Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 60mm f/2.8 G Micro ED Autofocus IF Lens Review

The Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 60mm f/2.8G Micro ED is a compact macro lens designed for Nikon F-mount cameras. It offers 1:1 life-size reproduction for close-up work, making it suitable for product photography, nature details, and portraits. The 60mm focal length strikes a balance between working distance and portability, though it requires getting closer to subjects than longer macro options like 105mm lenses.

The lens features an internal focusing (IF) design that keeps the barrel length constant during focusing and includes Extra-low Dispersion (ED) glass to reduce chromatic aberration. Silent Wave Motor (AF-S) autofocus provides quiet operation, useful for video and discreet shooting. At f/2.8, it's a relatively fast macro, allowing for shallow depth of field in portrait work or low-light flexibility. With an MSRP around $293 for used copies, it slots in as an affordable entry point to Nikon's macro lineup, sitting below the 105mm f/2.8 VR but above older non-AF-S designs.