spot is said to be between f/5.6 to f/11, but inspecting 100% crops did not reveal much loss of sharpness at the larger apertures. This probably has a good deal to do with the ED glass element and Nano Crystal coating showing its worth, but it is also probable that the lens outresolves the 6-megapixel APS-C sensor on the test body (a Nikon D50), so any decrease in sharpness is not as apparent.

Likewise, color and contrast are also consistently well rendered through the range of apertures. The only flaws in this gem are flaring and chromatic aberration, which shows up in high contrast scenes from maximum aperture (f/2.8) and is minimized by f/5.6. This is, however, typical of many large aperture lenses at maximum aperture.

Bokeh is one of the best traits of this lens, pretty much up there with some of the best Nikkor lenses, like the 85/1.4 AF-D. Out of focus areas are smooth, and the 9-bladed diaphragm helps to render out of focus point lights as circles rather than harsh geometric shapes.

My complete review, with sample photos and more detail on VR effect, AF and effective aperture, is on my webpage, check it out!
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47 of 48 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars The reason for switch!, February 19, 2008
By R. Lanthier (Vienna, VA United States) - See all my reviews
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Late last summer, I wondered why Canon and Nikon had such control over the DSLR market. I had been a Konica Minolta 5D user. I went to a camera store and tried the Canon 30D and a bunch of lenses... okay... Nice... Then tried with the D200 with among others the 105VR. I love to shoot macro/close-up and shooting with this lens just blew me away in the store. I knew then that I had to change and began the task of selling off all my gear and making the move to Nikon.

The 105VR is such a a useful lens. VR is not that useful at macro level focusing. But this lens also doubles as a very good short tele, and VR is VERY helpful in those situations!

In this crop of lenses for Nikon mount (Tamron 90, Sigma 105, & Tokina 100) there is two areas where it excels: 1) the 105VR is constant length and when you are this close to things, it makes a difference; 2) AF-S (quiet focusing). The others really do extend quite a bit, you'll be surprised it you are not used to it. Optically it is superb as sharp or sharper than the competition. Solid construction, large snap on shade. This lens is a winner.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Portrait lens!
I got this lens a few weeks ago, and have used it lightly around the house. It takes amazing pictures! Read more
Published 3 days ago by Studio

4.0 out of 5 stars The Nikon 105mm Micro-Nikkor
The lens performs as advertised. When used within the suggested parameters the results are great. Not the silver bullet for every situation, but excellent for what it was... Read more
Published 3 months ago by Alfred J. Mosco

5.0 out of 5 stars More than a macro-lens
This is not only a superb macro lens (though the offerings by Zeiss and Leitz are reputed even sharper, and more expensive) but it makes a very good all round 105 mm lens thanks... Read more
Published 3 months ago by M. Henri De Feraudy

5.0 out of 5 stars Works like a charm
I upgraded from the older Nikon 60mm macro and can see the difference in image quality in the viewfinder. Read more
Published 3 months ago by William C. Cross

4.0 out of 5 stars Wanted to *love* this lens, but...
I'll start this review with the following caveats:

1) I rented this lens for a weekend, and probably put 150-200 shots through it. I don't own it. Read more
Published 5 months ago by Paul J. Adams

5.0 out of 5 stars Wow!
If you want to go macro, this the lens for nikon and nikon mount cameras.

I do most of my shooting hand held and I have no complaints. Read more
Published 7 months ago by English_Wolf

4.0 out of 5 stars Four Stars Overall, But Five for Macro
This lens is unbelievably sharp and bright from edge to edge. Better image quality at any aperture than my Nikkor 80-200 f2.8, 24-70 f2.8, and even the 50mm f1.4. Read more
Published 9 months ago by Charles Enfield

4.0 out of 5 stars Great macro lense, little on the high price side!!!
The clarity of this lense as well as the features are amazing!! I have no complaints other then Nikon raising the prices on all their lenses!
Published 9 months ago by Zephyr A. Mcintyre

5.0 out of 5 stars Nikon lens
Nikon 105mm f/2.8G ED-IF AF-S VR Micro-Nikkor Lens
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Published 9 months ago by Oleg Soudoplatoff

5.0 out of 5 stars A Painter's Lens
This is a beautiful lens. I have used Nikon cameras and lenses for the past 40 years. To find a lens that does portrait and close up is wonderful. Read more
Published 9 months ago by Cynthia A. Haws

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