AF-S DX Micro-NIKKOR
40mm f/2.8G
This standard DX-format close-up lens captures stunning details at any distance including details practically impossible to detect with the human eye at 1X magnification.
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AF-S DX Micro-NIKKOR 40mm f/2.8G
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LOVE IT! BEST MICRO LENS!!
This is my first Micro-lens and i absolutely love it. Comparing it to the other lenses it much more cheaper and it gets the job done! If you are thinking about taking close-up pictures and want something inexpensive you are looking in the right place. I recommend this lens ! :)
May 17, 2012
Awesome lens. Great price.
I wanted a lens that would allow me to do close-up and take great portrait pictures at an affordable price. Not at all disappointed.
May 16, 2012
Most fun
I wanted an inexpensive macro lens. This is it.
All the required extra effort and precision needed for macro photography pays off in the end.
Any issues you may experience using this lens are macro photography issues, not lens issues.
Very quickly I realized to maximize this lens, the R1 Wireless Close-Up Speedlight System is a
must(my camera has commander mode). I have taken great shots without the R1, but I recommend it strongly for the light required at smaller aperture settings. Higher ISO speeds defeat the amazing sharpness of this great little lens. Buy the R1, shoot at ISO 100. Don't tell Nikon how sharp it is...
they might raise the price.
The R1 removes most constraints associated with macro photography. Depth off field is the thing.
An extremely sharp lens. This lens has whet my appetite for the Nikkor AF-S VR II 105mm f/2.8 Micro IF-ED which would be a perfect versatile all around prime lens for portraits and macro.
If I was just starting out and wanted prime lenses, I'd buy the Micro series lenses and have the best of both worlds.
May 14, 2012
One of the best lenses ever!
I bought this lens as a macro lens, but soon discovered that I ended up using it for everything. Image quality is unbelievable, and I cannot fault it in any way. This was a pleasant surprise, as I did not expect anything near this standard considering the price.
Build quality is great, and although not built like one of the gold ring lenses, it is on a par with the 35mm f/1.8G and 50mm Gs. Like the 35mm, it is very light and compact, and it makes a nice change to use such a small lens without compromising on image quality!
Focus speed is actually rather fast and very accurate. When using this lens for landscape/portrait shots (with the focus limiter switched on), focusing seems instantaneous.
I have both this lens and the 35mm DX, and can honestly say that I would pick the 40mm over the 35mm every time. It may not be as fast as the 35mm, but the close focusing ability is very useful, even when I'm not doing 1:1 images.
With image quality close to pro lenses, full 1:1 focus capabilities and such a compact body, this has to be one of the best lenses ever!
March 27, 2012
Fabulous lens!!!
This is my first macro lens. Brought it home today and couldn't believe how amazing it is! Lightweight but hardworking. Took stunning close-ups as well as incredible portraits. I really wish I would have bought this lens sooner. I am extremely pleased with this lens, especially for the price.
March 16, 2012
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in a specific and simple way, D1 , D1x , D1H , D2 , D2X , D2Xs , D2Hs , D40 , D40x , D50 , D60 , D70 , D70s , D80 , D90 , D100 , D300 , D300s , D200 , D3000 , D3100 , D5000 , D5100 , D7000.
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All DX camerasJul 29, 2011 by
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Technically, any of the DSLR cameras Nikon sells today. However, as a DX lens, it is best suited for the Nikon D300s and below. Any camera with a cropped sensor (not a full frame sensor) will get a true field of view specific to a 40mm lens. If you use a Nikon D700 or up (full frame sensor), then the field of view will not be true specific to a 40mm lens.Jul 23, 2011 by
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Kevin
Royal Oak, Michigan
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Royal Oak, Michigan
Age: 35-44
Favorite Subject: Landscape
Nikon Family: 6-10 years
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
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This lens will work with any DX format camera and that includes: D90, D300s, D3000, D3100, D5000, D5100, and the D7000. This lens can also work with the FX format and that includes the D3x, D3s, and the D700. Note* when using this lens on an FX camera the camera will be using a smaller portion of the sensor.Jul 13, 2011 by
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popcoleproductions
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Favorite Subject: Portrait
Nikon Family: 0-1 years
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All Nikon's Digital SLRs. Most AF Nikon's 35mm film cameras.Jul 13, 2011 by
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Marc W.
Dallas, TX
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AF-S DX Micro-NIKKOR 40mm f/2.8G
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I'm confused between 50mm f/1.8G and 40mm f/2.8G micro. I need sharper, crisper, detailed human face. So which one is better?
7 months ago
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Sayed
India
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Nikon Family: 0-1 years
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If you don't have any interest in macro, I would recommend the 50mm, it's a great little lens and very sharp at f8 and up.Dec 28, 2011 by
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Djones846w
Annapolis, MD, USA
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Annapolis, MD, USA
Age: 55-65
Favorite Subject: Landscape
Nikon Family: 2-5 years
Experience: Less than a month
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
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Please click on the link below for the lens simulator; it will help you to make the decision on what lens you need.http://www.nikonusa.com/Nikon-Produ...
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AF-S DX Micro-NIKKOR 40mm f/2.8G
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what lens should i get, micro 40mm 2.8 or the 50mm 1.8g?
i cant decide, i love shooting macro and would really enjoy it but i am also looking to do some serious portrait shooting
10 months ago
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My answer is 40mm f/2.8g micro nikkor. 50mm 1.8g is definitely faster than 40mm 2.8g. But otherhand, 40 is sharper, crisper, more colorful, more versatile and slightly more resolutioned (Please see dxomarks lab test) than 50. I've just owned this and promise, IQ is excellent on all its apertures. This would be the right choice to budget DX shooters, who not intended to work in low light. Please look some fotos below. Also note that all these pictures are jpeg pictures, no post process or retouch and directly from Nikon D5100 with 40mm f/2.8G AF-S micro nikkor . And one thing, as I am newbie in photography, please don't postmortum the fotos.Sample Photos & Videos
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India
Age: 25-34
Favorite Subject: Family & Friends
Nikon Family: 0-1 years
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Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
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The 50mm lens is not a Macro lens is recommended fro traveling and landscaping. The Micro-NIKKOR 40mm is ideal for shooting general close-ups, delicate flowers, detailed collectables, copy photography, portraits, landscapes and more.Has staff answer
AF-S DX Micro-NIKKOR 40mm f/2.8G
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Will this lens accept and autofocus with the TC-xxE teleconverters?
10 months ago
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This lens is not compatible with any of our current teleconverters.
AF-S DX Micro NIKKOR 40mm f2.8G
10 months ago
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Shaun
Dallas
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Dallas
Favorite Subject: Travel
Nikon Family: 2-5 years
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The new AF-S DX Micro-NIKKOR 40mm f/2.8G was release a last week back and it’s usually available after 30 to 45 days after release date. You may want to check with your local dealer or keep visiting our Nikon store.10 months ago
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schtoink
Age: 25-34
Favorite Subject: Nature
Nikon Family: 2-5 years
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
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Yes, this lens is compatible with the D40.10 months ago
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photographoer
SA
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SA
Age: Under 18
Favorite Subject: Nature
Nikon Family: 0-1 years
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Yes, this lens is fully compatible with the D3100.Has staff answer
AF-S DX Micro-NIKKOR 40mm f/2.8G
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will this lens work with the nikon d40 like all the features it comes with?
10 months ago
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Yes, this lens is compatible with the D40.Has staff answer
AF-S DX Micro-NIKKOR 40mm f/2.8G
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Should I get this lens instead of the nikon 60mm af-s micro for the nikon d3000?
Is it true that this lens with D3000 (Dx) is equal in Field of view (focal length) to the 60 mm af-s. If that is true, wouldn't it be better to get the nikon 40mm af-s micro lens over the 60mm. Or are there other differences?
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The Maximum Angle of View (DX-format) in the AF-S DX Micro-NIKKOR 40mm f/2.8G is 38°50' and in the AF-S Micro Nikkor 60mm f/2.8G ED Maximum Angle of View (DX-format) 26°30'.
Hi,
I bought P5100 Coolpix camera from B&H some years back. I am not very happy with the images especially with Zoom capabilities, closeups and sharpness of the pictures.
Could you please suggest if I can buy any lens that gives me all these and is also reasonable at price. But I want to make sure that it is really worth buying so is asking in Nikon's website.
Please help with my query.
I bought P5100 Coolpix camera from B&H some years back. I am not very happy with the images especially with Zoom capabilities, closeups and sharpness of the pictures.
Could you please suggest if I can buy any lens that gives me all these and is also reasonable at price. But I want to make sure that it is really worth buying so is asking in Nikon's website.
Please help with my query.
9 months ago
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Adhar
Nashvilles, TN
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Nashvilles, TN
Age: 25-34
Favorite Subject: Nature
Nikon Family: 2-5 years
Experience: More than a year
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
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The P5100 doesnt have interchangeable lenses so there is nothing available for it.
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AF-S DX Micro-NIKKOR 40mm f/2.8G Review
by Shun CheungSeptember 2011
Photo.net posted Shun Cheung’s review of the AF-S DX Micro-NIKKOR 40mm f/2.8G lens on its website, touting the sharpness of the lens. Cheung noted that the lens “is very sharp from corner to corner, similar to most macro lenses,” adding, “It is both excellent focused to infinity and to close distances.” Cheung said of the macro end of the lens, “AF-S is snappy and you can manually override it without switching off auto focus.” Cheung concluded: “For casual photographers and semi-serious photographers who would like an affordable lens for some close up work, the new AF-S DX Micro-NIKKOR 40mm f/2.8G is a surprisingly excellent lens.
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AF-S DX Micro-NIKKOR 40mm f/2.8G Review
by Andrew AlexanderSeptember 2011
Andrew Alexander posted his review of the AF-S DX Micro-NIKKOR 40mm f/2.8G on the SLRGear Review website, touting the quality of the lens. “Results for sharpness were excellent,” he said, adding, “Small, economical and excellent performance—there’s a lot to like here.”
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AF-S DX Micro-NIKKOR 40mm f/2.8G Review
by Gordon LaingJanuary 2012
Gordon Laing posted his review of the Nikon AF-S DX Micro-NIKKOR 40mm f/2.8G lens, giving it a "Recommended" rating. Laing found the lens "delivers excellent performance with very contrasty and sharp images center to corner at every aperture at normal shooting distances." Noting the short working distance that the lens requires for macro shooting, he found the price and performance of the lens to be excellent. He concluded by stating that the lens is a great value for owners of Nikon DX format D-SLRs who want to explore macro photography.
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AF-S DX Micro-NIKKOR 40mm f/2.8G Review
by Julia SilberFebruary 2012
Julia Silber posted her review of the AF-S DX Micro-NIKKOR 40mm f/2.8G lens on the Popular Photography magazine's website, touting the quality of the lens as well as its affordability. "In both capability and cost, this close-up lens is a gift to DX-format Nikon shooters," she said. Silber noted that the lens is compact, light, and that the "subject magnification at the closest focusing distance came in at greater than 1:1." She concluded by saying that the AF-S DX Micro-NIKKOR 40mm f/2.8G "is a perfect everyday lens with a crucial trick up its sleeve—1:1 macro power."
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