Nikon Nikkor 105mm f/2D AF DC Lens

Pros: Excellent image quality even wide open and stunning from f/2.8 to f/4. Many other pros.
Cons: VERY expensive. Expect to pay $600 secondhand, $725 grey market and $900 USA.

First of all I need to start this review out by stating that I find this optic to be nothing short of revolutionary. The whole concept of allowing the user to control spherical abberation and to choose whether they want a softer foreground or background ...

Pros: Very Fast, Sharp and Well-Constructed Lens
Cons: Expensive Compared To Similar Lenses

The 135mm f2 AF-DC Nikkor lens is a perfect example of why Nikon has a reputation for catering to the demanding requirements of professional photographers. While the company does produce many cameras and lenses that are easily accessible by amateurs,...

Pros: compact - sharp
Cons: old design

AS usual, the picture has nothing to do with the named product. Nikon never made a manual focus 105mm f/2, but they did, and still do make a 105 mm f 2.5 starting around 1960. That is the lens I am reviewing.

This lens is still available on...