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Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 85mm f/1.4G

Nikon's classic fast portrait lens for FX DSLRs: smooth bokeh, Nano Crystal coating and sealing, 595g.

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£1699 new
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Core
Released
2010
Focal Length
85mm
Aperture
f/1.4
Compatible Mount
Nikon F-mount
Filter Size
77mm
Dimensions
86.5mm diameter × 84mm length
Weight
595g
Weather Sealed
Yes
Optics & Focus
AF Motor
Silent Wave Motor (SWM)
Optical IS
None (relies on body IS if available)
Aperture Blades
9
Magnification
0.12x
Min. Focus Distance
0.85m

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GearScore™ — Suitability by Genre

Base score — computed from verified specs for an enthusiast shooting photo and video. Camera Match adjusts it for your skill level and priorities.

Portrait
8.3
Street
5.4
Travel
5.1
Wedding & Events
7.0
Filmmaking
5.0
Documentary
5.5
Landscape
5.9
Casual
4.5
Food
5.5
Architecture
5.5
Underwater
5.6
✅ Great For
🧑
Portrait 8.3 Strong on focal length, maximum aperture and optical quality.
⚠️ Not Ideal For
📷
Casual 4.5 Held back by focal length and optical stabilisation.
📝 How suitability scores are calculated GearScore™ genre scores are calculated from this camera's verified specifications — autofocus, sensor, weight, weather sealing and more — weighted by what matters for each type of photography. Where a spec sheet misses something (e.g. a manual-focus rangefinder for street), we apply a documented editorial adjustment. Scores are not based on customer reviews. See our full methodology →
Price History — AF-S NIKKOR 85mm f/1.4G