Compact Nikon AI-S portrait at 85mm f/2, beautiful bokeh in smaller dimensions than f/1.4 at moderate pricing.
The Nikon Nikkor 85mm f/2 Ai-S is a classic manual-focus portrait prime from Nikon's Ai-S era — a compact, high-quality 85mm prime. Nikon F mount.
85mm focal length. f/2 maximum aperture. Manual focus. Ai-S (full-aperture metering on Ai bodies). 52mm filter thread. Nikon F mount.
The Nikkor 85mm f/2 Ai-S is a smaller and lighter alternative to the f/1.8 and f/1.4 85mm lenses — f/2 is fast enough for portrait work while keeping the lens compact. Ai-S provides full metering coupling on Nikon Ai bodies. Popular for adapted portrait use on modern mirrorless.
On the used market the Nikkor 85mm f/2 Ai-S is a compact vintage portrait prime. Condition checks: aperture blades, element condition, focus smoothness. Nikon F mount.