
Provenance & certification
Nikon 105mm f2.5
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Condition assessed 20/1/2026
How we gradeInspector’s condition notes
Lens in good condition. The optics are pristine and free of scratches. Focus and aperture glide as smoothly as a new lens. Internal components are tight with no movement or noise. The exterior shows typical signs of use, with visible scratches and paint loss around the lens body.
How this lens renders
Compared to other lenses of the same 105mm focal length and specifications, this Nikon 105mm f/2.5 truly stands out for its sharpness — the kind that can easily hold its own against modern glass. Wide open at f/2.5, it's still sharp and genuinely usable. Stop down to between f/4 and f/5.6, and the edges of the frame become noticeably crisper. What makes this lens a legend is its soft, creamy bokeh. It melts the background away smoothly, with a gentle focus roll-off from foreground to background subject — no distracting onion rings or bubbles. The colors render beautifully in that classic vintage lens way. Between f/2.5 and f/4, you'll find a hint of vignetting that works nicely as a moody frame around the image, and it fades away once you stop down to f/5.6. This is the legendary lens behind Steve McCurry's "Afghan Girl" photograph. It's perfect for portrait shooters looking for both sharpness and image character — a worthy addition to any collection.
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Honest disclosure
Nikon 105mm f2.5
The Nikon 105mm f/2.5 is a storied short-telephoto prime produced from 1959 to 2005, famed for its combination of modern-grade sharpness and smooth, characterful bokeh, and cemented in history as the lens behind Steve McCurry's 'Afghan Girl' cover.
