Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 24-85mm f/3.5-4.5G ED VR

Versatile full-frame standard zoom with vibration reduction

Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 24-85mm f/3.5-4.5G ED VR
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LENS SCORE
Features 16
Performance 16
Durability 16
Price 14
Usability 17
Brand Nikon
Model 2199

Key Features

FORMAT FX-format (Full-frame) compatible lens
APERTURE Variable f/3.5-4.5 maximum aperture with 7-blade diaphragm
OPTICS 16 elements in 11 groups including one ED and three aspherical elements
AUTOFOCUS Silent Wave Motor (SWM) for fast, quiet autofocusing
STABILIZATION Vibration Reduction (VR) providing up to 4 stops of compensation
FOCUSING Internal Focusing (IF) with manual override (M/A mode)
COATING Nikon Super Integrated Coating to reduce ghosting and flare
MIN FOCUS Minimum focus distance of 0.38m (1.25 ft) throughout zoom range
FILTER 72mm filter thread diameter
MOUNT Nikon F-mount
CONSTRUCTION Plastic barrel construction with rubberized zoom and focus rings
WEATHER SEALING Rubber gasket at the lens mount for dust and moisture resistance
WEIGHT Lightweight design weighing approximately 465g

The Most Important Rings & Switches — Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 24-85mm f/3.5-4.5G ED VR

Ring / Switch / Control Status Note
Focus Ring ✓ Present
Zoom Ring ✓ Present
Aperture Ring ✗ Not Present Controlled via camera body
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 gasket at mount only

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Technical Specification

Lens Type Standard Zoom
Focal Length 24-85mm
Max Aperture f/3.5-4.5
Min Aperture f/22-29
Lens Construction 16 elements in 11 groups
Diaphragm Blades 7 (rounded)
Min Focus Distance 0.38m (1.25 ft)
Max Magnification 0.22x
Filter Size 72mm
Focus Motor Silent Wave Motor (SWM)
Stabilization VR (Vibration Reduction)
Mount Nikon F
Dimensions 78 x 82 mm
Weight 465g