Used Nikon Z 85mm f/1.2 S for Sale — From £1769

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Nikon's flagship portrait lens — the Z 85mm f/1.2 S delivering the ultimate in shallow DOF rendering.

The Nikon Z 85mm f/1.2 S was released in 2023 as Nikon's ultimate portrait lens for the Z-mount system. With the fastest aperture in any Nikon 85mm lens, it represents the pinnacle of their S-line optical engineering. The wide Z-mount throat diameter enables an optical design that would be impossible in the F-mount, delivering extraordinary sharpness at f/1.2.

Optical performance is exceptional. Sharpness is outstanding from f/1.2 — remarkable for such a fast aperture. The depth of field at f/1.2 on 85mm creates breathtaking subject isolation with smooth, circular bokeh from the 11-blade aperture. Focus breathing is virtually eliminated. Chromatic aberration is negligible. Micro-contrast produces three-dimensional images.

Nikon Z mount, full-frame. Filter thread is 82mm. Weight is approximately 1,160 grams — substantial but expected for this specification. Build quality is outstanding with full weather sealing and an OLED information display on the barrel. The control ring can be customised for aperture, ISO, or exposure compensation. AF uses Nikon's multi-focus system for fast, accurate focusing.

Very limited used market availability as a current flagship lens. Prices remain at or near retail. Check AF accuracy and smooth control ring operation. The definitive portrait lens for Nikon Z shooters — it competes directly with Canon's RF 85mm f/1.2L and Sony's upcoming equivalents. The Z 85mm f/1.8 S offers 90% of the quality at a fraction of the price.