Nikon AF DC-NIKKOR 105mm f/2D Lens

Nikon AF DC-NIKKOR 105mm f/2D Lens
The Nikon AF DC-NIKKOR 105mm f/2D is a legendary portrait prime, revered for its “Defocus Image Control” (DC) technology. This specialized short-telephoto lens allows photographers to artistically manipulate the appearance of out-of-focus elements, making it one of the most unique optical tools in the Nikon F-mount lineup. Combining a fast f/2 aperture with classic Nikkor build quality, it is a masterstroke for portraiture, fashion, and fine-art photography.

Revolutionary Defocus Image Control
Creative Blur Management: The unique DC ring allows you to control the degree and placement of spherical aberration. By adjusting the ring, you can specifically soften the background or the foreground, or apply an ethereal soft-focus effect to the entire frame.

Subject Isolation: This system enables you to make your subject “pop” with a level of control over bokeh quality that standard lenses cannot replicate.

9-Blade Rounded Diaphragm: Complements the DC system by producing exceptionally smooth, circular out-of-focus highlights, ensuring a creamy and professional aesthetic.

Optical Excellence & Handling
Fast f/2 Maximum Aperture: Ideal for working in low-light environments and achieving a razor-thin depth of field. Even without using the DC ring, the f/2 aperture provides beautiful natural compression.

Super Integrated Coating (SIC): Nikon’s specialized coating is applied to lens elements to minimize internal reflections, flare, and ghosting. This ensures high contrast and neutral color fidelity, even when shooting in backlit conditions.

Rear Focusing System: Only the rear group of elements moves during focusing, which keeps the lens length constant and ensures a fast, responsive autofocus performance.

Built-in Lens Hood: A convenient integrated telescoping hood helps block stray light and protects the front element from accidental impact.

Compatibility Note
Focusing Mechanism: This is an “AF” (D-type) lens that relies on the camera’s internal focus motor.

Autofocus Support: AF is supported on Nikon DSLRs with built-in focus motors (such as the D7000-series, D500, D700, D800-series, and D-single-digit series).

Manual Focus Only: On entry-level bodies lacking a motor (D3000-series, D5000-series, D40, D60), this lens will function as a manual focus lens only.

Technical Specifications
Focal Length: 105mm (157.5mm equivalent on DX models)

Aperture Range: f/2 to f/16

Lens Mount: Nikon F (FX-Format)

Filter Size: 72mm

Weight: Approx. 22.6 oz (640 g)