this lens focuses close for a 105mm.
It focuses to 1m, same as the AIS 105/2.5, AIS 105/1.8, and less than the 105DC (0.9m). All get to about 1:7.7 magnification at close range, which is fine for most purposes, although getting a little closer is always useful. Still a good effort for a f/1.4 lens.