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    Nikon AF-S Micro Nikkor 40mm f/2.8 G DX

    4.4
    (1 reviews)
    Optical: 5.0
    Mechanical: 4.0
    Value: 4.0
    Focal Length
    40mm
    Aperture
    f/2.8-22
    Mount
    Nikon DX, Nikon FX
    Weight
    235g
    Nikon AF-S Micro Nikkor 40mm f/2.8 G DX is a auto focus prime lens for aps-c cameras.

    Optical design

    Full frame equivalent focal length is 60.0 mm. Bright lens thanks to the high aperture value 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 235 grams so consider putting to your camera bag. With a lens filter diameter of 52 mm commonly filter size, offers a wide range of filter options. 68 mm long, this small lens should be always in the camera bag.

    Nikon AF-S Micro Nikkor 40mm f/2.8 G DX purchase historyStable

    eBay Price HistoryeBay Auction (high-low)Linear trend

    Prices have held steady across 22 months of tracked sales — pay around the $139.00 fair value and watch for outliers below it.

    Fair value (90-day)
    $139.00
    Don't exceed (P75)
    $147.75
    All-time low
    $12.00
    Latest sale
    $149.00

    Best deals

    524 of 1026 tracked sales (51%) closed at or under the $139.00 fair value.

    • Mar 26, 2025$12.00$-127.00 / typical
    • Mar 11, 2025$43.00$-96.00 / typical
    • Mar 11, 2025$44.00$-95.00 / typical
    • Mar 11, 2025$45.00$-94.00 / typical
    • Dec 24, 2024$68.00$-71.00 / typical

    eBay Auctions

    No active auctions found.

    Technical Specifications

    Optical
    Focal Length40mm
    Aperturef/2.8-22
    Min Focus Distance0.163m
    FocusingAuto Focus
    Physical
    Weight235g
    Length68.5mm
    Filter Thread52mm
    MountNikon DX, Nikon FX
    FormatAps-c

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    Reviews

    Miguel Medina4.4/5

    Reviewer did not give any comments for Nikon AF-S Micro Nikkor 40mm f/2.8 G DX

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is the Nikon AF-S Micro Nikkor 40mm f/2.8 G DX?

    Nikon AF-S Micro Nikkor 40mm f/2.8 G DX is a camera lens with 40mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/2.8/22, for the Nikon DX, Nikon FX mount, supporting the Aps-c format, weighing 235g.

    What mount is the Nikon AF-S Micro Nikkor 40mm f/2.8 G DX compatible with?

    Nikon AF-S Micro Nikkor 40mm f/2.8 G DX uses a Nikon DX, Nikon FX mount and supports the Aps-c format.

    How much does the Nikon AF-S Micro Nikkor 40mm f/2.8 G DX cost?

    Based on recent eBay sold listings the Nikon AF-S Micro Nikkor 40mm f/2.8 G DX typically sells for around $12.00. Actual prices vary with condition and seller.

    Is the Nikon AF-S Micro Nikkor 40mm f/2.8 G DX a good lens?

    Nikon AF-S Micro Nikkor 40mm f/2.8 G DX has a community rating of 4.4/5 from 1 review(s).

    Which lenses are similar to the Nikon AF-S Micro Nikkor 40mm f/2.8 G DX?

    Similar lenses include Carl Zeiss Distagon T 35mm f/1.4 Z, Carl Zeiss Makro-Planar T 50mm f/2 Z, Derek Gardner Automatic 35mm f/2.8.

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    Review Summary

    Overall Rating
    4.4
    Optical5.0/5
    Mechanical4.0/5
    Value4.0/5
    Bokeh4.0/5
    Usability5.0/5
    Based on 1 reviewer

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