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Nikon AF-S Nikkor 28mm f/1.8G

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Nikon AF-S Nikkor 28mm f/1.8G

Focal length
28 mm
Aperture
f/1.8
Weight
330 g
Filter diameter
67 mm
Min. focus distance
25 cm
Length
80.5 mm

At a Glance

This 28 mm wide-angle prime for Nikon F-mount full frame weighs 330 g. Its f/1.8 aperture shortens shutter times in low light, and it includes aspherical elements. The minimum focus distance is 25 cm. It suits landscapes, reportage and night sky photography.

Good for

  • Landscape
  • Reportage
  • Night sky

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Technical Specifications

Min. focal length
28 mm
Max. focal length
28 mm
Max. aperture (min. zoom)
f/1.8
Max. aperture (max. zoom)
f/1.8
Min. aperture
f/16
Elements
11
Groups
9
Weight
330 g (0.73 lb)
Filter diameter
67 mm
Min. focus distance
25 cm (9.84 in)
Max. magnification
1:4.5 (0.22×)
Length
80.5 mm (3.17 in)
Diameter
73 mm (2.87 in)
Released
May 2012

Manufacturer data: imaging.nikon.com

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

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Compare with other lenses

Which cameras does the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 28mm f/1.8G fit?

The Nikon AF-S Nikkor 28mm f/1.8G is a full-frame lens for Nikon F-Mount cameras. On full-frame bodies it uses the whole sensor; on APS-C Nikon F-Mount cameras its field of view equals 42 mm in full-frame terms.

Nikon F-Mount cameras

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

Nikon AF-S Nikkor 28mm f/1.8G compared

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

LensNikon AF-S Nikkor 28mm f/1.8GSigma 28mm F1.8 EX DG Aspherical MacroNikon AF-S Nikkor 28mm F1.4E EDSigma 28mm F1.4 DG HSM Art
Focal length28 mm28 mm28 mm28 mm
Max. aperturef/1.8f/1.8f/1.4f/1.4
Weight330 g500 g645 g865 g
Filter diameter67 mm77 mm77 mm77 mm
Min. focus distance25 cm20 cm28 cm28 cm
Length80.5 mm82.5 mm100.5 mm108 mm
Autofocusyesyesyesyes
Image stabilizationnononono
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Nikon AF-S Nikkor 28mm f/1.8G: FAQ

Does the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 28mm f/1.8G have autofocus?

Yes, the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 28mm f/1.8G has autofocus.

Does the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 28mm f/1.8G have image stabilization?

No, the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 28mm f/1.8G 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 Nikkor 28mm f/1.8G weigh?

The Nikon AF-S Nikkor 28mm f/1.8G weighs 330 g. It is 80.5 mm long with a diameter of 73 mm.

What filter size does the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 28mm f/1.8G use?

The Nikon AF-S Nikkor 28mm f/1.8G takes 67 mm screw-in filters.

How close can the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 28mm f/1.8G focus?

The minimum focus distance of the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 28mm f/1.8G is 25 cm, measured from the sensor plane.

Is the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 28mm f/1.8G a full-frame lens?

Yes, the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 28mm f/1.8G covers full frame. On APS-C cameras its field of view equals 42 mm in full-frame terms.

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