Product Description

Get better pictures from your digital SLR with this Nikon USA: AF-S Micro-NIKKOR 60mm f/2.8G ED lens. With its two aspherical lens elements, lens aberrations are rare. And if you need to take a picture fast, the Silent Wave Motor produces high-speed and quiet autofocus operation. And its Nano Crystal Coat eliminates most internal reflections across a wide range of wavelengths for even greater image integrity.

Faster, smoother autofocusing and eliminates barrel length changes and front element rotation Virtually eliminates internal reflections across a wide range of wavelengths Superior color performance, while substantially reducing ghosting and flare Optimized for edge-to-edge sharpness on both the Nikon FX-format (23.9 x 36mm) and DX-format image sensors Rounded 9-blade diaphragm for more natural appearance of out-of-focus image elements M/A Focus Mode allows fast, smooth transitions, autofocus to manual operation Focal length - 60mm Maximum aperture - f/2.8 Minimum aperture - f/32 Lens construction - 12 elements in 9 groups (with one ED glass lens, two aspherical lenses, one with Nano Crystal Coat) Picture angle - 39° 40' (26°30' with Nikon DX format) Closest focus distance - 0.185 m/0.6 ft. (life-size) Maximum reproduction ratio - 1.0x (life-size) Filter/attachment size - 62 mm Diameter x length - Approximately 2.9 x 3.5 inches Weight - Approximately 15 oz. Supplied accessories - LC-62 62mm Snap-on front lens cap, LF-1Rear lens cap, HB-42 Bayonet hood, CL-1018 Flexible lens pouch Optional accessories - 62mm screw-in filters, including circular polarizing filter

Product Details

• Brand: Nikon
• Model: 2177
• Dimensions: 3.50" h x 2.90" w x 2.90" l, .94 pounds

Features

• Compact for close-up, copy work and general photography
• Continuous autofocus from infinity to life-size
• Accurate, high-speed and quiet autofocus operation
• 2 aspherical elements virtually eliminate lens aberration even at the widest aperture
• Glass element minimizes chromatic aberration

Amazon.com Product Description
Ideal for close-up shots, copy work, and general photography, the Nikon 60mm f/2.8G ED AF-S lens is optimized for edge-to-edge sharpness on both Nikon FX format and DX format image sensors. The lens is equipped with an exclusive Silent Wave Motor (SWM) that enables accurate, quiet, high-speed autofocus operation. The lens's pair of aspherical elements, meanwhile, virtually eliminate coma and other types of aberration even at the widest aperture. Add in an extra-low-dispersion (ED) glass element--which effectively minimizes chromatic aberration--and your photos will enjoy superior sharpness and color correction regardless of the subject. Other details include an internal focusing (IF) design that enables the use of polarizers and speed-light systems; a Nano Crystal Coat that virtually eliminates reflections across a wide range of wavelengths for even greater image integrity; a Super Integrated Coating (SIC) that substantially reduces ghosting and flare; a rounded nine-blade diaphragm that makes out-of-focus image elements appear more natural; and a M/A focus mode that allows you to quickly transition between autofocus and manual operation.

Specifications

• Focal length: 60mm
• Maximum aperture: f/2.8
• Minimum aperture: f/32
• Autofocus: Yes
• Silent Wave Motor (SWM): Yes
• Compatible formats: FX, DX, FX in DX crop mode, 35mm film
• Vibration reduction: No
• Distance information: Yes
• ED glass elements: Yes
• Super Integrated Coating: Yes
• Nano Crystal Coat: Yes
• Internal focusing: Yes
• Rear focusing: No
• De-focus control: No
• Close-range correction: No
• Manual/auto focus mode: Yes
• Minimum focusing distance: 0.6 feet
• Angle of view: 39 degrees @ 40 feet
• Lens construction: 12 elements in 9 groups
• ED elements: 1
• Maximum reproduction ratio: 1x
• Filter type: 62mm screw-on
• Mount type: Nikon F-bayonet
• Lens case: CL-1018
• Lens hood: HB-42
• Dimensions: 2.9 inches in diameter and 3.5 inches long
• Weight: 15 ounces
• Warranty: 1 year

Customer Reviews

Great lens
Makes a great portrait lens - would have been better if f/1.8 - but will have to make do - build quality is very good - sharp as a tack. Find I am using it as my prime lens.Great on D40 or D60.

Fantastic Macro
I would love to give this lens a 5 star rating for its performance but since it stopped working less than 3 months after I recieved it, I will have to rate it down one star. Otherwise this is my favorite macro for close up work (I am a wedding photographer and use this primarily for wedding ring shots). The focusing is fast and accurate and silent. The bokeh is quite pleasing. I feel that this lens 'searches' less than the 105 VR which was the other lens I was contemplating on buying. I feel that this is a far superior lens than the old and 105 and the best bang for your buck!

It's the one that I was looking for!!
There's nothing to say but perfect! It's my first Micro lens and really worth it. I compared the price with other websites and J&R was the cheapest. And yes, it's Nikon USA version. Shortest range taking picture is 0.185m(0.61ft) as you know. For close-up picture it's about 0.05m(0.165ft) closest that you could reach(I've tested). / Cons; After close-up shot, it takes time to AF in normal range.