Nikon Nikkor AF 180 mm f/2.8D IF-ED
Nikon Dec 1994
Nikon Full frame

Nikon Nikkor AF 180 mm f/2.8D IF-ED

This is a full-frame prime lens for Nikon F, covering 180 mm and a maximum aperture of f/2.8. Released in 1994, it weighs 760 g. That combination suits portrait, events and sports photography.

It is a prime lens designed for full frame cameras. This telephoto prime lens features a f/2.8 maximum aperture, making it ideal for portrait, events, sports. The optical design incorporates 8 elements in 6 groups, ensuring sharp image quality and minimal distortion. Despite its robust professional construction, the lens delivers exceptional optical performance.

f/2.8
Aperture
180mm
Focal
760 g
Weight
Dec 1994
Released
Nikon site

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Good for portraiteventssports
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Specification

Manufacturer data
Focal length
180 mm
Maximum aperture
f/2.8
Minimum aperture
f/22
Number of diaphragm blades
9
Optical construction
8 elements in 6 groups
Minimum focusing distance
1.5 m (59.06 inches)
Filter size
72 mm
Lens mount
Nikon F
Dimensions
78.5 x 144 mm
Weight
760 g (26.81 oz)
Lens type
Prime lens
Max Format size
Full frame
Usage
Portrait, Events, Sports

Wide open at 2 m, background blur ≈ 18% of the frame width

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Sample frames

Shot on the Nikon Nikkor AF 180 mm f/2.8D IF-ED
_PDN7889_Green Anole
01 _PDN7889_Green Anole by Paul_1961
_SJA0111
02 _SJA0111 by _stoyanatanasov_
_SJA0108
03 _SJA0108 by _stoyanatanasov_
Stanford Rugby Tournament
04 Stanford Rugby Tournament by armyblackhawkpilot
NFX_6936
05 NFX_6936 by terencekw
lady with cart
06 lady with cart by Mike Tabor
Dirty
07 Dirty by rl_rail
NFX_6912
08 NFX_6912 by terencekw
.
09 . by kendavis510
NFX_0959
10 NFX_0959 by terencekw
NFX_7537
11 NFX_7537 by terencekw
03DSC_4874
12 03DSC_4874 by CAB Barnes
_SJA0008_01
13 _SJA0008_01 by _stoyanatanasov_
NFX_0989ab
14 NFX_0989ab by terencekw
Overgrown
15 Overgrown by nigelkell
Milan Fashion Week
16 Milan Fashion Week by briangeorgemel
Milan Fashion Week
17 Milan Fashion Week by briangeorgemel
Allotment sunflowers
18 Allotment sunflowers by nigelkell
Textured
19 Textured by nigelkell
NFX_6981
20 NFX_6981 by terencekw
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Video reviews

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