gorandle's reviews

  • Nikon 28-105mm f/3.5-4.5D AF Nikkor

    9 out of 10 points and recommended
    Compact size. Relatively light weight. Macro capability a bonus. Short zoom travel is nice. Well made - Japan. Nostalgia factor.
    - Bizarre wide flair lens hood - takes too much room in bag. - Macro is a bit tedious to engage

    A real gem.
    Purchased from Amazon on impulse - can't have too many lenses.
    Comparing (at equivalent focal lengths) to my new Nikon 24-120 f4, the 28-105 stands up very well, and easier to carry around. Images more than satisfactory.
    Focuses fairly quickly - if you keep fingers off rotating front ring.
    Thought it might serve as a beater for use in bad weather - but like it too much to abuse it.
    Interesting that vendor has since increased price to over $420 cdn.
    Have ordered cheap collapsible rubber lens hood.

    reviewed May 16th, 2020 (purchased for $160)