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Nikon NIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.2 S Lens

SKU: NKZ8512 MFR: 20114
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Key Features

  • Capture stunning portraits with the NIKKOR Z 85mm lens' incredible f/1.2 maximum aperture.
  • Experience exceptional sharpness and clarity across the entire frame with this prime lens.
  • Create beautiful bokeh with the 11-blade diaphragm, perfect for dreamy, artistic shots.
  • Achieve fast, accurate autofocus thanks to the advanced STM (stepping motor) technology.
  • The robust build quality ensures reliability for professional use in various conditions.
  • Enjoy edge-to-edge sharpness, ideal for full-frame cameras, with aspherical lens elements.
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SANJAY P : Shipping date?
Shopper : Why Did You Choose This?COURTNEY M : Upgrading for my Z8, this was top of my list for new glass!IMRAN H : One of the best selling Nikon lensSHANNON M : photography businessLONG T : I love portraitsALEXANDER C : I wanted to purchase a native Portrait Z Mount LensLAURENCE F : Bokeh!JUAN E : Hobbyist portrait, photographerJAMES S : Portraits and Lifestyle shootingJulio A : The Nikkor Z mount is awesome and this 85mm with the 1.2 aperture will be a dreamRHONDA S : GOAT of all camera lenses.DANG T : Raving Reviews and My first true prime f1.2 lens and i'm shooting more portrait imagesJAMES T : I used it at WPPI and it was beautiful.DAVID D : I wanted itAARON H S : The best portrait lens made.THU HUYNH THI L : Great len for portrait. I must to have it for every wedding shoot.SAMARESH M : Low light portraits. Marriage and event photography.BRYAN S : I bought into the hype and love portrait photography. The 85mm focal length with the 1.2 aperture pushes the limit. Can't wait to put this on a Nikon Z8 down the road.William S : Outstanding initial reviews.MICHAEL H : portraitsAUDREY G : For portrait photographyCRISTOBAL Y : I have a Nikkon Z9 and wanted a premier portrait lens with low light capabilities.DREW H : I am ready to upgrade my Sigma ART 85mm. Looking forward to this lens!CLIFFORD C : My most used focal length for portraits and with the fast aperture, ideal for outside portrait work.DAVID W : Great portraitsBIRUK A : Weddings, portraits, Bokeh, Low light portraitJOHN G : PortraitSTEPHEN O : Perfect match for my Z9

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Review Summary

2024-10-01T06:29:58

Rated 5 out of 5

Big, heavy, expensive, but?

I haven't tried this one for action shots, but for anything else, if your shot comes out poorly, you probably did something wrong. Love this lens.

David C.

2024-05-16T08:44:46

Rated 5 out of 5

If you have the money buy this lens. If you need an 85mm for your profession you must buy this lens.

Outstanding quality. It's been great for events where I have room to step back. Exelent lowlight performance.

George B.

2024-04-02T08:19:33

Rated 5 out of 5

Get it

Love it more than I thought. I had the Z mount 85mm F1.8 and watched the videos suggesting that was sharper than the F1.2. Thankfully I thought better of it and bought the lens. It's a magic maker. I love it. I've had Nikon lenses for 30 years. Constantly upgrading and amassed over 10 great lenses. And my F mount 85 was my all time favorite. I still love it, but I'll not miss it. It's been replaced!

ERIC H.

2024-03-27T10:48:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Superb concert lens!

Coupled with the Z9, this is an unbeatable concert lens! Focus is fast and accurate, delivering sharp images, even wide open with moving subjects. I could not be more pleased!

Gordon R.

2024-03-07T03:38:18

Rated 5 out of 5

Worth every penny.

Stunning piece of glass. Very fast autofocus and renders colors and contrast better than any other piece of Nikon glass I own (not to say any of them are slouches). Not a fan of 85mm focal length but this pulls me out of my comfort zone and get creative. Bravo Nikon.

David S.

2024-02-02T11:01:31

Rated 5 out of 5

Fantastic portrait lens!

Such a beautiful piece of glass . Lets in lots of light and you can take photos in low light. Creates fantastic portraits. Happy with the purchase.

HUSSEIN A.

2023-11-24T08:52:06

Rated 5 out of 5

The King of Portrait Lenses

A picture's worth a thousand words as they say. This holds especially true for this lens. The sharpness and separation of the background and subject is staggering. Even during a race with fast moving subjects, it's unbelievable how sharp and focused it is. It's expensive, but you definitely get what you pay for. If you're looking to elevate your photography game and give your clients the best of the best, look no further. This is it.

Brandon B.

2023-10-24T19:17:03

Rated 5 out of 5

Literally the best prime!

The most incredible lens I have used in my 8 yeaes experience as a professional photographer

KaliB

2023-06-29T05:04:42

Rated 5 out of 5

Nikon Z85mm 1.2s Lens

This is a great lens. I've had this sense early April 2023. You can find reviews online for a more in-depth review. The 85mm 1.2 is mounted on my Z9 ,it is well balanced and feels great in my hands. The separation of subject to back ground is amazing at 1.2 aperture, the subject pops and is sharp while the background just disappears. The resolve of this lens is awesome the detail in landscapes will amaze you. This lens is great for portraits and does landscapes and night photography very well. the attached photos were both shot at 1.2 aperture .

Rick B.

2023-05-16T14:25:46

Rated 5 out of 5

Best portrait lens

Great portraiture lens! Beautiful Bokeh!

James S.

2023-04-22T02:25:30

Rated 5 out of 5

The pro lens that I have been waiting for

This is the lens I have been waiting for as a long time Nikon shooter and launch day/early Z mount mirrorless adopter. This lens is beautifully designed and has a great weight to it, not much more different than the 50mm f1.2. This is truly a premium lens, worthy of the "Superior" badge. I recently had a photo shoot that ran into the night hours. I typically dislike shooting at night. Having to boost ISO or using light that will leave your background completely underexposed if you are not careful. Also having to shoot at slower shutter speeds can become very cumbersome and limiting. With the f/1.2 max aperture of this lens, I was able to use a light wand to illuminate my subjects while preserving the dimly lit environment for context and depth. The bokeh is very dreamy, and before now, my favorite lens for creamy bokeh was from the adapted 105mm f1.4. The improved working distance of 85mm and the faster 1.2 aperture greatly improves my workflow. Stopping down the aperture still yields some very sharp and amazing images, but if you pay this much for a pro level lens with a 1.2 aperture, I assume you may want to shoot at that 1.2 as much as possible. Otherwise the 85mm f1.8 would be more than sufficient.

ANTHONY C.

2023-04-18T17:20:39

Rated 5 out of 5

Bokeh Beast

It is a bokeh beast! The lens is large, and i feel i can hide behind it, or my Z7ii body can. It's super quiet and fast and focus is sharp all around! Low light situations? No problem! It feels like holding a newborn in your hands. I've shot a wedding with it already and I'm in love with it, along with the other photogs who saw me use use it!

DANG T.

2023-03-28T21:51:03

Rated 5 out of 5

Astonishing Lens

The bokeh and blur makes the images pop up so well ...and the sharpness and rendering is extremely pleasing. In fact the pics look better than the reality. I am hobbyist and was worrying about the weight, but this isn't as heavy as I expected and feels good in the hands. It does appear much bigger with lens hood attached. Will be my primary lens for family portraits unless I am traveling long distance where 24-70 2.8S would serve the purpose.

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Nikon NIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.2 Specifications

  • Mount Type

    Nikon Z Mount

  • Lens Type

    Prime

  • Focal Length

    85mm

  • Lens Format

    Full Frame

  • Maximum Aperture

    f/1.2

  • Minimum Aperture

    f/16

  • Format

    FX

  • Maximum Angle of View

    DX-format: 18 Degree 50'
    FX-format: 28 Degree 30'

  • Maximum Reproduction Ratio

    0.11 x

  • Lens Elements

    15

  • Lens Groups

    10

  • Diaphragm Blades

    11 Rounded diaphragm opening

  • ED Glass Elements

    1

  • Aspherical Elements

    2

  • AF Actuator

    2 STM (Stepping motor)

  • Internal Focusing

    Yes

  • Minimum Focus Distance

    2.79' (0.85m) from focal plane

  • Focus Mode

    Auto/Manual

  • Filter Size

    82mm (P = 0.75 mm)

  • Accepts Filter Type

    Screw-in

  • Dimensions (Dia. x L)

    Approx. 4.1 x 5.6" (102.5 x 141.5mm) Distance to end of lens from camera lens mount flange

  • Weight

    Approx. 2.56 lbs (1.16kg)

  • UPC Code

    018208201143

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Designed For Use With:

  • Nikon Z 9
  • Nikon Z5
  • Nikon Z6
  • Nikon Z6 II
  • Nikon Z6III
  • Nikon Z7
  • Nikon Z7 II
  • Nikon Z f
  • Nikon Z8

Compatible With Restrictions:*

* If using a APS-C Lens on a Full Frame Camera OR Full-Frame Lens on a APS-C Camera then Image sensor will be narrowed down to APS-C size.

  • Nikon Z fc
  • Nikon Z30
  • Nikon Z50

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About Nikon NIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.2

FEATURED REVIEWS

Astonishing Lens

By SANDEEP Y.

The bokeh and blur makes the images pop up so well ...and the sharpness and rendering is extremely pleasing. In fact the pics look better than the reality. I am hobbyist and was worrying about the weight, but this isn't as heavy as I expected and feels good in the hands. It does appear much bigger with lens hood attached. Will be my primary lens for family portraits unless I am traveling long distance where 24-70 2.8S would serve the purpose.

The King of Portrait Lenses

By Brandon B.

A picture's worth a thousand words as they say. This holds especially true for this lens. The sharpness and separation of the background and subject is staggering. Even during a race with fast moving subjects, it's unbelievable how sharp and focused it is. It's expensive, but you definitely get what you pay for. If you're looking to elevate your photography game and give your clients the best of the best, look no further. This is it.

Z 85mm

Z 85mm f1.2.

The 85mm prime to elevate pros shooting portraiture, weddings, maternity, high fashion and boudoir. A fast f/1.2 aperture that combines breathtaking realism with dreamlike depth. Backgrounds that melt away into a soft bokeh. Beautifully flattering compression. Reliable multi-focusing AF system. All with the premium feel and rock-solid build of an S-Line NIKKOR Z lens.

Let the NIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.2 S Lens transform your photography with its classic view and exotic aperture. Ideal for professionals and hobbyists alike, this lens is perfect for portraiture, weddings, maternity, high fashion, and boudoir photography. Experience breathtaking realism and dreamlike depth, with backgrounds that melt into a soft bokeh, thanks to the large f/1.2 aperture shaped by 11 rounded blades.

This lens offers beautifully flattering compression and reliable autofocus, making it a trusted companion for capturing once-in-a-lifetime moments. The 85mm prime focal length provides an intimate yet comfortable working distance, ideal for capturing authentic human expression. The combination of the paper-thin f/1.2 plane of focus, the flattering perspective compression of 85mm, and the intense sharpness of this lens create a three-dimensional effect that immediately commands attention.

The NIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.2 S Lens is designed for use with Nikon's Z-series mirrorless cameras, known for their high image quality and sharp, detailed images. The large Z mount increases light gathering performance, allowing you to shoot in near darkness. Nikon's Nano Crystal Coat offers extraordinary tolerance to backlighting, glare, and flare, while Extra-Low Dispersion (ED) and Aspherical Lens Elements prevent color fringing and aberration.

This lens also features Nikon's Multi-Focus System with dual STM stepping motors for flawless precision, even when shooting wide open at f/1.2. The high resolution captures the fine textures of skin, hair, and fabric with lifelike precision. As an S-Line lens, the NIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.2 S offers superb optics, beautiful bokeh, advanced video features, and premium weather sealing and professional build quality.

The lens also includes a manual focus ring for smooth, precise focus transitions, and an electromagnetic diaphragm mechanism for highly accurate electronic diaphragm or aperture blade control during continuous shooting. With its advanced features and high-quality construction, the NIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.2 S Lens is a reliable choice for professional and hobbyist photographers alike.

Nikon NIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.2 Features

  • 85mm - Ideal Portrait Focal Length
  • f/1.2 - Exceptionally Fast Aperture
  • Prime - Fixed Focal Length
  • S-Line - Supreme Optics & Design
  • Z Mount - The Largest Diameter Full Frame
  • Superior rendering performance and large, beautiful bokeh
  • Expands possibilities for capturing portraits photos

Warranty Information

This product has a limited warranty of 12 months.

Key Features

  • Capture stunning portraits with the NIKKOR Z 85mm lens' incredible f/1.2 maximum aperture.
  • Experience exceptional sharpness and clarity across the entire frame with this prime lens.
  • Create beautiful bokeh with the 11-blade diaphragm, perfect for dreamy, artistic shots.
  • Achieve fast, accurate autofocus thanks to the advanced STM (stepping motor) technology.
  • The robust build quality ensures reliability for professional use in various conditions.
  • Enjoy edge-to-edge sharpness, ideal for full-frame cameras, with aspherical lens elements.

What's in the box:

  • Nikon NIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.2 S Lens
  • Front Lens Cap (LC-82B)
  • Rear Lens Cap (LF-N1)
  • Lens Hood (HB-106)
  • Lens Case (CL-C2)
  • Nikon 1 Year Limited Warranty