Commonly referred to as the workhorse of the pros, the Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 24-70mm f/2.8G ED Lensfrom Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 24-70mm f/2.8G ED Lensis a versatile standard zoom characterized by its bright and sophisticated optical design. The constant f/2.8 maximum aperture affords consistent performance and illumination throughout the zoom range, and suits working in low light and for working with selective focus techniques. Three precision glass molded aspherical elements and three extra-low dispersion elements are used to greatly reduce spherical and chromatic aberrations throughout the zoom range in order to produce a high degree of sharpness and clarity. Also benefitting image quality, both a Nano Crystal Coat and a Super Integrated Coating have been applied to control flare and ghosting for improved contrast and color accuracy. Additionally, complementing the imaging capabilities, a Silent Wave Motor affords fast and precise autofocus performance, along with full-time manual focus override, to benefit both stills and video applications.

Open Box Products Have a Limited 1-Year Manufacturer Warranty    F-Mount Lens/FX Format    Aperture Range: f/2.8 to f/22    Three Aspherical and Three ED Elements    Nano Crystal & Super Integrated Coatings    Silent Wave Motor AF System    Rounded 9-Blade Diaphragm

Standard zoom is designed for FX-format F-mount cameras, however can also be used with DX models where it provides a 36-105mm equivalent focal length range.

Bright constant f/2.8 maximum aperture affords consistent illumination throughout the zoom range and also affords greater control over depth of field for isolating subjects and working with selective focus techniques.

Three aspherical elements are used to reduce spherical aberrations and distortion in order to realize sharp imagery with accurate rendering.

Three extra-low dispersion elements greatly reduce color fringing and chromatic aberrations in order to produce greater clarity and color accuracy.

Both a Nano Crystal Coat and a Super Integrated Coating have been applied to individual elements to suppress internal reflections, flare, and ghosting for improved contrast and color accuracy when working in strong lighting conditions.

Silent Wave Motor affords quick, quiet, and precise autofocus performance along with full-time manual focus override. An internal focusing design is also used, where only the internal lens groups are moved during focusing, to maintain the overall length of the lens during use and to promote faster focusing speeds.

Rounded nine-blade diaphragm promotes a pleasing out of focus quality that benefits the use of shallow depth of field techniques.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. I have a Nikon D5500, I am looking for a fast sharp lense with zoom to capture landscapes, architecture and portraits with shallow DOF. More or less an excellent all purpose lense. Will 24-70mm work with D5500 and what are the recommendations if not?

A: this is a full frame lens .It would be 36- 105 on your camera.Alot of money too .If you're planning to move up to full frame ok but if not I wound do it .TThere are several alternatives in the 17-55 f2.8 .Tamron ,this would be approx 24-70 .the nikon 17 55 is pro but big dollars .With your camera I would look Tamron 17 55 ,a dx lens good reputation .If you want nikon 17-55 is large but great .

Q: 2. I am looking for lens/camera to take pictures of my nephews' high school basketball games in the gym. Lighting is horrible and I have never been able to take a clear, crisp shot during the games. Will this camera work for what I am wanting? Does anyone have anything better to suggest for gymnasium basketball action shots? Any help is appreciated.

A: Yes, this lens would be good for B-ball games and everyday photos, if you are situated under the hoop, if not, then the 70-200mm 2.8 would be ideal.

Q: 3. How good will it be to combine this lens with Nikon z6 ?

A: Very good lens , You will need FTZ adapter

Q: 4. I don't have a full frame camera its a D5600, but can I use this lens without any problems?

A: Yes, the D5600 can use either a crop frame or a full frame lens. The Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 24-70mm f/2.8G ED is fully compatible with the D5600.

Q: 5. Compatible with full frame

A: I shoot it on a Nikon DF as a primary lens. It is razor sharp even at 800-1600 ISO.

Q: 6. What has been done to a lens that has been refurbished?

A: It was a used lens and it has been restored to its original condition.

Q: 7. Is this a parfocal lens?

A: Yes, this lens is parfocal.

Q: 8. I have noticed that the newer version of this lens has VR. It seems that this lens is a bit heavy. Does anyone feel that the VR is needed? It would be out of my price range to buy the VR, but I do not want to waste my money on the non-vr and regret it either.

A: I just got it , up grading from an 18-105 kit lens, it is a huge improvement. I spent Saturday doing a Christmas photo shoot, over 700 images. It was a dark cloudy day. I am super happy with it , sharp images and we shot until nearly dark with even some of those being keepers. I did not find it heavy at all but I normally shoot a200-500 hand held. I am keeping the lens.

Q: 9. Is this lens compatible with the Nikon D3200?

A: Yes.

Q: 10. What can I do to rectify the lens when the auto focus suddenly stops working during shooting operation?

A: The autofocus should never stop working during shooting operation. You should have a trained repair shop look at it, or if it's still under warranty, contact Nikon for a warranty repair.