Nikon AF 180 mm f2.8D IF ED Telephoto Lens
Popular medium telephoto prime lens with ED glass
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.
Technology
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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.
Technical specifications
Mount Type
Nikon F-Bayonet
Focal Length
180mm
Maximum Aperture
f/ 2.8
Minimum Aperture
f/ 22
Format
FX/35mm
Maximum Angle of View (DX-format)
9°
Maximum Angle of View (FX-format)
13°40'
Maximum Reproduction Ratio
0.15x
Lens Elements
8
Lens Groups
6
Compatible Format(s)
FX
DX
FX in DX Crop Mode
35mm Film
Diaphragm Blades
9
Distance Information
Yes
ED Glass Elements
1
Super Integrated Coating
Yes
Autofocus
Yes
Internal Focusing
Yes
Minimum Focus Distance
5.0 ft. ( 1.5m)
Focus Mode
Auto
Manual
Filter Size
72mm
Accepts Filter Type
Screw-on
Approx. Dimensions (Diameter x Length)
3.1 in. (78.5 mm) x 5.7 in. (144 mm)
Approx. Weight
26.8 oz. (760 g)