Nikon AF-P DX NIKKOR 10-20mm f/4.5-5.6G VR

Ultra-wide angle performance for DX format cameras

Nikon AF-P DX NIKKOR 10-20mm f/4.5-5.6G VR
79/100
LENS SCORE
Features 16
Performance 16
Durability 16
Price 14
Usability 17
Brand Nikon
Model 20068

Key Features

OPTICS 14 elements in 11 groups including 3 aspherical elements
AUTOFOCUS Pulse stepping motor (AF-P) for fast, quiet AF
STABILIZATION Vibration Reduction (VR) providing 3.5 stops of compensation
APERTURE 7-blade rounded diaphragm for smooth bokeh
MIN FOCUS 0.22m (0.8ft) minimum focus distance
FILTER 72mm front filter thread
COMPATIBILITY Optimized for Nikon DX-format DSLR cameras
CONSTRUCTION Lightweight plastic barrel design
COATING Super Integrated Coating to reduce ghosting and flare
VIDEO Smooth, near-silent autofocus ideal for video recording
MOUNT Nikon F-mount (DX format)
WEATHER SEALING Dust and moisture resistant mount gasket
SIZE Compact and portable design for travel

The Most Important Rings & Switches — Nikon AF-P DX NIKKOR 10-20mm f/4.5-5.6G VR

Ring / Switch / Control Status Note
Focus Ring ✓ Present Electronic focus ring
Zoom Ring ✓ Present
Aperture Ring ✗ Not Present Controlled via camera body
AF/MF Switch ✗ Not Present Controlled via camera menu
Image Stabilisation Switch ✗ Not Present Controlled via camera menu
Focus Limiter Switch ✗ Not Present
Function (L-Fn) Button ✗ Not Present
Zoom Lock Switch ✗ Not Present
Optical Image Stabilisation (OIS) ✓ Present VR system
Weather Sealing ~ Limited Mount gasket only

How-to Use Nikon AF-P DX NIKKOR 10-20mm f/4.5-5.6G VR

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Technical Specification

Focal Length 10-20mm
Aperture Range f/4.5-5.6 to f/22-29
Lens Construction 14 elements in 11 groups
Angle of View 109u00b0 to 70u00b0
Min Focus Distance 0.22m (0.8ft)
Max Magnification 0.17x
Diaphragm Blades 7 (rounded)
Filter Size 72mm
Stabilization Vibration Reduction (VR)
Focus Motor Pulse Motor (AF-P)
Weather Sealing Dust/moisture resistant mount
Weight 230g
Dimensions 77 x 73 mm