thanks for the review. what do you think the best lens for food photography and cooking videos . this lens or the 105?? the 105 is much pricier ...thank you
+Rama Sabbagh I think the 60 is perfect. If you needed a dual lens for portraits and such. I'd say the 105, but for what you need I think the 60 is spot on.
I like the D version better...better image...mostly metal...made in Japan....has aperture ring....excellant lens....I had the G lens, but didn't compare to the D, so I got rid of it. Of course if you have a D3000 or D5000 series, it's the only lens that will work.
@earth, I fully agree with you. I had the G and did not like it much, the hood is in the way when shooting macro and without the hood you loose contrast very quickly. So it's not a macro, at most a close-up lens. I replaced it with the D and that's a great lens, i really like it.
I am buying a Nikon D7200 w/ the 18-200 VR 2 (my first DSLR) and I’m very interested in getting the Nikkor 60mm macro f/2.8 D to use with it, what is your opinion and what is the difference between the G and the D lens? Thank you.
+RickBSO I've actually owned both. Both are fine. The G, newer model, is better built and a bit sharper in my opinion. Much faster autofocusing if that matters as well, more silent too.
+Eric Rossi : Thanks for the prompt reply Eric, i just watched a video by a guy the goes by the name "the angry photographer" he claims to be a Nikon "expert" (LOL) and he claims the opposite, that the D is far superior than the G, this stuff is very confusing, especially for someone just getting into digital photography. Maybe i should rent them both and decide which one i like better. Thanks again.
Hi Eric, back to the nikkor 60mm macro f/2.8 i just checked with B&H and i don't get it, why is the new G lens ($496.95) less money than the older D ($516.95), i was expecting the opposite. Thanks.
Hey. I'm kinda stuck in the middle here. My budget is about $300 and using Nikon DX Camera (considering this as an FX lens) Should I go with brand new 40mm, or wait a while for a secondhand 60mm (good condition, bought last December, with about $420 pricing) Thanks!
this could be a good alternative but only on DX, as 60 mm translates to 90mm in crop format, which is a good distancce for both macro and portraits... but in case of fullframe, you need to be too close to the object, which might be a problem if you are shooting bugs and insects (or you wouldn't like to go too near a snake ;) ) for true macro on FX, go for the ones in 105 mm category. nikon micro vr 105mm is very very good and very sharp ( which i own myself), but the ones from tamron and sigma in the same category are also good lenses, and much cheaper
The crop factor of crop body make the camera's sensor only take smaller part of the circle image that the lens provide. With a fullframe body with high resolution, you can just keep the same distance and crop it manually later. I use an sony Nex 5, at 7megapixel I still can crop the image and have amazing detail, providing that the lens give good quality image.
@@tanha8178 hmm, if you want to do all that hassle, when you have an easier alternative, then, no problem... but when you are talking about hundred of pictures, cropping them would be the last thing in your mind... :)
But he's recommending it for weddings. 60mm is wide enough that you can be shooting details and swing around and be able to capture most moments. A 105 can't always do that.
Would this also be great for portraits on a DX body? I was gonna but the 50mm 1.8 but would u think this would be a better option to do both portraits and micro?
I'd go with the D version if you have auto focus on your camera body. It also has a f stop ring, that's missing on the G. Not to mention it's half the price of the G.
Hello Eric, do you think there is much difference in the end results between older 2.8D version and this one? may be the N coating on the new one makes ++, thanks
Good video... from what I have heard... " " the tokina 105 is a better macro lens for the same price. looked into this lens but was told and you even mentioned it that if you want to get into macro work and would allow me to grow would be a 105.
Eric Rossi i was hoping slow moving insects, real close ups of fruits and food. I already own a godox TT685N with an off camera trigger, but don't know if it's enough....
its not bad, but you'd want something with more range. A 70-300 lens is usually more affordable but all depends on what camera system you own and which lens and range would be near that
you forgot to mentioned its ED lens. Normally that expensive type of glass go far more then $1k. I'm very surprized to see this lens with such low price tag. Maybe due to Made in China thing?Oh and btw its not Nikon it Nikkor :P
I do use a 50mm 1.8g. it's a pretty good lens but at times I do face distortion while taking the head to shoulder shots. does the 60mm 2.8 g will cause the same distortion problem....????
the 10mm isnt a huge difference but you shouldnt be getting distortion using the 50mm. But I prefer anything over 70mm for that portrait work. 105mm is like the perfect amount if possible
I own this lens because of your recommendation. AMAZING!
I've never been to a macro wedding, what is it like ?
+Joe G.P. It's amazing, the cake is super tiny, chairs and everything!
+Eric Rossi :)
Been using this lens with a Fuji S5 Pro for weddings and portraits since 2010.....its paid for itself many many times over.
Mine is arriving tomorrow, can't wait to play with it :D
congrats, let me know how you like it!
@@Eric_Rossi Loving it!
Normal 60 mm F 2.8 D is the best ! Made in Japan .
Yeah those D lenses are amazing!
Yup - I got the AF-D version used for £159 U.K. recently. It's a quality bit of kit and works great on the D810 & D3x for portraits.
thanks for the review. what do you think the best lens for food photography and cooking videos . this lens or the 105?? the 105 is much pricier ...thank you
+Rama Sabbagh I think the 60 is perfect. If you needed a dual lens for portraits and such. I'd say the 105, but for what you need I think the 60 is spot on.
+Eric Rossi
the quickest reply ever. ..thank you so much
Rama Sabbagh
haha hey you caught me while I was online!
I like the D version better...better image...mostly metal...made in Japan....has aperture ring....excellant lens....I had the G lens, but didn't compare to the D, so I got rid of it. Of course if you have a D3000 or D5000 series, it's the only lens that will work.
@earth, I fully agree with you. I had the G and did not like it much, the hood is in the way when shooting macro and without the hood you loose contrast very quickly. So it's not a macro, at most a close-up lens. I replaced it with the D and that's a great lens, i really like it.
I am buying a Nikon D7200 w/ the 18-200 VR 2 (my first DSLR) and I’m very interested in getting the Nikkor 60mm macro f/2.8 D to use with it, what is your opinion and what is the difference between the G and the D lens? Thank you.
+RickBSO I've actually owned both. Both are fine. The G, newer model, is better built and a bit sharper in my opinion. Much faster autofocusing if that matters as well, more silent too.
+Eric Rossi : Thanks for the prompt reply Eric, i just watched a video by a guy the goes by the name "the angry photographer" he claims to be a Nikon "expert" (LOL) and he claims the opposite, that the D is far superior than the G, this stuff is very confusing, especially for someone just getting into digital photography. Maybe i should rent them both and decide which one i like better. Thanks again.
RickBSO
oh boy him lol...
+Eric Rossi : LOL i guess you know him. Thanks Eric.
Hi Eric, back to the nikkor 60mm macro f/2.8 i just checked with B&H and i don't get it, why is the new G lens ($496.95) less money than the older D ($516.95), i was expecting the opposite. Thanks.
Pretty nice lens! Using it with my Nikon F6. Works great and the image quality is awesome for this price.
Leo Born Wow F6, not too many film users anymore. F6 best film camera ever made.
Hey. I'm kinda stuck in the middle here.
My budget is about $300 and using Nikon DX Camera (considering this as an FX lens)
Should I go with brand new 40mm, or wait a while for a secondhand 60mm (good condition, bought last December, with about $420 pricing)
Thanks!
nah grab the 40mm for dx, no doubt!
due to DX compatibility huh?
hey do you have any recommendation for macro DX camera?
you know DX users like us has a limited number of macro lenses
yup, like I said the nikon 40mm!
this could be a good alternative but only on DX, as 60 mm translates to 90mm in crop format, which is a good distancce for both macro and portraits...
but in case of fullframe, you need to be too close to the object, which might be a problem if you are shooting bugs and insects (or you wouldn't like to go too near a snake ;) )
for true macro on FX, go for the ones in 105 mm category. nikon micro vr 105mm is very very good and very sharp ( which i own myself), but the ones from tamron and sigma in the same category are also good lenses, and much cheaper
paragdhungana tokina 100mm kills anything in that category
The crop factor of crop body make the camera's sensor only take smaller part of the circle image that the lens provide. With a fullframe body with high resolution, you can just keep the same distance and crop it manually later. I use an sony Nex 5, at 7megapixel I still can crop the image and have amazing detail, providing that the lens give good quality image.
@@tanha8178 hmm, if you want to do all that hassle, when you have an easier alternative, then, no problem... but when you are talking about hundred of pictures, cropping them would be the last thing in your mind... :)
@@paragdhungana btw, did I missed something or this is a lens for full frame format? Someone just told me it's a lens for crop format
But he's recommending it for weddings. 60mm is wide enough that you can be shooting details and swing around and be able to capture most moments. A 105 can't always do that.
Do you found any problems with autofocus hunting issues?
I found this to be pretty good but maybe a few times yeah. But macro is tricky regardless
Hello.. what do you think is better between 50mm f/1.4G or 60mm f/2.8 G? Sharp, contrast, fast focus?
better for what? what are you looking to shoot?
better in overall, the sharpnest, contrast, and focusing time. i ussualy shoot for wedding.
the 50 no doubt
okay thank you broh
Would this also be great for portraits on a DX body? I was gonna but the 50mm 1.8 but would u think this would be a better option to do both portraits and micro?
it'd be ok, I would look into an 85mm 1.8 instead if you want to concentrate on portraits.
Thanks Eric, is it sharper than the D version ?
I'd take this over the d version no doubt
What????
What's the difference between the Nikon 60mm f/2.8 G and the Nikon 60mm f/2.8 D?
pretty much the same issue, being manual focus or not. I'd look into the g
@@Eric_Rossi The G has Auto focus?
yes
I'd go with the D version if you have auto focus on your camera body. It also has a f stop ring, that's missing on the G. Not to mention it's half the price of the G.
I agree, while the G is really good and worth it, the D has fantastic build quality and amazing IQ
Is it a good solution for my art? I want to photograph my paintings and I don't know what I should buy
its not bad, it could def catch detail it being a macro. But you may do better with the Nikon 40mm actually
Nice. I'll check it out.
Is it good for photographing small products?
100%
@@Eric_Rossi thank you
This lens is an amazing lens for portraiture as well. The lens makes the image jump out.
Friend compared to a 50 mm 1.8 what differences you find
Hello Eric, do you think there is much difference in the end results between older 2.8D version and this one? may be the N coating on the new one makes ++, thanks
+Bobby Mathiwathanan I'd go newer at this point, better focus and quality.
I'd believe it cause I said it lol. You seem to love the D, awesome. I'll stick with the newer one in this case.
Darren S find the one I sold and look in 10 years lol
I hoping to get d750 and want a lens that can be great for catching events and some wedding photography what would u recommend?
Since you have a high end FX camera, I would easily say the Nikon 24-70 2.8.
Good video... from what I have heard... " " the tokina 105 is a better macro lens for the same price. looked into this lens but was told and you even mentioned it that if you want to get into macro work and would allow me to grow would be a 105.
yeah because it can double as a portrait lens as well!
+Eric Rossi right!!! double usable lens
What kind of flash set up would you recommend for this lens? I have a D750
All depends, what do you need? What do you plan on shooting?
Eric Rossi i was hoping slow moving insects, real close ups of fruits and food. I already own a godox TT685N with an off camera trigger, but don't know if it's enough....
Tokina 100mm f2.8 FTW
Hi, will this 60mm lens good to use on taking pics of my kids playing sports as well?
its not bad, but you'd want something with more range. A 70-300 lens is usually more affordable but all depends on what camera system you own and which lens and range would be near that
How is the 40mm macro and can I use raynox 250 on it
idk what the raynox is, but the 40mm is pretty good. I prefer the 60mm but if you can only snag the 40 you wont be disappointed
Eric Rossi thanks Eric 😊 what would be the distance I would be getting if I use in my Nikon 7200
Show us some pics taken with it!
+Peter F The few in the video were from the 60!
Portrait? A lot of people use an 85mm for portraits. Why not 60mm?
85-120mm are great lengths as they have the appropriate and less distortion of how the face and portraits should look
Great review eric
you forgot to mentioned its ED lens. Normally that expensive type of glass go far more then $1k. I'm very surprized to see this lens with such low price tag. Maybe due to Made in China thing?Oh and btw its not Nikon it Nikkor :P
It’s made in Thailand…where most Nikon cameras are made.
I do use a 50mm 1.8g. it's a pretty good lens but at times I do face distortion while taking the head to shoulder shots. does the 60mm 2.8 g will cause the same distortion problem....????
the 10mm isnt a huge difference but you shouldnt be getting distortion using the 50mm. But I prefer anything over 70mm for that portrait work. 105mm is like the perfect amount if possible
Found it for 200 euros should I buy it ???
Thats a great price! I would make sure its in good/working condition though
I usually shoot my macros at f57
Hi Eric is it compatible for D7200
yup. 100%
Thanks
Will it work on D3300 ?
Yup perfectly! Just keep in mind, the d3300 is a crop sensor camera, so you will not get a 60mm result!
please include demo shots next time thanks. briddy
I did....
Nikon 60mm
Vero good
D > G
To each their own!
What is the difference between the D & G version?
is it DX or FX?
for both!