Medium telephoto portrait lens with Nikon Defocus Image Control.

The medium telephoto version of Nikon's innovative Defocus Image Control lenses, the AF DC-NIKKOR 135mm f/2D delivers remarkably sharp images, a fast f/2 maximum aperture for low-light performance and shallow depth of field plus the ability to selectively soften elements in the background or foreground. Discover new compositional possibilities with this versatile, high-performance prime lens.

Key Features

Creative compositionsExclusive Defocus Image Control featureUsing the same unique Defocus Image Control (DC) feature employed in the AF DC-NIKKOR 105mm f/2D, the AF DC-NIKKOR 135mm f/2D offers more telephoto reach. Selectively blur elements in either the foreground or background for more creative control—make your subject stand out from the background, softly defocus foreground elements and more.
Stunning portraits and moref/2 medium-telephoto performance With a medium-telephoto 135mm angle-of-view and a fast f/2 maximum aperture, the AF DC-NIKKOR 135mm f/2D is an ideal portrait lens. Its fast maximum aperture delivers beautiful natural background blur (bokeh) and enables dramatic low-light shooting. And since it’s a NIKKOR, you can expect consistently stunning images in nearly any setting.

Technology

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    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.

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    Rear Focusing System

    A system in which only the rear lens group moves during focusing, thus eliminating changes in the physical length of the lens during focusing and enabling faster focusing. Such lenses are designated with RF on the lens barrel.

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Tech Specs

  • Focal Length

    135mm
  • Maximum Aperture

    Maximum Aperture

    f/ 2
  • Format

    FX/35mm
  • Approx. Dimensions (Diameter x Length)

    Approx. Dimensions (Diameter x Length)

    3.1 in. (79 mm) x 4.7 in. (120 mm)
  • Approx. Weight

    Approx. Weight

    28.7 oz. (815 g)
  • Mount Type
    Nikon F-Bayonet
  • Focal Length
    135mm
  • Maximum Aperture
    f/ 2
  • Minimum Aperture
    f/ 16
  • Format
    FX/35mm
  • Maximum Angle of View (DX-format)
    12°
  • Maximum Angle of View (FX-format)
    18°
  • Maximum Reproduction Ratio
    0.48xx
  • Lens Constructions Elements
    7
  • Lens Construction Groups
    6
  • Compatible Format(s)
    FX, DX, FX in DX Crop Mode, 35mm Film
  • Diaphragm Blades
    9
  • Distance Information
    Yes
  • Super Integrated Coating
    Yes
  • Autofocus
    Yes
  • Minimum Focus Distance
    4.0 ft.(1.1m)
  • Focus Mode
    Auto, Manual
  • Rear Focusing
    Yes
  • De-Focus Control
    Yes
  • Filter Size
    72mm
  • Accepts Filter Type
    Screw-on
  • Approx. Dimensions (Diameter x Length)
    3.1 in. (79 mm) x 4.7 in. (120 mm)
  • Approx. Weight
    28.7 oz. (815 g)
  • Lens Type
    Prime

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