Best portrait lens for the nikon d780?

For portraits on the D780, I'd start with an 85mm. The Nikon AF-S 85mm f/1.8G is the sensible everyday pick. If you want more background blur, the Nikon AF-S 85mm f/1.4G and the Sigma 85mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art are the ones I'd reach for. The Tamron SP 85mm f/1.8 Di VC USD is a good middle ground, and its stabilisation helps because the D780 body has none.

Whichever you choose, light will do more for your portraits than the lens. Read Portraits before you spend anything.

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