Nikon 85mm f/1.4 Portrait Test

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Nikon 85mm f/1.4, known to be one of the best portrait lens by Nikon. This lens has a nine bladed diaphragm which is capable of producing some stunning bokeh. I took a few shots at f/1.4 – f/2.

I had no problem with the lens, it autofocus pretty fast, however the focus was abit slow to respond when I was shooting into the sun., but this is normal. The weight of the lens didn’t seem to bother me, unlike the 70-200mm f/2.8 which I need to take a break every 15mins

The lens lives up to its critiques with exceptional sharpness and amazing bokeh. Check out the images below.

85mm @ f/2

This was shot during sunset. The flare and the colour of the light make the image more dramatic.

85mm @ f/2

I love shooting with flare. This was shot directly in front of the sun, the flare is well controlled.

85mm @ f/1.4

Cropped from image above. The 9 bladed diaphragm gives a superb circular bokeh. The image looks sharp even at f/1.4

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About Kent Yu

Kent is a professional wedding and portrait photographer based in Queenstown and Wellington, New Zealand. He creates beautiful, natural and story telling wedding photos. Kent has his work published in international magazines and is a regular author to a number of photographic publication. He is fascinated by photographic equipment and enjoys showcasing the gear used in creating his images. You can find him on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter

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avatar Maria at Lone Star Lens says:

Beautiful. I am considering buying the 85mm f/1.4.

avatar Kent's Photography Blog says:

Thanks,
I wouldn’t say they are lessons, but just something to share with other people.
The D70 can produce stunning images too 😀

avatar On-off says:

great blog !
thanks for the photography’s lessons;
i’ve just my “old” D70 😉