Nikon AF-S Nikkor 28mm f/1.8 G
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. Wide open, subjects located outside the depth of field are shown very blurred.Physical characteristics
Weights 330 grams so plan ahead, carry only if really necessary. With a lens filter diameter of 67 mm commonly filter size, gives you a variety of filter options. 80 mm long, requires consideration if you want to carry in the camera bag.Nikon AF-S Nikkor 28mm f/1.8 G purchase historyStable
Prices have held steady across 46 months of tracked sales — pay around the $388.50 fair value and watch for outliers below it.
Best deals
471 of 942 tracked sales (50%) closed at or under the $388.50 fair value.
- Jul 21, 2025$116.00$-272.50 / typical
- Mar 31, 2025$122.00$-266.50 / typical
- Mar 31, 2025$125.00$-263.50 / typical
- Mar 31, 2025$130.00$-258.50 / typical
- Jun 5, 2024$147.00$-241.50 / typical
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Reviews
Great, fast, wide lens. This is an incredible lens for the price. The lens is super sharp, and light weight. The 28mm focal length is a great wide angle lens that should be in every photographers bag. And the f1.8 aperture is a super fast lens. I love it.
Surprised Love the 28mm focal length. Not too wide or too tight. I have other focal lengths but the 28mm is kind of a sweet spot. It’s plastic to cut costs but the glass and mounts are all Nikon. And it’s pretty light to carry all day. Been using it in D4s and the balance is perfect to use with one hand. Focusing speed is pretty damn good as I like to use other bodies and then switch off to this body as the subjects get closer. Image quality is subjective and I don’t look at each pixel. But I do look at overall image quality at the center and all the way to the corners with different apertures. It’s sharp! And wide open, it delivers I nice pleasing bokeh. Contrast and color are extremely accurate. Over all as sub $700 lens it’s great for when you need a light wide angle with a f/1.8 opening.
My new go to lens. As a long time Nikkor lens user I have become accustomed to high quality and long lasting durable products. So I was a little Leary of this new generation of plastic and light weight products. They just seemed to lack that old time quality. While this might seem to be true I have come to appreciate the lightness and see it more as an added feature as opposed to any lack of quality. As always this is a Nikon product and it delivers all the high resolution and image quality they have been renowned for.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 28mm f/1.8 G?
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 28mm f/1.8 G is a camera lens with 28mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/1.8/16, for the Nikon DX, Nikon FX mount, supporting the Full frame format, weighing 330g.
What mount is the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 28mm f/1.8 G compatible with?
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 28mm f/1.8 G uses a Nikon DX, Nikon FX mount and supports the Full frame format.
How much does the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 28mm f/1.8 G cost?
Based on recent eBay sold listings the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 28mm f/1.8 G typically sells for around $116.00. Actual prices vary with condition and seller.
Is the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 28mm f/1.8 G a good lens?
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 28mm f/1.8 G has a community rating of 4.9/5 from 51 review(s).
Which lenses are similar to the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 28mm f/1.8 G?
Similar lenses include Carl Zeiss Distagon T 35mm f/1.4 Z, Nikon AF Nikkor 24mm f/2.8 D, Nikon AF Nikkor 28mm f/1.4 D.