DX format shooters would have been really in desire to have this new AF-S DX 85mm Micro lens hyped with 10.8 focusing capability, with reproduction ratios up to 1:1. with its’ 127.5mm 35mm equivalent focal length and gang up with flexible distance shooting working well on both portrait and outdoor nature work. Nikon AF-S DX 85mm Micro lens will be available for $529.95 in early December 2009.
The new DX lens also features:
Nikon’s Vibration Reduction II technology – which reduces image blur from camera shake, allowing the ability to shoot up to four shutter speeds slower when shooting handheld.
Nikon’s Silent Wave Motor (SWM) – provides for fast and quiet auto-focusing.
Internal Focusing (IF) – eliminates the front lens from rotating during focusing as well as keeping its length constant during focusing.