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Key Features

Compact and versatile 5X standard zoom lens with f/4 maximum aperturePerfect for landscapes, portraits, weddings and distant subjects offering a constant maximum aperture to maintain exposure settings throughout the entire zoom range and VR II image stabilization.
Extended range on Nikon DX-format D-SLR camerasAngle of view is equivalent to a focal length of 36-180mm in FX/35mm format.
Nikon VR II (Vibration Reduction) Image StabilizationVibration Reduction, engineered specifically for each VR NIKKOR lens, enables handheld shooting at up to 4 shutter speeds slower than would otherwise be possible, assuring dramatically sharper still images and video capture.
Nano Crystal CoatFurther reduces ghosting and interior flare across a wide range of wavelengths for even greater image clarity.
2 Extra-low Dispersion (ED) ElementsOffers superior sharpness and colour correction by effectively minimizing chromatic aberration, even at the widest aperture setting.
3 Aspherical Lens ElementsAspherical lens elements virtually eliminate coma and other types of aberration, even when shooting at the widest available aperture.
M/A Focus Mode SwitchEnables quick changes between manual and autofocus operation.
Internal Focus (IF)Provides fast and quiet autofocus without changing the length of the lens, retaining working distance throughout the focus range.
Exclusive Nikon Silent Wave Motor (SWM)Enables fast, accurate and quiet autofocus.
Nikon Super Integrated Coating (SIC)Enhances light transmission efficiency and offers superior colour consistency and reduced flare.
Rounded 9-Blade DiaphragmRenders more natural appearance of out-of-focus image areas.

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Tech Specs

  • Focal Length Range

    Focal Length Range

    24 - 120mm
  • Maximum Aperture

    Maximum Aperture

    f/ 4

  • Format

    FX/35mm
  • VR (Vibration Reduction) Image Stabilization

    VR (Vibration Reduction) Image Stabilization

    Yes

  • Nano Crystal Coat

    Yes
  • AF-S (Silent Wave Motor)

    AF-S (Silent Wave Motor)

    Yes
  • Approx. Dimensions (Diameter x Length)

    Approx. Dimensions (Diameter x Length)

    3.3 in. (84 mm) x 4.1 in. (103 mm)
  • Approx. Weight

    Approx. Weight

    25 oz. (710 g)
  • Mount Type
    Nikon F-Bayonet
  • Focal Length Range
    24 - 120mm
  • Zoom Ratio
    5x
  • Maximum Aperture
    f/ 4
  • Minimum Aperture
    f/ 22
  • Format
    FX/35mm
  • Maximum Angle of View (DX-format)
    61°
  • Minimum Angle of View (DX-format)
    13°20'
  • Maximum Angle of View (FX-format)
    84°
  • Minimum Angle of View (FX-format)
    20°30'
  • Maximum Reproduction Ratio
    0.24xx
  • Lens Construction Elements
    17
  • Lens Construction Groups
    13
  • Compatible Format(s)
    FX, DX, FX in DX Crop Mode, 35mm Film
  • VR (Vibration Reduction) Image Stabilization
    Yes
  • Diaphragm Blades
    9
  • Distance Information
    Yes
  • Nano Crystal Coat
    Yes
  • ED Glass Elements
    2
  • Super Integrated Coating
    Yes
  • Autofocus
    Yes
  • AF-S (Silent Wave Motor)
    Yes
  • Internal Focusing
    Yes
  • Minimum Focus Distance
    1.5 ft.(0.45m)
  • Focus Mode
    Auto, Manual
  • Filter Size
    77mm
  • Accepts Filter Type
    Screw-on
  • Approx. Dimensions (Diameter x Length)
    3.3 in. (84 mm) x 4.1 in. (103 mm)
  • Approx. Weight
    25 oz. (710 g)
  • Lens Type
    Zoom

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