Nikon AF Nikkor 28-85mm f/3.5-4.5 (I)
Optical design
Has 7 aperture blades, mid-grade lenses usually have this amount of blades. Having rounded blades provides out of focus circle shape closer to a circle.Physical characteristics
Weights 536 grams so plan ahead, carry only if really necessary. 89 mm long, requires consideration if you want to carry in the camera bag. With a lens filter diameter of 62 mm you are one step from the next standard filter size, buy step-up ring and bigger filter you may want to use a step-up ring and 67 or 77mm filter.Nikon AF Nikkor 28-85mm f/3.5-4.5 (I) purchase historyTrending down 2.1%/mo
Prices have been easing around 2.1% per month — sellers are flexible, aim for deals below $84.00.
Best deals
898 of 1781 tracked sales (50%) closed at or under the $84.00 fair value.
- Feb 6, 2025$9.00$-75.00 / typical
- May 20, 2025$9.00$-75.00 / typical
- Feb 6, 2025$10.00$-74.00 / typical
- May 20, 2025$10.00$-74.00 / typical
- Dec 11, 2024$12.00$-72.00 / typical
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Fantastic lens for the price point For the price this is one of the absolute sharpest lenses you will ever find, only exceeded by fixed focal length lenses or $500+ It is a bit older but really doesn't matter unless your camera doesn't have a built in focus motor. It is sharp as a tack at all focal lengths. I have noticed a little softness in corners at 28mm but not bad.
Good for it's inexpensive Variety of focal length variety for use, zoom is not stable when the camera is up and down, sharpen is normal.
Old glass is good glass Excellent vintage lens. Sharp, plus macro functions are good. Sometimes when I switch from using Macro and manual focus, then zoom out and switch back to auto I have to fuss around a little while to get the auto focus to work again. No problem switching back and forth auto to manual /manual to auto focus with the 80mm-28mm regular zoom focal lengths. Just switching from macro back out isn't so smooth.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Nikon AF Nikkor 28-85mm f/3.5-4.5 (I)?
Nikon AF Nikkor 28-85mm f/3.5-4.5 (I) is a camera lens with 28-85mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/3.5 - 4.5/22, for the Nikon DX, Nikon FX mount, supporting the Full frame format, weighing 536g.
What mount is the Nikon AF Nikkor 28-85mm f/3.5-4.5 (I) compatible with?
Nikon AF Nikkor 28-85mm f/3.5-4.5 (I) uses a Nikon DX, Nikon FX mount and supports the Full frame format.
How much does the Nikon AF Nikkor 28-85mm f/3.5-4.5 (I) cost?
Based on recent eBay sold listings the Nikon AF Nikkor 28-85mm f/3.5-4.5 (I) typically sells for around $9.00. Actual prices vary with condition and seller.
Is the Nikon AF Nikkor 28-85mm f/3.5-4.5 (I) a good lens?
Nikon AF Nikkor 28-85mm f/3.5-4.5 (I) has a community rating of 4.4/5 from 31 review(s).
Which lenses are similar to the Nikon AF Nikkor 28-85mm f/3.5-4.5 (I)?
Similar lenses include Nikon AF Nikkor 24-85mm f/2.8-4 D IF, Nikon AF Nikkor 28-100mm f/3.5-5.6 G, Nikon AF Nikkor 28-105mm f/3.5-4.5 D IF.