Before the Sigma 200mm f/2… There Was THIS Nikon Legend

With the new Sigma 200mm f/2 making waves, I wanted to take a step back and review the lens that started it all — the legendary Nikon 200mm f/2 AIS. This manual-focus beast from the film era is one of the most unique portrait lenses ever made. In this video, I’ll show you what makes it so special, how it handles, and why it still delivers stunning results in 2025. If you’ve never seen the Nikon AIS in action, this review will give you a look at a piece of glass that started its place in Sports Photography back in 1977! 🔹 What’s Inside The history of the Nikon 200mm f/2 AIS Handling + build quality of this legendary manual lens Real-world portrait results 👉 Want to master natural light portraits and editing techniques? Join my Portrait Photography Education Membership here: 🌐 www.photoeducationbydaniel.com/membership You’ll get instant access to hundreds of tutorials (lighting, posing, editing, business) and a growing library of exclusive classes designed to help you create portraits that truly stand out.