NIKON AF DC-NIKKOR 135MM F2D LENS
Web Code: 010NIK078 • Mfr Code: 1935
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NIKON AF DC-NIKKOR 135MM F2D LENS is rated
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Product Highlights
- Defocus Control
- Rear Focusing
- Angle Of View: 18 Degrees
Overview
- Defocus Control
- Rear Focusing
- Angle Of View: 18 Degrees
- Filter Size: 72mm
- F-Stop Range: 2-16
- Minimum Focus Distance: 4'
- Magnification: 1:7.1
- Groups/Elements: 7/6
- Length: 5"
- Max. Diameter: 3.1"
- Weight: 28.4 Oz.
Specs
Lens Performance
| Lens Type: | Digital SLR Lenses |
|---|---|
| Focal Length: | 135mm |
| Maximum Aperture: | f/2.0 |
| Aperture (Max. & Min.): | Max: f/2.0, Min: f/16 |
| Camera Mount Type: | Nikon F |
| Camera Format: | Full-Frame |
| Angle of View: | 18 degrees |
| Minimum Focus Distance: | 1.22m |
| Maximum Close-Up Magnification: | N/A |
| Groups/Elements: | 6 Groups/7 Elements |
| Diaphragm Blades: | 9 |
Lens Features
| Image Stabilization: | No |
|---|---|
| Autofocus: | Yes |
| Tripod Collar: | No |
Physical
| Filter Thread: | 72mm |
|---|---|
| Dimensions (DxL): | 3.1x4.7" |
| Weight: | 815g |
Additional Information
| Warranty: | 5 year manufacturer warranty |
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Reviews
Rated 5 out of
5
by
hazbob from
Nice Glass
Took this out for a good test run today to see how this great lens would work on some street shooting I was impressed.
The bucket drummer was back lit on a street corner with sun light reflecting off every shiny surface it could tough light to say the least Nikon got it right here!
She is heavy and be careful easy to miss your focus point its sharp so missing a bit will show up.
Date published: 2017-08-27
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Anonymous from
Compact and Elegant
I have had the 135DC lens for a few years now and while I must be careful when I use it (easy to miss focus—when I am using the 85 1/4 for example, I never worry, but I do have to be careful with the 135.) Here are a few recent shots from a show I attend every year. I used the D5 and the 135DC lens this year, handheld. I processed in Lightroom, added punch, face sharpening and a vignette to a few of these.
Date published: 2017-02-10
Rated 5 out of
5
by
askhokhar from
A dream come true
I have had my eyes fixed on this lens for a number of years. Off and on, I borrowed it from friends and created beautiful images. Finally, I bought my own about a month. It is like a dream come true.
Honestly, my foremost reason to buy this lens was the unique DeFocus control. However, as it turned out, this lens is perfect even when the DeFocus ring is left alone.
The lens creates creamy bokeh.
Date published: 2016-11-23
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Scripps23 from
My Favorite Portrait Lens
The defocus control function of this lens creates the most appealing bokeh of any lens I know. To my knowledge, no other lens, aside from the Nikon 105mm f/2 DC lens, offers this function. Attached is an example shot at 1/250, f/2, ISO 450, Manual Exposure Mode, Matrix Metering, and Auto White Balance.
Date published: 2016-08-29
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Timothy from
My favorite lens
I don't normally write reviews but this lens deserves five stars! So here we go. I have owned it for three years. Other primes have come and gone from my collection (105 2.8 VR, 85 1.8 D, and 85 1.8 G). This one will stay. If you have the working distance this lens will produce for you. I shoot theater and in low light, wide open I get consistently great results. Auto focus is fast and sure on a D700. The bokeh is really creamy. Outside I leave a ND on it and shoot wide open. No need to bother with the defocus control. Lens is built like a tank.
Date published: 2014-11-07
Rated 5 out of
5
by
oc1doc from
Best portrait lens!
I own a number of Nikkor lenses that I sometimes use for portraiture ( 70-200 f/2.8 VR, 85 f/1.8 ) but when I really want to flatter the subject with a beautifully blurred background this is the lens I choose. On a full frame D800e or even my old D300 it just blows everything else away for portraits. The fast aperture is great for available light shots from the audience in a theater too. Solid as a rock but not that large or heavy compared with many of the VR zooms people carry around today. My favorite lens.
Date published: 2014-08-01
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Irak P. from
The absolute best portrait lens. Period. ANY Nikon user would enjoy this beauty regardless the style (and budget).
The Pros:
Sharp (and I do mean SHARP) at all apertures up to f8 (little corner loss of sharpness at f2.0, NORMAL!) , at f11 diffraction kicks and forget f16. once you get used to and learn from yourself what the results of the Defocus Control (DC) are gonna be you start to get the most amazing background blurs you never dreamed about. Not heavy for a true PRO lens, solid and sturdy construction, well balanced on D700 and pro bodies, manual / Auto focus ring is well placed and very good quality and the DC ring too, no accidental movements at all. Manual focus is really a pleasure if you need it, because AF is quite fast on D700 and instantaneous on D4, little noisy though but perfect overall.
Beautiful bokeh even at 5.6, yes 5.6!!! I guess the roundness of the blades really do their job. at f2 the bokeh is a dream. If you put the 2 rear setting of the DC ring it is as good as it gets. also another sweet spot i find in my copy is at f4 DC set to 4 rear, with fairly distant natural background you wouldn't believe how well were spent your hard earned bucks.
If you shoot at f2.0 or 2.8 and you set the DC to 4 or 5.6 rear you get an ethereal gorgeous dreamy halation, if you do this with front you get a nice soft focus feeling.
As you can read I'm in love with this lens. If you want a sharp subject to pop out the most beautiful bokeh, then this is your lens!
The drawbacks:
Noticeable chromatic aberrations (CA) at f2.0 only if backlit objects are next to really dark elements in the background, the purple outline is moderate but not ugly at all, just present. besides that it is normal for a big glass with that wide aperture. By 2.8 no CA I can notice in real life shoots, maybe a black backlit tree shooting towards a overcast sky for example might still render a little fringing at 2.8, but... who does that shoot anyway!? And repeat, it is not ugly.
The integrated hood is sort of short and made of thin metal, so if you hit something with the front of the lens you bend it for sure, mine is all curvy flowery shaped now, but then again.. if the built in hood weren't open the front element could be damaged, so... THANKS Hood!!! If you shoot and that is all that matters for your photography then you'll find no problem withe this hood, if you are meticulous about your gear being in As new mint++ condition well...
I find this focal length perfect on full frame, but maybe you could find it a little long on DX, I dont know really.
Learning curve might be demanding, so dont expect buy friday the lens and be his master by sunday, you have to shoot to be aware of what you can get from this lens and how to get it.
Besides that, this lens is a must for any nikon user. There is no doubt of it.
Date published: 2013-01-25
Rated 5 out of
5
by
styler from
super sharp protraits
I studied reviews carefully before buying this lens, and i took the plunge. I have other lenses that cover the same range of 135mm, but I like to throw the background out of focus so that I enhance the visuals of the subject, be it the entire face, or just the eyes.
This lens when utilizing the fast speed does that very well. I think to use the DC feature to its best takes a lot of practice and patience, and you can use it to shift the focus.
The build quality of the lens is super with the metal components and the black krinkle finish. A smooth and flawless lens, that returns great results.
Date published: 2011-04-27
