Product Description
- Constant maximum aperture of f/2.8 at all focal lengths
- Enhanced optical formulas, engineered to produce exceptional sharpness, contrast and color, render outstanding image integrity
- ED (Extra-low dispersion) glass elements minimize chromatic aberration to deliver stunning sharpness and contrast
- Aspherical lenses including large-diameter PGM element eliminate various types of lens aberration even at the widest aperture
- Nano Crystal Coat virtually eliminates internal lens element reflections, effectively reducing ghosting and flare
- High-performance Nikon Super Integrated Coating offers superior color reproduction, while minimizing ghosting and flare
- IF (Internal Focusing) enables focusing without changing the length of lens barrel
- Nikon’s exclusive Silent Wave Motor for fast, quiet autofocus operation
- Rounded diaphragm opening (9 blades) makes out-of-focus elements appear more natural
- 0.38 m/1.2 ft. closest focusing distance with focal length 35-50 mm
- Filter attachment size of 77 mm
- M/A mode enables instant switching from autofocus to manual focus, even during AF servo operation, with virtually no time lag
- Dedicated flower-shaped lens hood effectively minimizes stray light
- Lens barrel is built for comfortable holding while featuring a rugged design; zoom and focusing rings provide smooth operation
- Engineered to Nikon professional D-SLR standards to effectively resist dust and moisture
Focal length
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24-70 mm
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Maximum aperture
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f/2.8
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Minimum aperture
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f/22
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Lens construction
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15 elements in 11 groups (with 3 ED glass elements, 3 aspherical lenses and one Nano Crystal Coat)
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Picture angle
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84° - 34°20’ (61° - 22°50’ with DX-format camera)
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Closest focusing distance
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0.38 m/1.2 ft. (with focal length 35-50 mm
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Maximum reproduction ratio
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1/3.7
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No. of diaphragm blades
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9 (rounded)
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Filter/attachment size
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77 mm
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Focusing
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Internal Focusing (IF) system; autofocus with a built-in SWM and manual focus
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Diameter x length
(extension from lens mount) |
Approx. 83 x 133 mm/3.3 x 5.2 in.
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Weight
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Approx. 900 g/31.7 oz.
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Supplied accessories
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Bayonet Hood HB-40, Semi-soft Case CL-M3
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