A unique short telephoto with distinct classic appeal, the silver Nikon F-mount Lensbaby Velvet 85mm f/1.8 Nikon F Silver Lensfrom Lensbaby Velvet 85mm f/1.8 Nikon F Silver Lensproduces a mid-20th century-inspired image quality that is well-suited to portraiture. Characterized by a smooth, glowing aesthetic, this lens's softness can be controlled by stopping down in order to produce a range of effects from soft and dreamy to sharper and crunchier at smaller apertures. A 12-blade diaphragm also contributes to the lens's aesthetic, and helps to produce a smooth bokeh quality to suit shallow depth of field imagery. Additionally, the manual focus design affords a working distance of 9.5" with a maximum reproduction ratio of 1:2 to benefit working with close-up subjects.

F-Mount Lens/FX Format    Aperture Range: f/1.8 to f/16    Soft Glowing Effect at Wide Apertures    Inspired by Classic Portrait Lenses    1:2 Magnification, 9.5" Working Distance    Manual Focus Design    12-Blade Diaphragm

Short telephoto portrait-length lens is designed for FX-format Nikon F-mount DSLRs, however it can also be used with DX models where it provides a 127.5mm equivalent focal length.

Bright f/1.8 maximum aperture affords greater control over depth of field for working with shallow depth of field and selective focus techniques, and also benefits working in low-light conditions.

Inspired by classic portrait lenses from the mid-20th century, this lens is designed to produce an ethereal glowing quality with soft, smooth tonality that is well-suited to portraiture.

Softness can be controlled by stopping-down the lens: when stopped-down to f/16, the image exhibits a smooth quality with greater central sharpness.

A working distance of 9.5" along with a 1:2 reproduction ratio suits working with close-up subjects.

Manual focus design with a smooth, dampened focusing movement is complemented by engraved focus distance indicators.

A 12-blade diaphragm contributes to a smooth bokeh quality that is ideal for selective focus imagery.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. This lens will work on the Nikon Z5?

A: Yes, the Lensbaby Velvet 85 mm 1.8 is compatible with the Nikon Z5.

Q: 2. Will this lens fit the Sony 6000

A: Sorry no idea.

Q: 3. I have zero experience with the Lensbaby line... input please on if you'd think it would work well for portraits?

A: It is a matter of opinion but I find the Lensbaby lenses are best used as a more experimental lens. It is manual focus. For shooting portraits professionally, I would recommend an auto focus Canon 85mm as a main lens and consider a Lensbaby as a secondary experimental lens.

Q: 4. Is this lens compatible with Nikon D3200?

A: Yes, the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 85mm f/1.8G Lens is compatible with the Nikon D3200.

Q: 5. Anybody have chromatic aberration issues / how is the contrast and flair - I am hesitant to get this lens since it doesnt have the nanocoat?

A: I'm not a pixel-peeper but this lens has performed beautifully for portraits on my D750. I highly recommend it. The color rendition, contrast, bokeh, and price point have been perfect for me.

Q: 6. I have a Canon 5D Mk4. Will this lens operate in Aperture Priority mode or only in Manual?

A: Manual only.

Q: 7. What size filter thread for the Velvet 85mm?

A: Lensbaby Velvet 85mm f/1.8 Lens with Copper Rings (Micro Four Thirds, Black) has front thread of 67mm for filters and caps.

Q: 8. My in camera vibration reduction is not working with my old Lensbaby Velvet 56. I am using the FTZ adaptor. Will the Velvet 85 work so I can turn on my VR in my Nikon Z7ii camera?

A: Non-CPU lenses require manual input of lens data (Focal length & Max Aperture) to enable VR stabilization on the Z7 II camera. You also check the camera menu under Photo Shooting Menu; Vibration--you can set the VR to Normal, Sport, or Off.

Q: 9. hi,what is the differnce between 50mm lense and 85mm lense?

A: 50 mm has a wider angle of view in comparison to 85 mm. in other words, if the distance between your camera and subject remains the same, then 50MM will cover wider area than 85MM. 50mm is a very versatile lens while 85mm is a wonderful portrait lens. Both of them are very competent and pictures are absolutely delicious. they will melt your heart. I have both and would not even wait for a heartbeat to suggest you get both.

Q: 10. Will this lens work on: a) Nikon D700 and b) Nikon (FM2/FE2/FM3A/F3 Thanks!

A: Yes, will work on both cameras.