The fast AF NIKKOR 180mm f/2.8D IF-ED has proven itself a stellar performer in low-light situations where capturing distant action is crucial. It's fast f/2.8 maximum aperture delivers beautiful background blur and versatile low-light capability. A favorite among astronomical photographers, photojournalists and portrait photographers, it's also fantastic in sports arenas and concert halls.
Capture elusive moments
Fast f/2.8 medium telephoto reach A favorite of astronomical photographers, the AF NIKKOR 180mm f/2.8D IF-ED is also well-suited for close portraits, short-range sports, theater photography and more. So whether you're interested in capturing the beauty of nature's most elusive phenomenons or the exciting fast-pace of a sporting event, bring the action closer in exquisite detail and clarity.
Built for exacting images
Extra-low Dispersion (ED) glass Remarkably compact and easy to handle for such a fast medium telephoto, the AF NIKKOR 180mm f/2.8D IF-ED incorporates Nikon's renowned Extra-low Dispersion (ED) glass to compensate for chromatic aberration and deliver crisp, high-contrast clear images, even at the maximum aperture of f/2.8. Expect brilliant images every time.
ED (Extra-Low Dispersion) Glass - An optical glass developed by Nikon that is used with normal optical glass in telephoto lenses to obtain optimum correction of chromatic aberrations.
A-M - A-M stands for Auto-Manual Mode. Thanks to a mechanism incorporated in the lens barrel, smooth focusing operation in Manual focus mode is realized in the same way as users have become accustomed to with conventional manual-focus lenses by adding an appropriate torque to the focus ring.
IF Lens - A NIKKOR lens in which only the internal lens group shifts during focusing. These lenses will be designated with the abbreviation IF on the lens barrel.
Nikon Telephoto Nikkor 180mm f/2.8D AF ED-IF Autofocus Lens
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Image Circle | 35mm |
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Type | Telephoto Prime |
Focal Length | 180mm |
APS Equivalent | 270mm |
Max Aperture | f/2.8 |
Min Aperture | f/22 |
Diaphragm Blades | 9 |
Lens Construction | 8 elements in 6 groups, including 1 ED element |
Diagonal Angle of View(Based on image circle) | 14 degrees |
Focus Details | Internal |
Front Element Rotation | No |
Zoom System | n/a |
Closest Focus | 1.5m / 5 ft. |
Magnification Ratio | 0.15x / 1:6.6 |
Filter Size | 72mm |
• 72mm Snap-On Lens Cap
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• Rear Lens Cap
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