
Nikon 24-85mm f3.5-4.5 AF-S G ED VR Lens
The Nikon 24-85mm f3.5-4.5 AF-S G ED VR Lens is an FX and DX format compatible, 3.5x standard zoom lens that covers a broad focal range from wide-angle up to telephoto. The lens incorporates Nikon's vibration reduction (VR) system that minimises camera shake and allows flexible hand-held shooting by stabilising the image to the equivalent extent of using a shutter speed that is four stops faster. The Nikon 24-85mm f3.5-4.5 AF-S G ED VR Lens features Nikon's Super In More
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The Nikon 24-85mm f3.5-4.5 AF-S G ED VR Lens is an FX and DX format compatible, 3.5x standard zoom lens that covers a broad focal range from wide-angle up to telephoto. The lens incorporates Nikon's vibration reduction (VR) system that minimises camera shake and allows flexible hand-held shooting by stabilising the image to the equivalent extent of using a shutter speed that is four stops faster. The Nikon 24-85mm f3.5-4.5 AF-S G ED VR Lens features Nikon's Super Integrated Coating which offers superb colour reproduction, a Silent Wave Motor (SWM) for quiet operation and an option to use two focus modes, Autofocus with manual override and manual focus.
The Key Features
- FX-format standard zoom lens with 24-85mm focal range (36-127.5mm when used with a Nikon DX-format SLR).
- Vibration Reduction (VRII) system enables more stable handheld shooting and lets you shoot at shutter speeds up to 4.0* stops slower.
- Nikon Super Integrated Coating greatly reduces ghosting and flare and ensures outstanding color reproduction.
- Designed specifically for use with Nikon FX-format digital SLR sensors.
- ED (extra-low dispersion) glass and three aspherical lens elements ensure high resolution and contrast while minimizing aberrations and distortions.
- SWM (Silent Wave Motor) for quiet and accurate autofocus.
- Two focus modes: M/A (manual-priority autofocus) and M (manual focus).
- Lightweight and compact body.
- Weather-sealed rubber lens mount.
Specifications
- Focal length - 24-85mm
- Maximum aperture - f/3.5-4.5
- Minimum aperture- f/22-29
- Lens construction - 16 elements in 11 groups (including 1 ED glass and 3 aspherical lens elements)
- Angle of view - 84° - 28°30' (61° - 18°50' with Nikon DX format)
- Minimum focus distance - 0.38 m/1.25 ft (from focal plane)
- Maximum reproduction ratio - 0.22x
- No. of diaphragm blades - 7 (rounded)
- Filter-attachment size - 72mm
- Diameter x length - (distance from camera lens mount flange) Approximately 78 x 82 mm/3.1 x 3.2 in.
- Weight - Approximately 485 g/17.1 oz
- Supplied accessories - 72 mm snap-on Front Lens Cap LC-72, Rear Lens Cap LF-4, Bayonet Hood HB-63, Flexible Lens Pouch CL-1118
Nikon 24-85mm f3.5-4.5 AF-S G ED VR Lens - Sample Images
Product Specification
Aperture Blades | 7 |
Colour | Black |
Filter Thread [mm] | 72 |
Focal Length ~ Tele [mm] | 85.0 |
Focal Length ~ Wide [mm] | 24.0 |
Hood Model | HB-63 |
Image Stabilisation | Yes |
Included Accessories | 72mm Snap-on Lens cap, Soft lens case, Bayonet lens hood, Rear lens cap |
Lens Elements | 16 |
Lens Groups | 11 |
Lens Mount | Nikon F (FX) |
Lens Type | Standard Zoom |
Max Aperture ~ Tele | 4.5 |
Max Aperture ~ Wide | 3.5 |
Maximum Format Size | FX |
Minimum Focus Distance [m] | 0.40 |
Size | 787 x 81.3 mm |
Weight [g] | 465.00 |