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    Nikon Nikkor 28mm f/2 Ai

    4.7
    (1 reviews)
    Optical: 5.0
    Mechanical: 5.0
    Value: 4.3
    Focal Length
    28mm
    Aperture
    f/2-22
    Mount
    Nikon DX, Nikon FX
    Weight
    351g
    Nikon Nikkor 28mm f/2 Ai is a manual focus wide angle lens for full frame 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. Bright lens thanks to the high aperture value

    Physical characteristics

    59 mm long, this small lens should be always in the camera bag. With a lens filter diameter of 52 mm commonly filter size, gives you a variety of filter options. Weights 351 grams so plan ahead, carry only if really necessary.

    Nikon Nikkor 28mm f/2 Ai purchase historyStable

    eBay Price HistoryeBay Auction (high-low)Linear trend

    Prices have held steady across 34 months of tracked sales — pay around the $229.50 fair value and watch for outliers below it.

    Fair value (90-day)
    $229.50
    Don't exceed (P75)
    $270.00
    All-time low
    $39.00
    Latest sale
    $227.00

    Best deals

    549 of 1085 tracked sales (51%) closed at or under the $229.50 fair value.

    • Oct 20, 2024$39.00$-190.50 / typical
    • Feb 12, 2025$49.00$-180.50 / typical
    • Feb 12, 2025$50.00$-179.50 / typical
    • Feb 12, 2025$51.00$-178.50 / typical
    • Nov 3, 2024$53.00$-176.50 / typical

    Auction insight

    1 of 1 auction closes (100%) landed below the $229.50 fair value — averaging $2.00 under. All-time auction floor: $227.50.

    eBay Auctions

    No active auctions found.

    Technical Specifications

    Optical
    Focal Length28mm
    Aperturef/2-22
    Min Focus Distance0.3m
    FocusingManual Focus
    Physical
    Weight351g
    Length59mm
    Filter Thread52mm
    MountNikon DX, Nikon FX
    FormatFull frame

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    Reviews

    Beatrice Rizzo4.7/5

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is the Nikon Nikkor 28mm f/2 Ai?

    Nikon Nikkor 28mm f/2 Ai is a camera lens with 28mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/2/22, for the Nikon DX, Nikon FX mount, supporting the Full frame format, weighing 351g.

    What mount is the Nikon Nikkor 28mm f/2 Ai compatible with?

    Nikon Nikkor 28mm f/2 Ai uses a Nikon DX, Nikon FX mount and supports the Full frame format.

    How much does the Nikon Nikkor 28mm f/2 Ai cost?

    Based on recent eBay sold listings the Nikon Nikkor 28mm f/2 Ai typically sells for around $39.00. Actual prices vary with condition and seller.

    Is the Nikon Nikkor 28mm f/2 Ai a good lens?

    Nikon Nikkor 28mm f/2 Ai has a community rating of 4.7/5 from 1 review(s).

    Which lenses are similar to the Nikon Nikkor 28mm f/2 Ai?

    Similar lenses include Carl Zeiss Distagon T 35mm f/1.4 Z, Nikon AF Nikkor 28mm f/1.4 D, Nikon AF-S Nikkor 24mm f/1.4 G ED.

    Current Pricing

    Latest Price
    €227.00
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    Review Summary

    Overall Rating
    4.7
    Optical5.0/5
    Mechanical5.0/5
    Value4.3/5
    Bokeh4.3/5
    Usability5.0/5
    Based on 3 reviewers

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