Nikon Nikkor AF-S DX Micro 85 mm f/3.5G ED VR vs Nikon Nikkor AF-S 85 mm f/1.8G
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| Compare | Image Stabilization | Lightest Fastest Aperture |
|---|---|---|
| Mount | ||
| Sensor Size | APS-C | Full Frame |
| Best For | - | Portrait |
Optical Specifications | ||
| Focal Length | 85 mm | 85 mm |
| Aperture | f/3.5 | f/1.8 |
| Aperture Blades | 9 | 7 |
Features | ||
| Autofocus | Yes | Yes |
| Image Stabilization | Yes | No |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
Close-up Performance | ||
| Min. Focus Distance | 0.29 m | 0.8 m |
| Max. Magnification | - | - |
Physical Specifications | ||
| Weight | 355 g | 350 g |
| Length | 98.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Diameter | 73 mm | 80 mm |
| Filter Thread | 52 mm | 67 mm |
Price & Availability | ||
| Release Year | 2009 | 2012 |
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Comparing Nikon Nikkor AF-S DX Micro 85 mm f/3.5G ED VR (85 mm, f/3.5) and Nikon Nikkor AF-S 85 mm f/1.8G (85 mm, f/1.8).
Nikon Nikkor AF-S 85 mm f/1.8G is the lightest at 350 g, Nikon Nikkor AF-S DX Micro 85 mm f/3.5G ED VR weighs 355 g.
Nikon Nikkor AF-S 85 mm f/1.8G offers the fastest maximum aperture at f/1.8, allowing for better low-light performance and shallower depth of field.
Nikon Nikkor AF-S DX Micro 85 mm f/3.5G ED VR can focus closest at 0.29 m minimum focus distance.
Nikon Nikkor AF-S DX Micro 85 mm f/3.5G ED VR includes image stabilization.
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