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    Nikon UV-Nikkor 105 mm f/ 4.5
    Nikon UV-Nikkor 105 mm f/ 4.5

    Nikon UV-Nikkor 105 mm f/ 4.5

    105mm · f/4.5

    Overview

    The Nikon UV-Nikkor 105 mm f/4.5 is a specialized multispectral lens designed for UV, visible, and IR photography, prized for its high resolution and deep UV transmission. It is exceptionally sharp, but its UV response on digital cameras like the D2X is very low (13-14 stops under daylight), making it less suitable for UV flower photography; however, it delivers extraordinary clarity for UV landscapes, especially in black-and-white. Build quality is high, with a flip-open filter holder and Baader filter included in some packages. It suits forensic, scientific, and dedicated amateur UV photographers willing to accept its limitations and high cost.