I had the legendary 105 2.8 macro but never used it b/c of the extending barrel and just too long.This guy is compact, pretty light and really sharp, I mean really sharp. Ultra sharp macro (use a tripod, always) and I love it on the street or in the back country. This is a really sharp lens.

Durable; Fast / accurate auto-focus; Nice Bokeh; Rugged

Heavy

Great lens for a beginner my family and I are very happy thanks.

Very sharp multi purpose lens.

The Nikon 60mm f/2.8 macro lens is a fantastic choice for those who like to get right up close to their subject. This lens is ideal for those who like to shoot textures (plants, flowers, still life, etc).

I picked up a used 60mm D on eBay last year, and though I also own the 105 VR and intend to get the 200mm micro, I am loving this 60D lens on my Df. I thought about the G version, and I have both G and D lenses in my kit.

I had bought this one before it got a "D" at the end of its name but it's the same lens. I shot it on F501, F801, D200, D800E and adapted it to Sony NEX 7. With any camera I got wonderfull close up pictures.

Very good image quality

All plastics; would not last for eternity

This is a must have macro lens. And it is just that, a macro lens, although it can be used for general and portrait use as well. So I'm going to limit my comments to what it does well and not worry about things like the aperture ring which is a non-issue but freaks out some less experienced users.

An excellant lens, i have used it over 5 years still going on without any problem, i never had to use any other lenses as much as this, a medium tele - when used on the Nikon D2xs, it renderd highest quality results specially on reproduction's of Old masters Art works, and for Antiquities.

Rugged; Durable; Consistent Output; Easily Interchangeable; Strong Construction; Lightweight; Fast / accurate auto-focus

I was lucky enough to find one of these lenses second hand in very good condition to enable me to use it on both my D800 and D7200 bodies. I've not been disappointed. It's a beautifully sharp lens, light, easy to carry and gives great results. I'm delighted with it.

Consistent Output; Lightweight; Rugged; Sharp Focus; Strong Construction

Cames quickly in MINT condition! Excellent optics that will work for all but the most critical scientific applications and even then I'd use it. Nice solid brass construction for those who don't like poly carbonates. Heavy and reliable!