Best portrait lenses for Nikon D6

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Nikkor AF-S 80-200mm f/2.8D IF-ED

The Nikkor AF-S 80-200mm f/2.8D IF-ED is a compact Telephoto Zoom lens lens designed for the Nikon F system. Optimized for FX sensors, it offers 2.8 aperture and weighs only 1580/1450g. With a length of 207mm, it’s ideal for portability. The lens supports standard filters with a thread size of 77mm, allowing easy attachment of accessories.

  • Name: Nikkor AF-S 80-200mm f/2.8D IF-ED
  • Brand: Nikon
  • System: Nikon F
  • Sensor: FX
  • Released: 1998-12-01
  • Price: $0.00
  • Type: Zoom lens
  • Focal type: Telephoto
  • Focal length: 80-200 mm
  • Max Aperture: 2.8
  • Autofocus: Yes
  • VR: No
  • VR Rating:
  • Min Focus Distance: 1.5 m
  • Max Magnification: 0.16
  • Filter Thread: 77 mm
  • Diaphragm Blades: 9
  • Weight: 1580/1450 g
  • Diameter: 88 mm
  • Length: 207 mm
  • Tripod Collar: Yes
99

Sigma 70-200 f/2.8 DG OS HSM | S

Offering flexible framing, the Sigma 70-200 f/2.8 DG OS HSM | S is a high-performance zoom lens built for Nikon F. Suitable for FX cameras, this Telephoto lens and delivers 2.8 aperture. It weighs 1805g, measures 203mm, and focuses down to 1.20m. The inclusion of a 82mm filter thread adds versatility for filter use in different environments.

  • Name: Sigma 70-200 f/2.8 DG OS HSM | S
  • Brand: Sigma
  • System: Nikon F
  • Sensor: FX
  • Released: 2018-09-25
  • Price: $1649.00
  • Type: Zoom lens
  • Focal type: Telephoto
  • Focal length: 70-200 mm
  • Max Aperture: 2.8
  • Autofocus: Yes
  • VR: Yes
  • VR Rating:
  • Min Focus Distance: 1.20 m
  • Max Magnification: 0.21
  • Filter Thread: 82 mm
  • Diaphragm Blades: 11
  • Weight: 1805 g
  • Diameter: 94 mm
  • Length: 203 mm
  • Tripod Collar: Yes
95

Samyang MF 85mm f/1.4 Mk2

The Samyang MF 85mm f/1.4 Mk2 is a precision-engineered Telephoto prime lens for Nikon F. Designed for FX, it offers a fast 1.4 aperture and a minimum focusing distance of 1.10 meters. With 548g weight and 75mm length. The lens is equipped with a 72mm filter thread, this lens is compatible with a wide range of photographic filters.

  • Name: Samyang MF 85mm f/1.4 Mk2
  • Brand: Samyang
  • System: Nikon F
  • Sensor: FX
  • Released: 2020-05-25
  • Price: $223.02
  • Type: Prime lens
  • Focal type: Telephoto
  • Focal length: 85 mm
  • Max Aperture: 1.4
  • Autofocus: No
  • VR: No
  • VR Rating:
  • Min Focus Distance: 1.10 m
  • Max Magnification: 0.09
  • Filter Thread: 72 mm
  • Diaphragm Blades: 9
  • Weight: 548 g
  • Diameter: 78 mm
  • Length: 75 mm
  • Tripod Collar: No
95

Zeiss Apo Sonnar T* 2/135 ZF.2

The Zeiss Apo Sonnar T* 2/135 ZF.2 is a precision-engineered Telephoto prime lens for Nikon F. Designed for FX, it offers a fast 2 aperture and a minimum focusing distance of 0.80 meters. With 920g weight and 128mm length. The lens is equipped with a 77mm filter thread, this lens is compatible with a wide range of photographic filters.

  • Name: Zeiss Apo Sonnar T* 2/135 ZF.2
  • Brand: Zeiss
  • System: Nikon F
  • Sensor: FX
  • Released: 2012-09-07
  • Price: $0.00
  • Type: Prime lens
  • Focal type: Telephoto
  • Focal length: 135 mm
  • Max Aperture: 2
  • Autofocus: No
  • VR: No
  • VR Rating:
  • Min Focus Distance: 0.80 m
  • Max Magnification: 0.25
  • Filter Thread: 77 mm
  • Diaphragm Blades: ?
  • Weight: 920 g
  • Diameter: 84 mm
  • Length: 128 mm
  • Tripod Collar: No
93

Zeiss Otus 85mm f/1.4

Delivering sharp imagery, the Zeiss Otus 85mm f/1.4 is a Telephoto prime lens optimized for Nikon F. Built for FX sensors, it features a 1.4 aperture. Compact at 138mm and weighing 1140g, it focuses as close as 0.80m. A 86mm filter thread enables the use of protective and creative filters with ease.

  • Name: Zeiss Otus 85mm f/1.4
  • Brand: Zeiss
  • System: Nikon F
  • Sensor: FX
  • Released: 2014-09-08
  • Price: $0.00
  • Type: Prime lens
  • Focal type: Telephoto
  • Focal length: 85 mm
  • Max Aperture: 1.4
  • Autofocus: Yes
  • VR: No
  • VR Rating:
  • Min Focus Distance: 0.80 m
  • Max Magnification: ?
  • Filter Thread: 86 mm
  • Diaphragm Blades: 9
  • Weight: 1140 g
  • Diameter: 101 mm
  • Length: 138 mm
  • Tripod Collar: No
92

Nikkor AF-S 70-200mm f/2.8E FL ED VR

Offering flexible framing, the Nikkor AF-S 70-200mm f/2.8E FL ED VR is a high-performance zoom lens built for Nikon F. Suitable for FX cameras, this Telephoto lens and delivers 2.8 aperture. It weighs 1430g, measures 203mm, and focuses down to 1.10m. The inclusion of a 77mm filter thread adds versatility for filter use in different environments.

  • Name: Nikkor AF-S 70-200mm f/2.8E FL ED VR
  • Brand: Nikon
  • System: Nikon F
  • Sensor: FX
  • Released: 2016-10-19
  • Price: $1999.95
  • Type: Zoom lens
  • Focal type: Telephoto
  • Focal length: 70-200 mm
  • Max Aperture: 2.8
  • Autofocus: Yes
  • VR: Yes
  • VR Rating: 4 stop
  • Min Focus Distance: 1.10 m
  • Max Magnification: 0.21
  • Filter Thread: 77 mm
  • Diaphragm Blades: 9
  • Weight: 1430 g
  • Diameter: 89 mm
  • Length: 203 mm
  • Tripod Collar: Yes
92

Nikkor AF 80-200mm f/2.8D ED

Designed for versatility, the Nikkor AF 80-200mm f/2.8D ED combines a Telephoto zoom range with 2.8 brightness. Compatible with Nikon F and optimized for FX. Its 1300g body and 187mm length make it practical, with a 1.50m minimum focusing distance. The lens supports filters with a thread size of 77mm, allowing easy attachment of accessories.

  • Name: Nikkor AF 80-200mm f/2.8D ED
  • Brand: Nikon
  • System: Nikon F
  • Sensor: FX
  • Released: 1992-09-01
  • Price: $1224.95
  • Type: Zoom lens
  • Focal type: Telephoto
  • Focal length: 80-200 mm
  • Max Aperture: 2.8
  • Autofocus: Yes
  • VR: No
  • VR Rating:
  • Min Focus Distance: 1.50 m
  • Max Magnification: 0.17
  • Filter Thread: 77 mm
  • Diaphragm Blades: 9
  • Weight: 1300 g
  • Diameter: 87 mm
  • Length: 187 mm
  • Tripod Collar: Yes
92

Sigma 135mm f/1.8 DG HSM Art

The Sigma 135mm f/1.8 DG HSM Art is a precision-engineered Telephoto prime lens for Nikon F. Designed for FX, it offers a fast 1.8 aperture and a minimum focusing distance of 0.88 meters. With 1130g weight and 115mm length. The lens is equipped with a 82mm filter thread, this lens is compatible with a wide range of photographic filters.

  • Name: Sigma 135mm f/1.8 DG HSM Art
  • Brand: Sigma
  • System: Nikon F
  • Sensor: FX
  • Released: 2017-02-21
  • Price: $1399.00
  • Type: Prime lens
  • Focal type: Telephoto
  • Focal length: 135 mm
  • Max Aperture: 1.8
  • Autofocus: Yes
  • VR: No
  • VR Rating:
  • Min Focus Distance: 0.88 m
  • Max Magnification: 0.2
  • Filter Thread: 82 mm
  • Diaphragm Blades: 9
  • Weight: 1130 g
  • Diameter: 91 mm
  • Length: 115 mm
  • Tripod Collar: No
91

Sigma 85mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art

Engineered for mobility, the Sigma 85mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art delivers excellent performance in a lightweight body. This Telephoto Prime lens lens for Nikon F supports FX format, features a f/1.4 aperture and focuses as close as 0.85 meters. Weighing g and measuring 126mm, the lens is equipped with a 86mm filter thread, this lens is compatible with a wide range of photographic filters.

  • Name: Sigma 85mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art
  • Brand: Sigma
  • System: Nikon F
  • Sensor: FX
  • Released: 2016-09-19
  • Price: $1199.00
  • Type: Prime lens
  • Focal type: Telephoto
  • Focal length: 85 mm
  • Max Aperture: 1.4
  • Autofocus: Yes
  • VR: No
  • VR Rating:
  • Min Focus Distance: 0.85 m
  • Max Magnification: 0.12
  • Filter Thread: 86 mm
  • Diaphragm Blades: 9
  • Weight:
  • Diameter: 95 mm
  • Length: 126 mm
  • Tripod Collar: No
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Samyang 135mm f/2.0 ED UMC

The Samyang 135mm f/2.0 ED UMC is a precision-engineered Telephoto prime lens for Nikon F. Designed for FX, it offers a fast 2 aperture and a minimum focusing distance of 0.80 meters. With 830g weight and 122mm length. The lens is equipped with a 77mm filter thread, this lens is compatible with a wide range of photographic filters.

  • Name: Samyang 135mm f/2.0 ED UMC
  • Brand: Samyang
  • System: Nikon F
  • Sensor: FX
  • Released: 2015-01-12
  • Price: $399.00
  • Type: Prime lens
  • Focal type: Telephoto
  • Focal length: 135 mm
  • Max Aperture: 2
  • Autofocus: No
  • VR: No
  • VR Rating:
  • Min Focus Distance: 0.80 m
  • Max Magnification: ?
  • Filter Thread: 77 mm
  • Diaphragm Blades: 9
  • Weight: 830 g
  • Diameter: 82 mm
  • Length: 122 mm
  • Tripod Collar: No