Nikon 85mm 1.8G still good in 2020??
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 17 ต.ค. 2024
- YES. It is VERY good still. It’s so good, I use this lens ALL the time during my portrait sessions. A lot of reviews are saying it’s just as good as the 1.4G version!
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@2:15 - 85mm F/1.8 to F/5 image samples!
Quick Specs:
Weighs only 350 grams or 12.4 oz
F/1.8 to F/16
67mm filter thread
AF-S
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I was blown away with its sharpness and color rendition when I paired it with my D7100 6 years ago.
Since then, It became my choice for bokeh and general portrait with my D600.
Nice! Totally agree about the bokeh!
This is one of the best lens reviews that I have seen. I like how you are organized and to the point.
Thanks so much! Glad you enjoyed the video! :D
Just because there comes something better doesnt make the old stuff less good
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Well, the AF-D version became less good when the AF-S came out. There is no shame in being superseded with time. I'm actually buying this AF-S version even though I have a full kit Nikon Z, including the razor sharp Z version of this lens, because I'm going to shoot film on a Nikon F100 and it obviously needs a proper F mount lens. The Tamron 85mm F1.8 VC is the better lens with a slight margin in image quality, but I is not compatible with older Nikon bodies.
My favourite lens. The images it produces are second to none.
Nice! I totally agree. When I read that it produced 'better' quality images than the F/1.4G version, I HAD to get this one. It's one lens that I'll always use for portraits.
One of the best values in the Nikon ecosystem. It is surprisingly light and produces wonderful images. Great lens. Sharper than the 1.4g. Some people love the 1.4d… the lens to really lust after is the RF canon 1.2, at 10x the cost of the 1.8g. My personal favorite is the beautiful zeiss 1.4 planar, which is especially what you want if you’re doing black and white. Thanks for the video.
Thanks! I heard many great things about the Zeiss 1.4. Thanks for sharing!
Great video .
How is the performance of this lens on Nikon d5200 for portraits ?
Thanks! the 85 is an excellent lens for the D5200. I don't have the D5200 but the 85 is my go-to for portraits for that nice bokeh!
I'm a videographer looking to get my first telephoto lens. I am looking at the 85mm, currently using a Nikon Z6. However, I'm trying to decide between the 1.8 S or get the cheaper 1.8 G... have you had experience comparing these two and which you would recommend? My workflow is 90% video and 10% photo. The purpose of this lens is to get close up shots of computer components. Mainly used for B-roll. What are your thoughts?
The 85 1.8S is superior to the 1.8G, since the 1.8S is a native lens. If you're on a budget, the 1.8G is more than enough. I've done a few videos with the 1.8G with my Z6 and I think it's amazing. The 1.8S will just give you the the 5 axis image stabilization and essentially a silent focus.
@@BoostLeekdMedia thanks for the answer! I also watched another reviewer who did a comparison, when you zoom in, apparently from f/1.8-5 on the 1.8G, there's some color fringing too. but overall yes, all the information I was able to gather including yours I think the 1.8S native Z lens will be a better investment long run . Thanks again!
@@haurjie I will chime in, if a little late, and say that the manual focus throw distance is lacking. Very short distance to spin the ring from minimum focus to infinity. Also feels a bit cheap so being buttery smooth on rack focus is difficult. I love Tokina's 100mm 2.8 for the opposite. Large smooth ring means buttery smooth focus pulls. Use that more than any AF features in my b-roll for wedding videography.
I just ordered this lens,can’t wait until I get it!
It's an amazing lens! Enjoy it!
Bought one for climbing and photographing buddies climbing , didnt want to trash my 1.4, and theres honestly no difference but a fraction of a stop , weight and outer build quality , anyone mentioning colour rendition is different must still be using film ! NOBODY can say ohh you'v used the 1.8 to take that , they havnt compared the two or they'd know better.
Yep, 100% agreed. It's so hard to tell the difference.
I love using this lens, but shooting into the light (backlit hair etc), it can produce some CA, which is not always easy to completely remove. This may just be my copy of course, but overall, it does produce some very pleasingly sharp images. For the price, it is amazing.
Hey! I agree about the CA in backlit subjects. You can get it 'removed' from Lightroom/Photoshop. Which is what I do. But 99% of my images end on up social media so it's pretty hard to tell too. Thanks for sharing!
I am sure guys one day i m going to buy this lense which is gonna help me a lot to improve my photography skills and to crash my limits
It's an amazing lens!
I have both 1.4 and 1.8g , theres no difference at all ,
@@joekelly9369 Well the 1.8 does have 2/3 better light input for evening photos
i have this lens and to be honest i have used it once since the last 4 years.maybe because at the time i purchased it i was still learning how to use my camera. i have been hooked on using my 50mm Sigma art lens for 90% of my work. i tried using the Nikon 85mm 1.8g lens the other day and i saw a bunch of noise in my photos i shot indoors natural light. i want the Nikon 85 1.8g lens to grow on me i really do. i decided to leave it on my camera and just shoot with that for a while and hope i end up loving it as much as my sigma lens lol
I can buy it from you
Sounds like an operator error versus the lens being bad. Lenses don’t produce noise…that I know of.
85mm 1.8g paired with nikon D800 is such a beast combo
Thanks for the review. I just got this lens used today. Can't wait to try it out on my Z6.
Hope you enjoy it! It's my go to for portraits for my Z6! :D
Hi, do you use the FTZ adapter for this then?
The 3D pop with this lens and my D700 astonishing! You have to be careful shooting subjects that don't have perfect skin due to the sharpness of the lens and that's wide open @ 1.8!!!
Agreed!
I like to know with the ftz adapter to this lens, does af takes a slight,moderate,or big hit? Thank you.
The AF is actually excellent on the Z bodies. I love it on my Z6!
On the first pic. Of the model full head to toe portrait. How far did you stand? I am debating on getting the 50mm or 85mm. F1.8
I was maybe about 15-18 feet away. I don't quite remember. But I wasn't too far away. That was shot on my Z6 too so if you're shooting on a DX (crop sensor) camera, then you'll probably have to be back further. I feel like the 50mm is much better for portraits if you have a crop sensor camera. The 85mm is pretty 'tight' on a crop sensor camera.
@@BoostLeekdMedia awesome! thank you!!
Thanks for the review. I've just placed an order for a near mint example of this lens from ebay UK for £227.
Looking forward to using it on my D850...
Thank you! That's a good price for the 85 1.8G lens. Enjoy it!
Excuse me! Do you know if it is compatible with Nikon D500?
Yes it is! The 85mm is amazing!
@@BoostLeekdMedia Thanks for your help!👍
Would it work with the Nikon Z50, which has no stabilizer too? Is this a problem?
As long as you have the FTZ adapter, it should work 100% with the Z50.
@@BoostLeekdMedia But ist not stabilized …
@@fraglutz Just make sure your shutter speed is above or faster than 1/250. I wouldn't be afraid to use iso1000-6400 on the Z50 too.
Is this will work in D5600 model? since the lens is FX not DX? Appreciate your response
It will work with the D5600. This is a FX lens but you can use any Nikon FX lens on a DX camera. Thanks for watching!
Yes bro it will work i also have a d5600 and im going toown a 85mm 1.8g next week....
All F lenses are still good lenses. It's all about what you need, how much you are willing to spend for improvements on newer models.
Agreed. Heck, even some of the Nikon 'D' lenses are pretty phenomenal too. I feel like the more modern lenses are much better but if you're not worried about pixel peeping or '100% sharpness', the older lenses are just as good.
My favourite Nikon G lens!
I just purchased one that is brand new in the box for $350. I can't wait to get it....3 days!
Ohhh! Hope you like it! The 85 is my go-to portrait lens.
how is the vr that comes from the z6? does it do well since the lens doesnt have it.
The VR is good, especially if you have steady hands. Depending on how still I am, I can get decent handheld pics at 1/10 shutter speed.
I have this lens in my d600 and i love it... it´s impressive how sharp photos i can take
Would it be good for a Nikon d3200 I been eyeing this lens out for a minute
Oh yeah, definitely! Just make sure you have some space with that lens.
@@BoostLeekdMedia what you mean by space
@@4uckuuuuu i guess it depends what you're photographing actually. Space as in distance between you and your subject.
Yes, thanks for this. I have it and I agree with every point you made. 👌
I bought it originally for use with a Nikon F100. I really want to use Kodak Portra for ever. But now because of a battery drain in the F100, it will be the portrait prime on the Sony A7Rii. Still a happy combination. ☆☆☆☆☆
Great to hear!
I could only imagine the results of the 85mm on the F100. I use my 50mm on my N80 and have no complaints.
Thank you.
Nice review.
Glad you liked it!
I have this lens and i love it! I'm using the lens with my d750! I's worth the upgrade on the z6? I want a mirorless camera!
Nice! Hmm, it depends. If you're wanting to do more videos, the Z6 is a really nice upgrade. If you're doing more photography, the D750 still holds up REALLY well. I love my Z6 but it definitely drains the battery much faster than my old D750!
I’m planning to sell every lens I bought for my mirrorless crop sensor (including it), accessories, etc just to get me the D810 with this lens or Sony a7R III with the Samyang 85mm f1.4 🤷🏻♂️
But if you’re planning to use it for video you can consider go mirrorless with newer stuff.
85 mm 1.8g is compatible with Nikon D3100?
Yes, it is! :D
Still love mine, bought it 4 years ago. Using it on a Z6 as well.
Nice! This is my go-to Portrait lens on my Z6!
Same here. Z6 has the 85mm and the d750 has the 50mm
Hey how does this lens works with the z body? The autofocus works good?
Yes it does! I love using this 85 on my Z6!
It's my always on for portrait and candid shoots. Excellent for street photography. I use it on my D7100.
I have been using my Nikkor 24-120mm for portraits with excellent results. And, it has VR. So, I'm not sure I want the 85 i.8, because i do very little low light portrait shooting.
I've heard many great things about the 24-120 as well. I guess with the 85mm 1.8, it just really depends on your style of photography too. That 24-120 is also much more versatile than this 85 prime.
I still love my 85mm 1.8g lens. It still holds up well on my z6 that I’ve not considered the z mount 85mm. I’ll just wait for the z mount 85mm 1.2
Nice! Good to know! I'm also waiting for the 85 1.2 as well
I see you go from F1.8 to Like F2.6. Would someone mind explaining what the difference is? Like the lower and for it to be higher? Please!
It's a bit difficult to explain via words. But in a simple explanation, the higher the aperture, the more 'bokeh' you will get. Bokeh is blurring the background from your subject to get the 3D effect. Also to add, the higher the aperture (for example, at F/1.8) the more light comes through the lens. The lower the aperture (F/2.8), there is less light coming through the lens and onto the camera sensor.
The article here explains aperture quite well
photographylife.com/what-is-aperture-in-photography#:~:text=to%20aperture%20below.-,What%20is%20Aperture%3F,the%20lens%20or%20the%20camera.
@@BoostLeekdMedia Howdy, Thank you for taking the time to comment. So, with that in mind, this lens would blend everything in the backroom more then, Right? And if so, Would you think this would be perfect for doing photo shoots of cars/people? Nikon AF S NIKKOR 85mm f/1.8G Fixed Lens with Auto Focus for Nikon DSLR Cameras
Hi, is this any good in 2024 does anyone know?? Cheers
Yes! It definitely still is :D I just used it at family photoshoot this past weekend. The 85 F/1.8G is a fantastic lens, especially for portraits.
Thank you for this. I just clicked buy on my Amazon cart. I also am a Z6 user and was wondering the performance of the 85mm on it.
It's my go-to on my Z6 for portraits. The 85 on the Z6 works great. The AF is actually pretty good too!
@@BoostLeekdMedia Hi, do you use the FTZ adapter for it?
@@edbayliss1862 yes, I did use the FTZ adapter. This lens with the FTZ adapter works excellent on the Z cameras.
Is it good for portrait autofocus I'm currently using Nikon 5300
Yes! It's an awesome portrait lens for the D5300.
Is it sharp when i use always auto focus for portrait
@@geovannetumandao3588 It's pretty sharp :)
Has anyone tried this lens with Nikon D5600? Im planning to buy one
You can still use it with the D5600. If you love doing portraits, the 85 is a solid choice.
2021 after selling 90% of my Nikon gear. I kept this with D700 and 50mm1.8D
Nice! Loved my old D700!
I have sold all nikon gear then went to canon didny like that then bought D700 + 50 1.8D now i ll keep it as long as it works, thinking to add 85 1.8g.
@@PunjabiGymBeats Great combo
Hey, man. I went for the Sigma 85 1.4 Art and I kinda regret as it is very heavy, the focus is slower and though it has some ups on image quality, it's freaking heavy and huge. Plus, it means a ton of extra work on the editing afterwards 🤷🏻♂️
Ah, yeah. The Sigma 85 Art is super nice but it's such a big lens too. I've used the Sigma 85 Art and while it's such a beast, it's just so big and heavy after a while. The Nikon 85 feels really balanced on my Z6.
@@BoostLeekdMedia same happens to me with the 50 1.4G. I went all in for the Sigma Art extra quality, but just does not pay off when it comes to the type of photography I usually do 🤷🏻♂️🙄
I like how sigma lens boosted in sharpness, but the weights turns me off in some way.
Is this lens ok for video?
It's a bit narrow but you can definitely use it for videos.
Just got one basically new on offerup for $150😁😍 going to use it with my z5🙌🏼
Nice! It's a fun lens! Enjoy it!
Can I use this to Nikon d3100???
Yes you can! :D I used it on my D3100
1.8 over the 1.4??
Only if you don't have the budget for the 1.4G
@@BoostLeekdMedia I've been reading reviews that the 1.8 is sharper and the 1.4 sucks. What's your thoughts on that
How is it for concert photography
You can get tighter shots with the 85, especially if you're near the stage. It's excellent for lowlight situations too.
I use it for concert photography pretty often. It's amazing!
@@Sondragonkid Nice!!
Aye man can you do a video about the D7000 being a good camera in 2020. I just want to know because I got one recently.
I've been trying to get my hands on one actually. lol. But yeah, it definitely still holds up!
BoostLeekd Media Oh nice. But aye thanks for responding man. Also because of your vids this lens, the 50mm 1.8G lens, and the 35mm 1.8G DX lens are lenses I’m looking to purchase in the future now after I seen your videos about them. It helped me out a lot because I couldn’t decide on what lens to buy lol. any who, thanks for the video man!
@@michaellazo5296 eyyy! thanks for watching Michael. I appreciate it!
Can you do a video on mobile flash set ups?
Working on it :) Mobile flash, I'm assuming it's also known as Off Camera Flash. I did a review on the Godox AD200 but I'll definitely create a video about off camera flash. Thanks for watching!
@@BoostLeekdMedia See. That's how bad I need it. Yes! Off camera flash. I'll check i
t now.
Thanksss!
You're welcome! Thanks for watching :)
@@BoostLeekdMedia 🤗
haha brilliant your photos prove my point entirely , why i got rid of the 1.4 for the quality of the 1.8 and price .. you rarely get to use 1.4 OR 1.8 even at 2.8 -4 background blurr is great .. no pro.s get to use 1.4 - 1.8 light is rarely that in your favour and distance for head and shoulders the widest apertures dont give the dof you need from ears to nose .. just doesnt happen . this video proves it , real world photos
Totally agree. Thanks for watching!
Thanks for this! Same boat bruv! Almost got to swap my 70200 2.8 for 85mm 1.8 i will not now.. f4 is tact sharp to 5.6 i barely use 1.8 if i got one.. cheers from philippines 🇵🇭
Is it me - or is the totally unnecessary music REALLY distracting? Had to bail out in less than 2 minutes...
Planning to get this lens a long with nikon D7500 :D
It's an amaaazing lens. Enjoy it!
I’m thinking about buying this for my Nikon d7500
Do it! Especially if you're doing portraits. It's an awesome portrait lens.
I Have Nikon D7500 still Learning it. Great Camera
BoostLeekd Media I just bought it for my D7500!! Mine is coming tomorrow!!
Did you buy it?
I just bought this lens and I am using a nikon d3400
Nice! Enjoy it!
NOW I BUY IT 🤪
I can't find the lens anywhere for less than $475, but it was a whole $50 cheaper in this video! Why is this lens getting more expensive over time?
What camera websites are you browsing? I have seen a few used ones on KEH, B&H, Adorama and Amazon being sold for under $375.
These lenses usually stick to their value and the ones I have seen for $300 are sold REAL fast. As for getting expensive over time, it could just be Black Friday marketing right now.
@@BoostLeekdMedia I have been searching Amazon, KEH, and Best Buy for the lens and they are all at least $475 for a new, not refurbished, lens. I just purchased a new one from Walmart.com which had it listed on "clearance" for $425 and had the original price marked at $475. Were the lenses you found for $375 new or refurbished? I am looking at KEH and B&H and Adorama, but can't find any for the price you found them at.
@@victorias1209 Ah, okay. Brand new, that's what they cost. I bought mine used.
@@BoostLeekdMedia I have never gotten a used lens, do you think they are still worth it?
@@victorias1209 100% worth it, especially if the lenses are in great condition. Bought all of my Nikon lenses used except for my Nikon Z lenses.
?? This lens will always be relevant
100%. I'm still debating about getting the 85mm 1.4D too. The prices on the 1.4D is falling.
Sounds to me that it's still good in 2024 too.
100%!
Thank u 👌🌹
You're welcome and thanks for watching!
If you want a pinnacle DSLR of Nikon, you gotta get a D700, you'll sell your D750 and/or stop using it😂 and the CSC AKA mirrorless.
Good in 2020.......2030........2040"....."....................................forever
I just bought it and no idea wtf I’m doing lol
lol best way to learn with it is to use it. There isnt a "perfect" setting for this lens since it really depends on the amount of light you're working with. If its daylight outside, put the camera in "aperture mode" and put the aperture at F/1.8 and start taking pics. I hope this helps!
TH-cam it's your friend.......some times.
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can we use it both on dx and fx format?
Yes. You can use this lens on a DX and FX camera. :D