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Nikon Nikkor Z 85mm F1.2 S

Nikon Z (DX/FX) Autofocus

Nikon Nikkor Z 85mm F1.2 S

Focal length
85 mm
Aperture
f/1.2
Weight
1160 g
Filter diameter
82 mm
Min. focus distance
85 cm
Length
141.5 mm
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At a Glance

The very wide f/1.2 aperture defines this 85 mm short telephoto prime for Nikon Z full frame. It gathers a lot of light and gives an extremely shallow depth of field. At 1.2 kg it is heavy. It compensates for focus breathing and is dust and drip resistant. It suits portraits and events.

Good for

  • Portraits
  • Events

Worth knowing

  • At 1.2 kg it is heavy: a monopod or tripod helps for longer sessions.

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Technical Specifications

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Min. focal length
85 mm
Max. focal length
85 mm
Max. aperture (min. zoom)
f/1.2
Max. aperture (max. zoom)
f/1.2
Min. aperture
f/16
Elements
15
Groups
10
Weight
1,160 g (2.56 lb)
Filter diameter
82 mm
Min. focus distance
85 cm (33.46 in)
Max. magnification
1:9.1 (0.11×)
Length
141.5 mm (5.57 in)
Diameter
102.5 mm (4.04 in)
Released
March 2023

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

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

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Which cameras does the Nikon Nikkor Z 85mm F1.2 S fit?

The Nikon Nikkor Z 85mm F1.2 S is a full-frame lens for Nikon Z cameras. On full-frame bodies it uses the whole sensor; on APS-C Nikon Z cameras its field of view equals 128 mm in full-frame terms.

Nikon Z cameras

Full frame:
Nikon Z5IIC,Nikon ZR,Nikon Z5II,Nikon Z6III,Nikon Z8,Nikon Zf,Nikon Z9,Nikon Z5,Nikon Z6II,Nikon Z7II,Nikon Z6,Nikon Z7
APS-C:
Nikon Z50II,Nikon Z30,Nikon Z fc,Nikon Z50

Nikon Nikkor Z 85mm F1.2 S compared

Key specs side by side with the most similar Nikon Z lenses.

LensNikon Nikkor Z 85mm F1.2 SSongRaw AF 85mm F1.2 MSSirui Aurora 85mm F1.4Viltrox AF 85mm F1.4 Pro
Focal length85 mm85 mm85 mm85 mm
Max. aperturef/1.2f/1.2f/1.4f/1.4
Weight1,160 g1,120 g540 g835 g
Filter diameter82 mm86 mm67 mm77 mm
Min. focus distance85 cm85 cm85 cm79 cm
Length141.5 mm135 mm102 mm110.6 mm
Autofocusyesyesyesyes
Image stabilizationnononono
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Nikon Nikkor Z 85mm F1.2 S: FAQ

Does the Nikon Nikkor Z 85mm F1.2 S have autofocus?

Yes, the Nikon Nikkor Z 85mm F1.2 S has autofocus.

Does the Nikon Nikkor Z 85mm F1.2 S have image stabilization?

No, the Nikon Nikkor Z 85mm F1.2 S has no stabilization of its own. On cameras with in-body image stabilization (IBIS) the image is still stabilized.

How much does the Nikon Nikkor Z 85mm F1.2 S weigh?

The Nikon Nikkor Z 85mm F1.2 S weighs 1,160 g. It is 141.5 mm long with a diameter of 102.5 mm.

What filter size does the Nikon Nikkor Z 85mm F1.2 S use?

The Nikon Nikkor Z 85mm F1.2 S takes 82 mm screw-in filters.

How close can the Nikon Nikkor Z 85mm F1.2 S focus?

The minimum focus distance of the Nikon Nikkor Z 85mm F1.2 S is 85 cm, measured from the sensor plane.

Is the Nikon Nikkor Z 85mm F1.2 S a full-frame lens?

Yes, the Nikon Nikkor Z 85mm F1.2 S covers full frame. On APS-C cameras its field of view equals 128 mm in full-frame terms.

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