The Nikon 24-85mm f/3.5-4.5G ED AF-S VR is a low-cost, everyday zoom lens for both FX- and DX-sensor cameras. Key features include:
Four-stop vibration resistance
Fast, nearly silent autofocus
Great for portrait shooting
DX and FX compatible
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“G” is a reference to a G-Type lens and is distinguishable from a standard D-Type lens by its lack of an aperture control ring. G-Type lenses relay distance information to compatible DSLRs like a D-Type lens but rely wholly on electronic aperture control through a camera body.
“ED” stands for “Extra-Low Dispersion” Glass and is a reference to specialized glass used for the correction of chromatic aberrations.
“AF-S” refers to Auto Focus that features Nikon’s Silent Wave Motor or “SWM.”
“VR” or “Vibration Reduction” is a reference to Nikon’s proprietary in-lens image stabilization.
Angle of View | 84° – 28° |
Brand | Nikon |
Category | Photo |
Dimensions | Length: 3.2" |
Filter Style | Nonrotating |
Focal Length | 24.0-85.0 |
Focus Type | Autofocus and Manual Focus |
Focusing System | Internal, Silent Wave motor, AF/MF switch |
Angle of View | 84° – 28° |
Brand | Nikon |
Category | Photo |
Dimensions | Length: 3.2" |
Filter Style | Nonrotating |
Focal Length | 24.0-85.0 |
Focus Type | Autofocus and Manual Focus |
Focusing System | Internal, Silent Wave motor, AF/MF switch |