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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

    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. Full frame equivalent focal length is 60.0 mm. Bright lens thanks to the high aperture value

    Physical characteristics

    68 mm long, this small lens should be always in the camera bag. With a lens filter diameter of 52 mm commonly filter size, provides a range of filter options. Weights 235 grams so consider putting to your 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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