| Lens Construction: Elements / Groups | 14/12 groups (with 1 ED glass and 1 Nano Crystal coat glass element) |
| Picture angle | 23 degrees [15 degrees when used with Nikon DX format D-SLR cameras] |
| Closest Marked Focusing Distance [m] | 0.31 |
| Focal length | 105mm (157.5mm when used with Nikon DX format) |
| Maximum reproduction ratio | 1 |
| Number of diaphragm blades | 9 (rounded) |
| Maximum aperture | f/2.8 |
| Minimum aperture | f/32 |
| Focus method | Ring SWM (Silent Wave Motor) |
| Filter Attachment Size [mm] | 62 |
| Dimensions: Dia x Length (extension from lens mount), [mm] | Approx. 83 x 116mm (3.3 x 4.6 in) |
| Weight [g] | 720 |