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The evolution of a legendary workhorse; a lens capable of taking your work to the next level. Pair it with a Nikon full-frame high-resolution DSLR to capture the decisive moment with a thrilling balance of sharpness and soft blur effects. Covering the sweet spot of the zoom range with a fast f/2.8 constant aperture, you'll be ready for everything from environmental portraits, studio photography, landscape, architecture (exteriors and interiors), press events and weddings.

Tech Specs

  • Focal Length Range

    Focal Length Range

    24 -70mm
  • Maximum Aperture

    Maximum Aperture

    f/2.8

  • 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)

    3.4 in.88 mmx6 in.154.5 mm
  • Approx. Weight

    Approx. Weight

    38.4 oz.1070 g
  • Mount Type
    Nikon F-Bayonet
  • Focal Length Range
    24 -70mm
  • Zoom Ratio
    2.9x
  • Maximum Aperture
    f/2.8
  • Minimum Aperture
    f/22
  • Format
    FX/35mm
  • Maximum Angle of View (DX-format)
    61°
  • Minimum Angle of View (DX-format)
    22°50'
  • Maximum Angle of View (FX-format)
    84°
  • Minimum Angle of View (FX-format)
    34°20'
  • Maximum Reproduction Ratio
    0.27xx
  • Lens Construction Elements
    20
  • Lens Construction Groups
    16
  • High Refractive Index Elements
    1
  • 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
  • Fluorine Coat
    Yes
  • Aspherical Elements
    3
  • Super Integrated Coating
    Yes
  • Autofocus
    Yes
  • AF-S (Silent Wave Motor)
    Yes
  • Internal Focusing
    Yes
  • Minimum Focus Distance
    35-50 mm focal length: 0.38 m from focal plane, 24, 28, 70 mm focal lengths: 0.41 m from focal plane
  • Focus Mode
    Manual, Manual/Auto
  • E-type
    Yes
  • Filter Size
    82mm
  • Accepts Filter Type
    Screw-on
  • Approx. Dimensions (Diameter x Length)
    3.4 in.88 mmx6 in.154.5 mm
  • Approx. Weight
    38.4 oz.1070 g
  • Lens Type
    Zoom

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