Nikon AF-S FX NIKKOR 24-70mm f/2.8E ED Vibration Reduction Zoom Lens with Auto Focus for Nikon DSLR Cameras
The AF-S NIKKOR 24-70mm f/2.8E ED VR improves upon nearly every aspect of its acclaimed predecessor-sharpness, speed, consistency, control and durability plus Vibration Reduction image stabilization technology-and the results are stunning. A truly versatile wide-angle to short telephoto lens characterized by its constant f/2.8 maximum aperture and electromagnetic aperture mechanism, the revised optical design incorporates
The AF-S NIKKOR 24-70mm f/2.8E ED VR improves upon nearly every aspect of its acclaimed predecessor-sharpness, speed, consistency, control and durability plus Vibration Reduction image stabilization technology-and the results are stunning. A truly versatile wide-angle to short telephoto lens characterized by its constant f/2.8 maximum aperture and electromagnetic aperture mechanism, the revised optical design incorporates a unique aspherical extra-low dispersion element, in addition to three aspherical, two extra-low dispersion, and one high refractive index elements, to help reduce chromatic aberrations and distortions throughout the zoom rangePair it with a Nikon full-frame high-resolution DSLR, and achieve new levels of sharpness and clarity. From studio work to field assignments, environmental to events, stills to HD video, when chasing the decisive moment, you’ll always know which lens to grab.FEATURES: Optical precision to the edge of the frame – A first for NIKKOR lenses, a new Aspherical Extra-Low Dispersion (ASP/ED) element is paired with traditional AS, ED and HRI elements for a thrilling new level of optical precision. Photos and videos take on a beautiful balance of sharpness and soft blur effects, virtually free of flare, ghosting, coma, chromatic or spherical aberration, even at the far edges of the frame. For those who thrive on image quality, the AF-S NIKKOR 24-70mm f/2.8E ED VR delivers.Versatility, speed and durability – 24-70mm is the sweet spot of the zoom range for many photographers, great for everything from landscapes and studio work to weddings and press events. The f/2.8 constant aperture allows for faster shutter speeds to freeze fast action, renders a beautiful bokeh blur and performs brilliantly in low light. Add an electromagnetic diaphragm for fast auto-exposure control plus the protection of Nikon’s fluorine coat on the front and rear glass, and you’ve got the ultimate workhorse for nearly any situation.4.0 stops of Vibration
Product Features
- Fast f/2.8 constant aperture with an electromagnetic diaphragm
- Sensational image quality and sharpness with virtually no distortion, Focal Length Range : 24 -70 mm
- Minimum Focus Distance : 35-50 mm focal length – 1.2 ft. (0.38 m) from focal plane. 24, 28, 70 mm focal lengths – 1.3 ft. (0.41 m) from focal plane; Dimensions – Approx. 88.0 mm maximum diameter x 154.5 mm (distance from camera lens mount flange)
- 4 stops of Vibration Reduction for handheld and low-light shooting, Nonstick glass makes it easier to wipe off water, dirt and smudges
- Evolution of Nikon’s legendary 24-70mm workhorse.Type:Fmount, Type E AF-S lens with built-in CPU and F mount
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Great for landscapes; not so great for portrait work. This is a tricky lens to review. I owned the non-VR version but sold it because I didn’t find it to be terribly sharp across the range from center to corners. The centers were sharp, but the corners were soft and I never felt I got the kind of sharp landscape photos for which I would normally use the lens. The new lens seems to have made some design changes (see Roger Cicala’s excellent bench tests of this against the old one and the Tamron VR at the blog on lensrentals.com). In the main,…
Great Upgrade / VR Is A Nice Addition! Got this lens earlier this week and love it. I had the Nikon 24-70 f/2.8 but sold it to get this newer version. Build quality feels great and the photos are fantastic. Autofocus is very quick, VR works great and photos are sharp. I mainly bought this lens for the VR. When my wife and I shoot events together, she usually uses a D810 and 24-70 lens. It gets heavy for her after a while so no VR can make her photos suffer in low light settings. The VR has worked great for her in giving a little…
Works Great on Nikon D850 Purchased this Nikon 24-70 VR for a Nikon D850 for handheld, on-the-go travel (e.g., landscapes, portraits, group shots, etc.) and got a 90-95% hit rate on sharpness / autofocus mounted to a Nikon D850.I owned the prior iteration, non-VR version of the lens which is definitely sharp or sharper in the center using the Nikon D810, yet the newer VR version seems to be sharper along the entire frame and works great with the newer Nikon D850.