- 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
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SPECIFICATIONS |
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Focal length |
24-70 mm |
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Maximum aperture |
f/2.8 |
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Minimum aperture |
f/22 |
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Lens construction |
15 elements in 11 groups
(with 3 ED glass elements, 3 aspherical lenses and one Nano Crystal Coat)
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Picture angle |
84° - 34°20’ (61° - 22°50’
with DX-format camera) |
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Closest focus distance |
0.38 m/1.2 ft. (with focal
length 35-50 mm |
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Maximum reproduction ratio |
1/3.7 |
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No. of diaphragm blades |
9 (rounded) |
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Filter/attachment size |
77 mm |
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Focusing |
Internal Focusing (IF)
system; autofocus with a built-in SWM and manual focus |
Diameter x length
(extension from lens mount) |
Approx. 83 x 133 mm/3.3 x
5.2 in. |
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Weight |
Approx. 900 g/31.7 oz. |
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Supplied accessories |
Bayonet Hood HB-40,
Semi-soft Case CL-M3 |
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