Is the Nikkor AF 28-105mm worth it?

Here is my review of the Nikkor AF 28-105mm f/3.5-4.5 D zoom lens for the Nikon mount, tested with the Nikon D700 full-frame DSLR. This is a practical zoom lens for walking around that has a useful wide to mid telephoto coverage, which is great for street shooting, from wide scenes to portraits.

How much did you pay for your 28-105mm?

Nikon 28-105mm f/3.5-4.5 AF-D. (62mm filters, 15.9 oz./450g, about $175 used). This free website’s biggest source of support is when you use these links, especially these directly to it at eBay(see How to Win at eBay), at Amazonand at Adorama, when you get anything, regardless of the country in which you live. Thank you!

Is the 28-105 F4 worth it?

A real gem. Purchased from Amazon on impulse – can’t have too many lenses. Comparing (at equivalent focal lengths) to my new Nikon 24-120 f4, the 28-105 stands up very well, and easier to carry around. Images more than satisfactory. Focuses fairly quickly – if you keep fingers off rotating front ring.

What is the difference between the 28-105mm and 35-70mm and 24-85?

As for macro mode maximum reproduction ratios, the 28-105mm has 1:2, very close to that of the 24-85mm with 1:2; for the 35-70mm it is 1:4; so the three have a quasi-micro capability or macro mode. The 28-105mm lens is the lightest, smallest and with a standard filter size.

How good is the Nikon 105mm lens?

At 105mm the lens continues to deliver great resolution figures straight from the maximum aperture of f/4.5, and only the extreme corners are visibly softer. The resolution characteristic here is identical to the one at 70mm. Some owners of this lens say that the lens is very good at all focal lengths except at 105mm.

Is the Nikon 28-105 the Swiss Army Knife of lenses?

“The 28-105 has been like my Swiss Army Knife of lenses” is the typical enthusiastic kind of comment from many Nikonians, whether shooting film or digital SLRs. Several factors come into play to make up the popularity of a lens: The 28-105mm remains the most economical of the three.

Is the 28-105 a good lens for a DX camera?

In spite of some criticisms, much of it undeserved and without foundation, that is a perfect lens for any DX camera. Incredible All-Purpose Utility Lens!!! The 28-105 f/3.5-4.5D is an outstanding value as an all-purpose utility lens.