Fast Nikon AI-S 28mm f/2, one of the fastest 28mm manual focus lenses with creative wide-angle DOF control.
The Nikon Nikkor 28mm f/2 AI-S is a fast wide-angle prime providing an unusually bright f/2 aperture at 28mm — one of the fastest 28mm lenses ever produced. The AI-S mount provides the most refined Nikon F-mount coupling for the widest body compatibility.
The f/2 at 28mm is exceptionally fast for a wide-angle lens, providing a full stop more light than the common f/2.8 alternatives. The extra speed enables creative shallow depth-of-field at wide-angle and better low-light capability that slower 28mm alternatives cannot match.
Build quality is premium Nikon AI-S with all-metal construction and smooth focusing. The fast aperture requires larger optical elements, making the lens slightly larger than the f/2.8 version, but the speed advantage justifies the additional size for serious photographers.
The Nikkor 28mm f/2 AI-S commands moderate used pricing as one of the fastest 28mm manual focus lenses. The extra stop over f/2.8 provides genuine practical advantages for available-light and creative wide-angle photography.