Premium Nikon AI-S telephoto with ED glass at 180mm f/2.8, one of the finest manual focus telephotos for portraiture.
The Nikon Nikkor 180mm f/2.8 ED Ai-S is a professional telephoto prime for the Nikon F mount. ED = extra-low dispersion glass. Ai-S = Ai coupling with linear aperture scale for shutter-speed-priority AE. A classic portrait telephoto. Nikon F mount.
f/2.8 maximum aperture. 180mm focal length (full-frame portrait telephoto). ED glass. Ai-S coupling. Manual focus. At approximately 760g. Nikon F mount.
The Nikkor 180mm f/2.8 ED Ai-S is a legendary Nikon prime — sharper than the AF-D version according to many users, and the Ai-S coupling provides smooth manual focus for portrait and telephoto work. Compatible with modern Nikon bodies in aperture-priority or manual mode.
On the used market the Nikon Nikkor 180mm f/2.8 ED Ai-S is a highly regarded vintage telephoto prime. Condition checks: front element, ED glass for fungus, focus ring, Ai-S coupling. Nikon F mount.