Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 105mm f/1.4E ED

Nikon AF-S Nikkor 105mm F1.4E ED review: The best-performing lens in the lineup below 200mm

  At around $2,199, it features a complex optical design with no fewer than 14 elements in 9 groups, and a minimum focus distance of 3.28 ft (1.0 m). The new lens includes two large-diameter extra-low dispersion glass elements, and a single aspherical surface. Externally, the lens has the same cosmetic appearance as other AF-S models in the lineup, and includes a sonic-type AF motor and wide-focus collar with full-time manual override. With a large 82mm-diameter accessory thread and measuring 4.17 x 3.72” (106 x 94.5 mm), the lens is considerably larger than the maker’s 85mm F1.4 model. It is also