In article <48u1uj$m3l@newsbf02.news.aol.com>, herb682@aol.com says...
>In the market for a Nikon lens to take portraits. Opinions wanted on
>which of the following would be best: 85/1.8D, 105/2.0DC AF D, 105/2.8D >Micro.

Strictly for portrait use, all will perform well, but you may prefer
at least 105mm for better perspective, especially with tight head shots.
Also, the macro lens provides continuous focus through the reproduction ratios you will be using - the non-macros may not focus close enough
for some photos.
hope this helps.