NIKON AF DC NIKKOR 105mm f/2 D Portrait Defocus Control

This is a legendary, high-performance prime lens: the Nikon AF DC NIKKOR 105mm f/2 D. The lens is celebrated by professional portrait photographers for its incredibly fast maximum aperture and its unique Defocus Control (DC) feature.

The DC (Defocus Control) ring on the barrel allows the photographer to control the degree of spherical aberration in either the foreground (F) or background (R) elements, enabling precise manipulation of the bokeh quality and softness. This capability gives the photographer unparalleled creative control over depth-of-field separation.

With its fast f/2 aperture, exceptional sharpness, and classic 105mm focal length, it creates beautiful, three-dimensional subject isolation. As an AF-D lens, it provides autofocus with older Nikon camera bodies and works as a manual focus lens on motor-less Z-series (with adapter) and entry-level DSLRs.

Technical Specifications (Nikon AF DC NIKKOR 105mm f/2 D)

• Focal Length: 105mm (Medium Telephoto/Portrait)
• Maximum Aperture: f/2
• Lens Mount: Nikon F-Mount (AF-D)
• Feature: Defocus Control (Dedicated DC Ring)
• Optical Design: 9 elements in 7 groups
• Minimum Focus Distance: 09 meters (3 feet)
• Filter Thread: 72mm
• Year of Production: Introduced 1993

Condition Report

The lens is in Excellent (EX) cosmetic and optical condition.

• Optics: The glass elements are clean and clear. We find no fungus or haze.
• Mechanism: The Defocus Control ring, focus ring, and aperture ring all operate smoothly and precisely. The autofocus mechanism is responsive.
• Cosmetic: The barrel and textured finish are clean with minimal signs of use.
• Inclusions: Includes the original dedicated lens hood, Nikon front cap, and rear cap.