Lens · zoom
Nikkor 80-200mm f/2.8 ED AI-S
Nikon · 1982-1985
Discontinued35mm
Constant f/2.8 aperture with two ED glass elements. It preceded the AF 80-200mm f/2.8, which uses a different optical design. Nikkor 80-200mm f/2.8 ED AI-S: 15 elements in 11 groups, 9 aperture blades, 2.5m minimum focus, 95mm filter thread, 1900g.
- Focal length
- 80-200mm
- Max aperture
- f/2.8
- Mount
- Nikon F
- Format
- 35mm
- Elements / groups
- 15 / 11
Known for
- Sports
- Events
- Portraits
- Wildlife
Considerations
- Very heavy at 1.9kg
- Large 95mm filters
- Manual focus challenging for action
Optical characteristics
Silverlog's editorial rating: our own judgement, not measured data.
Sharpness (wide)4, level 4 of 5
Sharpness (stopped)5, level 5 of 5
Contrast5, level 5 of 5
Flare resistance5, level 5 of 5
CA control5, level 5 of 5
Vignetting control4, level 4 of 5
Distortion control4, level 4 of 5
Bokeh: Excellent, professional quality
Rendering: Professional-grade optical quality
Colour: Neutral, accurate
Silverlog's editorial rating, 1 to 5; five is best. Not lab-measured.
Common issues
- Zoom creep on worn copies
- Focus ring stiffness
Buying guide
Check zoom and focus smoothness. ED elements should be clear without delamination. Check whether the HN-25 hood is included.
Specifications
| Mount | Nikon F |
| Focal Length | 80-200mm |
| Max Aperture | f/2.8 |
| Min Aperture | f/32 |
| Aperture Blades | 9 |
| Min Focus | 2.5m |
| Filter Size | 95mm |
| Weight | 1900g |
Optical design
| Formula | Telephoto |
| Elements | 15 |
| Groups | 11 |
| Coating | NIC (Nikon) |
| Special | 2 ED glass elements |
Pricing
- Typical used price
- £500 - £800
- Mint
- ~£1000
Indicative, no dated source.