Nikon Nikkor AF-S 105 mm f/1.4E ED
Nikon Jul 2016
Nikon Full frame

Nikon Nikkor AF-S 105 mm f/1.4E ED

This is a full-frame prime lens for Nikon F, covering 105 mm and a maximum aperture of f/1.4. Released in 2016, it weighs 985 g. That combination suits portrait and low-light photography.

It is a prime lens designed for full frame cameras. This telephoto prime lens features a f/1.4 maximum aperture, making it ideal for portrait, events, low-light. The optical design incorporates 14 elements / 9 groups, ensuring sharp image quality and minimal distortion. Despite its robust professional construction, the lens delivers exceptional optical performance.

f/1.4
Aperture
105mm
Focal
985 g
Weight
Jul 2016
Released
launch price
$2,199.95
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Good for portraitlow-light
Events
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Specification

Manufacturer data
Focal length
105 mm
Maximum aperture
f/1.4
Minimum aperture
f/16
Number of diaphragm blades
9
Optical construction
14 elements / 9 groups
Minimum focusing distance
1 m (39.37 inches)
Filter size
82 mm
Lens mount
Nikon F
Dimensions
94.5 x 106 mm
Weight
985 g (34.74 oz)
Lens type
Prime lens
Image stabilization
No
Max Format size
Full frame
Aperture ring
No
Usage
Portrait, Events, Low-light

Wide open at 2 m, background blur ≈ 12% of the frame width

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Sample frames

Shot on the Nikon Nikkor AF-S 105 mm f/1.4E ED
Alisha Under The Bridge.
01 Alisha Under The Bridge. by Cycling Saint
Lula At The Phone Box.
02 Lula At The Phone Box. by Cycling Saint
Betty Resting.
03 Betty Resting. by Cycling Saint
Graham and Sharon.
04 Graham and Sharon. by Cycling Saint
Bethany and William.
05 Bethany and William. by Cycling Saint
Emma and Rex.
06 Emma and Rex. by Cycling Saint
Jesse.
07 Jesse. by Cycling Saint
Posing With The Rolls.
08 Posing With The Rolls. by Cycling Saint
Jesse Holding Her Daughter.
09 Jesse Holding Her Daughter. by Cycling Saint
1940's Couple.
10 1940's Couple. by Cycling Saint
Holding On To Her Soldier.
11 Holding On To Her Soldier. by Cycling Saint
Outside The Sweet Shop.
12 Outside The Sweet Shop. by Cycling Saint
Not To Be Messed With.
13 Not To Be Messed With. by Cycling Saint
Sharing The Bench.
14 Sharing The Bench. by Cycling Saint
Fiona.
15 Fiona. by Cycling Saint
Clementine, Winston, Fiona and Rob.
16 Clementine, Winston, Fiona and Rob. by Cycling Saint
Rob and Fiona.
17 Rob and Fiona. by Cycling Saint
1940's Glamour.
18 1940's Glamour. by Cycling Saint
Bonnie.
19 Bonnie. by Cycling Saint
Three Friends.
20 Three Friends. by Cycling Saint
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Video reviews

3 on YouTube
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