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Nikon AF-S DX Micro Nikkor 40mm F2.8

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Nikon AF-S DX Micro Nikkor 40mm F2.8

Focal length
40 mm
Aperture
f/2.8
Weight
235 g
Filter diameter
52 mm
Min. focus distance
16.3 cm
Length
64.5 mm
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At a Glance

This macro prime for APS-C Nikon F-mount offers 1:1 magnification and corresponds to 60 mm on full frame. It focuses as close as 16.3 cm and opens to f/2.8. Besides macro and product shots, the standard focal length also suits everyday and street photography.

Good for

  • Macro
  • Product
  • Everyday
  • Street

Worth knowing

  • APS-C image circle: on full-frame cameras only usable in crop mode, at reduced resolution.

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Technical Specifications

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Min. focal length
40 mm
Max. focal length
40 mm
Max. aperture (min. zoom)
f/2.8
Max. aperture (max. zoom)
f/2.8
Min. aperture
f/22
Elements
9
Groups
7
Weight
235 g (0.52 lb)
Filter diameter
52 mm
Min. focus distance
16.3 cm (6.42 in)
Max. magnification
1:1 (1×)
Length
64.5 mm (2.54 in)
Diameter
68.5 mm (2.7 in)
Released
August 2011

Manufacturer data: nikonusa.com, imaging.nikon.com, nikon.com

Last checked: October 13, 2026 (against the manufacturer data) · How we check

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Which cameras does the Nikon AF-S DX Micro Nikkor 40mm F2.8 fit?

The Nikon AF-S DX Micro Nikkor 40mm F2.8 is designed for APS-C sensors. On APS-C Nikon F-Mount cameras its field of view equals 60 mm in full-frame terms. Full-frame bodies use it in APS-C (crop) mode, recording only part of the sensor and fewer megapixels.

Nikon F-Mount cameras

Full frame (in APS-C mode):
Nikon D6,Nikon D780,Nikon D850,Nikon D5,Nikon D810A,Nikon D4S,Nikon D810,Nikon D750,Nikon Df,Nikon D610,Nikon D4,Nikon D800,Nikon D800E,Nikon D600,Nikon D3S,Nikon D3X,Nikon D700
APS-C:
Nikon D3500,Nikon D7500,Nikon D500,Nikon D3400,Nikon D5600,Nikon D5500,Nikon D7200,Nikon D3300,Nikon D7100,Nikon D5300,Nikon D3200,Nikon D5200,Nikon D5100,Nikon D7000,Nikon D3100,Nikon D300S,Nikon D5000,Nikon D3000,Nikon D90,Nikon D60

With the Nikon FTZ II / FTZ the lens can also be used on Nikon Z (DX/FX) cameras.

Nikon AF-S DX Micro Nikkor 40mm F2.8 compared

Key specs side by side with the most similar Nikon F-Mount lenses.

LensNikon AF-S DX Micro Nikkor 40mm F2.8Tokina AT-X Pro 35mm f/2.8 Macro DXNikon AF-S DX Nikkor 35mm F1.8GSigma 40mm F1.4 DG HSM Art
Focal length40 mm35 mm35 mm40 mm
Max. aperturef/2.8f/2.8f/1.8f/1.4
Weight235 g340 g200 g1,200 g
Filter diameter52 mm52 mm52 mm82 mm
Min. focus distance16.3 cm14 cm30 cm40 cm
Length64.5 mm60 mm52.5 mm131 mm
Autofocusyesyesyesyes
Image stabilizationnononono
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Nikon AF-S DX Micro Nikkor 40mm F2.8: FAQ

Does the Nikon AF-S DX Micro Nikkor 40mm F2.8 have autofocus?

Yes, the Nikon AF-S DX Micro Nikkor 40mm F2.8 has autofocus.

Does the Nikon AF-S DX Micro Nikkor 40mm F2.8 have image stabilization?

No, the Nikon AF-S DX Micro Nikkor 40mm F2.8 has no stabilization of its own. On cameras with in-body image stabilization (IBIS) the image is still stabilized.

How much does the Nikon AF-S DX Micro Nikkor 40mm F2.8 weigh?

The Nikon AF-S DX Micro Nikkor 40mm F2.8 weighs 235 g. It is 64.5 mm long with a diameter of 68.5 mm.

What filter size does the Nikon AF-S DX Micro Nikkor 40mm F2.8 use?

The Nikon AF-S DX Micro Nikkor 40mm F2.8 takes 52 mm screw-in filters.

How close can the Nikon AF-S DX Micro Nikkor 40mm F2.8 focus?

The minimum focus distance of the Nikon AF-S DX Micro Nikkor 40mm F2.8 is 16.3 cm, measured from the sensor plane.

Is the Nikon AF-S DX Micro Nikkor 40mm F2.8 a full-frame lens?

No, the Nikon AF-S DX Micro Nikkor 40mm F2.8 is an APS-C lens. On APS-C cameras its field of view equals 60 mm in full-frame terms.

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