Tag Archives: Nikkor Z 85mm f/1.8 lens

Nikon Nikkor Z 85mm f/1.8 S lens tested at DxOMark

By [NR] admin | Published: May 5, 2021

DxOMark posted their review of the Nikon Nikkor Z 85mm f/1.8 S lens – here is their conclusion:

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Ricci compares the new Viltrox 85mm f/1.8 Z autofocus lens to the Nikkor 85mm f/1.8 S

By [NR] admin | Published: April 6, 2021

Ricci published a new video where he compares the Viltrox 85mm f/1.8 Z ($399) to the Nikkor 85mm f/1.8 S ($796.95) in terms of picture quality, autofocus, and build quality: Viltrox 85mm f/1.8 Z AF full-frame lens reviews (+ exclusive 10% off coupon) You can get 10% off the Viltrox 85mm f/1.8 Z lens only […]

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New firmware updates for the Nikkor Z 20mm f/1.8 S and Nikkor Z 85mm f/1.8 S mirrorless lenses

By [NR] admin | Published: April 6, 2021

Nikon just released new firmware updates for the NIKKOR Z 20mm f/1.8 S and NIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.8 S mirrorless lenses with a single fix: Fixed an issue with Z-series cameras that caused the shooting display to brighten momentarily and “F–” to appear in the aperture displays while autofocus was in progress. Here are the download links: NIKKOR […]

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The latest Nikkor Z lens patents from Nikon

By [NR] admin | Published: March 8, 2021

I have been behind on my Nikon patents reporting – my last patent-related blog post is from 2019! Unacceptable! I have over 50 different patents I want to cover on the blog. I will try to catch in the next few weeks. Here is the first batch of 12 Nikkor Z lens patents: NIKKOR Z […]

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Nikkor 85mm f/1.8 G vs. Nikkor 85mm f/1.8 S lenses compared (on the Nikon Z7)

By [NR] admin | Published: December 28, 2019

Dariusz Breś compared the $427 Nikkor 85mm f/1.8 G lens for F-mount vs. the $797 Nikkor 85mm f/1.8 S lens for Z-mount. Both lenses were tested on the Nikon Z7 camera (the G lens was attached with the FTZ adapter):

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Now in stock: the new Nikon Nikkor Z 85mm f/1.8 S lens

By [NR] admin | Published: October 23, 2019

The recently released Nikon Nikkor Z 85mm f/1.8 S lens is now in stock for the first time at B&H. Additional coverage of the lens can be found here:

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Nikon Nikkor Z 85mm f/1.8 S lens additional coverage (sample photos and hands-on reviews)

By [NR] admin | Published: September 9, 2019

Nikon Nikkor Z 85mm f/1.8 S mirrorless lens additional coverage (sample photos, hands-on reviews and more):

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The new Nikon Nikkor Z 85mm f/1.8 S lens is now shipping

By [NR] admin | Published: September 5, 2019

The new Nikon Nikkor Z 85mm f/1.8 S lens is now shipping – NPS members already got their shipping notifications. Check lens pricing and availability at: US: Adorama | B&H | Amazon UK: WEX | Park Camera | Amazon UK  Germany: Calumet | Amazon DE Canada: Amazon CA | Camera Canada Previous coverage of the new Nikkor Z 85mm f/1.8 S lens can be found here.

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The new Nikon Nikkor Z 85mm f/1.8 S lens now €100 off on Amazon.de

By [NR] admin | Published: August 22, 2019

The new Nikon Nikkor Z 85mm f/1.8 S lens is expected to start shipping on September 5th and Amazon Germany is currently listing the lens for €800  – that is €100 cheaper from the regular price of €899, Nikkor Z 85mm f/1.8 S lens pre-orders: Adorama | B&H | Amazon | WEX | Park Camera | Amazon UK | Calumet DE | Amazon CA.

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First hands-on review of the new Nikon Nikkor Z 85mm f/1.8 S mirrorless lens

By [NR] admin | Published: August 8, 2019

Nikonland (Google translation) published their first hands-on review of the new Nikon Nikkor Z 85mm f/1.8 S lens (warning: NSFW sample photo present in the review):

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