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product_id: 146102190
title: "NIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.8 S | Premium large aperture 85mm portrait prime lens for Z series mirrorless cameras | Nikon USA Model"
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price: "€ 877.35"
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# f/1.8 large aperture for stunning bokeh dust & drip resistant sealing 85mm prime focal length NIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.8 S | Premium large aperture 85mm portrait prime lens for Z series mirrorless cameras | Nikon USA Model

**Brand:** nikon
**Price:** € 877.35
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 📸 Elevate your portraits to iconic status with the Nikon Z 85mm f/1.8 S — where sharpness meets soul.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** NIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.8 S | Premium large aperture 85mm portrait prime lens for Z series mirrorless cameras | Nikon USA Model by nikon
- **How much does it cost?** € 877.35 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- nikon enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted nikon brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Crystal-Clear Optics:** Incorporates 2 ED glass elements and Nano Crystal Coating for razor-sharp images with lifelike color accuracy and minimal flare.
- • **Customizable Control Ring:** Personalize your shooting experience with a versatile control ring for quick adjustments on the fly.
- • **Built to Brave the Elements:** Extensively sealed against dust and moisture so you can shoot confidently in any environment without worry.
- • **Flawless Portrait Precision:** 85mm focal length with f/1.8 aperture delivers breathtaking subject isolation and creamy bokeh that makes every portrait pop.
- • **Seamless Focus & Smooth Transitions:** Fast, accurate autofocus combined with a nine-blade diaphragm ensures silky smooth background blur and sharp subject focus every time.

## Overview

The Nikon NIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.8 S is a premium portrait prime lens designed for Z series mirrorless cameras, featuring a bright f/1.8 aperture, advanced optical elements including ED glass and Nano Crystal Coating, and robust dust and moisture resistance. Its customizable control ring and nine-blade diaphragm deliver smooth bokeh and precise control, making it a versatile choice for professional portraits, fashion, weddings, and more.

## Description

Elevated by advancements of the revolutionary Z mount, the NIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.8 s is a premium S-Line lens that blends optical ingenuity and artistic nuance. Flattering perspective. Breathtaking resolution. Stunning bokeh. Unwavering focus and lifelike accuracy compensation. This is an 85mm prime lens that will thrill and inspire those who shoot portraits, headshots, fashion, weddings, tight video shots, street photography or any situation that highlights the human form.

Review: Excellent lens. - So sharp, beautiful bokeh. Used for a portrait session and the results were great.
Review: Truly Stunning - Over the years I have used many, many short telephoto lenses and this one simply takes the cake as my favorite. It's tempting to think of this only as a portrait lens -- and it *shines* in that role (more in a bit) -- but this is a jack-of-all-trades that can be used for landscapes, cityscapes, event shooting, concerts, etc. etc. etc. Autofocus is quick and accurate on my Z7. Optically, the lens is stellar. It's just a joy to use. And yes, if you want to use this for portraits, you'll have a hard time topping it. The lens is sharp enough especially towards infinity where it's bitingly sharp. Crucially, though, in the portrait distance range, it's just soft enough to take the edge off of that sharpness to not be harsh. The bokeh is very, very pleasant but what makes it really shine is that the transition from in-focus to out-of-focus is just sooooo smooooth. It's about as graceful as the transition zone gets and it really serves to make your subject pop in ways that don't normally happen. There is a little cat's eye effect to out-of-focus specular highlights wide open, but this disappears quickly by stopping down. The aperture maintains a very circular opening at mid apertures so this helps keep the aforementioned good bokeh looking good even as you stop down. For portraits, I like to shoot this in the f2.2 to f4 range but for other subject matter, I honestly have no qualms about using it at any aperture. There may be other 85mm lenses that excel over this one at a certain style of photography (the Sony GM 85mm f1.4 is ever so slightly better at portraits, for example) but nothing I've used so far can compete with this Z lens as an all around short telephoto. So far I've been pleased with every Z lens I've purchased but this one is easily the most recommendable. Simply a stunning optic that you should run, not walk to buy. Very, very highly recommended.

## Features

- 85mm f/1.8 lens with nine blade diaphragm for soft rounded book
- Lens features 2 ED glass elements and Nano Crystal coating for lifelike accuracy
- Dust and drip resistant, the lens is extensively sealed to keep out dust and moisture
- Features customizable control ring

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B07VQWGNHR |
| Batteries | 1 AA batteries required. |
| Best Sellers Rank | #66 in Mirrorless Camera Lenses |
| Customer Reviews | 4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars (650) |
| Date First Available | July 31, 2019 |
| Item Weight | 1.04 pounds |
| Item model number | 20090 |
| Manufacturer | Nikon |
| Product Dimensions | 3.89 x 2.95 x 2.95 inches |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Nikon
- **Camera Lens Description:** 85 mm
- **Compatible Mountings:** Nikon Z
- **Focal Length Description:** Medium-Telephoto Prime Lens
- **Lens Type:** Telephoto

## Images

![NIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.8 S | Premium large aperture 85mm portrait prime lens for Z series mirrorless cameras | Nikon USA Model - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71TAE+lDU9L.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Color** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Es compatible con la Nikon z 50 ?**
A: si claro, pero debes considerar que tu cámara tiene un sensor APS-C por lo que tendrá un factor de multiplicación de 1.5x con respecto a la distancia focal. es decir tu lente entregará una imagen similar a un lente 127,5mm en un sensor full frame. 
saludos !

**Q: Is this an usa model camera with a usa warranty or this is a gray market camera?**
A: USA model with a USA warranty

**Q: Is this a gray market lens?**
A: Not the one I purchased. It came in the regular Nikon box and warranty registration card. I avoid prices that seem too good to be true. I hope this helps.

**Q: Where is it made?**
A: China.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent lens.
*by J***5 on December 13, 2025*

So sharp, beautiful bokeh. Used for a portrait session and the results were great.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Truly Stunning
*by C***Y on August 19, 2022*

Over the years I have used many, many short telephoto lenses and this one simply takes the cake as my favorite. It's tempting to think of this only as a portrait lens -- and it *shines* in that role (more in a bit) -- but this is a jack-of-all-trades that can be used for landscapes, cityscapes, event shooting, concerts, etc. etc. etc. Autofocus is quick and accurate on my Z7. Optically, the lens is stellar. It's just a joy to use. And yes, if you want to use this for portraits, you'll have a hard time topping it. The lens is sharp enough especially towards infinity where it's bitingly sharp. Crucially, though, in the portrait distance range, it's just soft enough to take the edge off of that sharpness to not be harsh. The bokeh is very, very pleasant but what makes it really shine is that the transition from in-focus to out-of-focus is just sooooo smooooth. It's about as graceful as the transition zone gets and it really serves to make your subject pop in ways that don't normally happen. There is a little cat's eye effect to out-of-focus specular highlights wide open, but this disappears quickly by stopping down. The aperture maintains a very circular opening at mid apertures so this helps keep the aforementioned good bokeh looking good even as you stop down. For portraits, I like to shoot this in the f2.2 to f4 range but for other subject matter, I honestly have no qualms about using it at any aperture. There may be other 85mm lenses that excel over this one at a certain style of photography (the Sony GM 85mm f1.4 is ever so slightly better at portraits, for example) but nothing I've used so far can compete with this Z lens as an all around short telephoto. So far I've been pleased with every Z lens I've purchased but this one is easily the most recommendable. Simply a stunning optic that you should run, not walk to buy. Very, very highly recommended.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ WOW! Best 85mm ever!
*by C***B on April 15, 2021*

You want to know why so many of us stick with Nikon? Try one of these new Z lenses and learn why. Nikon is simply making the best glass regardless of price. Combine that with their unmatched colors and overall IQ, and you've got the best system to invest in overall. I shoot with more than one system, not to mention Zeiss, Canon, Sigma ART and some Sony lenses. On my new Nikon Z7II, this 85mm prime is besting every other 85mm I own or have owned and it's not even going to be their top of the line. AF accuracy and speed is excellent, bokeh is beautiful and sharpness is stellar, surpassing my Sigma 85 ART 1.4. Basically this is exotic level performance, which is why it's priced higher than 1.8 lenses usually are. Though a F1.2 version is likely to be released, few will need anything more than this lens, which is also fairly compact and easy to handle. 100% professional level stuff with zero downsides. A must for Z system portrait work or fans of this focal length. Sony and Canon have very good 85mm lenses, but this is the winner, at least until the 1.2 is released!

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