Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 16-85mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR

Versatile DX-format zoom with vibration reduction

Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 16-85mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR
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LENS SCORE
Features 16
Performance 16
Durability 16
Price 14
Usability 17
Brand Nikon
Model 2178

Key Features

OPTICS 17 elements in 11 groups including 2 ED and 3 aspherical elements
APERTURE 7-blade rounded diaphragm for smooth bokeh
AUTOFOCUS Silent Wave Motor (SWM) for fast, quiet AF
STABILIZATION VR II image stabilization providing up to 4 stops
FORMAT Designed for Nikon DX-format DSLR cameras
ZOOM 5.3x zoom range covering wide-angle to telephoto
COATING Nikon Super Integrated Coating to reduce flare
MIN FOCUS 0.38m (1.25 ft) throughout the entire zoom range
FILTER 67mm filter thread size
MOUNT Nikon F-mount bayonet mount
CONSTRUCTION High-quality plastic barrel with metal mount
WEATHER SEALING Rubber gasket at the lens mount
COMPATIBILITY Compatible with all Nikon DX and FX DSLRs

The Most Important Rings & Switches — Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 16-85mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR

Ring / Switch / Control Status Note
Focus Ring ✓ Present
Zoom Ring ✓ Present
Aperture Ring ✗ Not Present
AF/MF Switch ✓ Present
Image Stabilisation Switch ✓ Present
Focus Limiter Switch ✗ Not Present
Function (L-Fn) Button ✗ Not Present
Zoom Lock Switch ✗ Not Present
Optical Image Stabilisation (OIS) ✓ Present
Weather Sealing ~ Limited Rubber mount gasket only

How-to Use Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 16-85mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR

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Technical Specification

Focal Length 16-85mm
Max Aperture f/3.5-5.6
Min Aperture f/22-36
Lens Construction 17 elements in 11 groups
Angle of View 83u00b0 - 18u00b050'
Min Focus Distance 0.38m
Max Reproduction Ratio 0.22x
Diaphragm Blades 7 (rounded)
Filter Size 67mm
Focus Motor SWM (Silent Wave Motor)
Stabilization VR II (4 stops)
Mount Nikon F
Weight 485g
Dimensions 72 x 85 mm