Nikon AF-S Zoom-NIKKOR 20-35mm f/2.8D IF

Professional wide-angle zoom with constant aperture

Nikon AF-S Zoom-NIKKOR 20-35mm f/2.8D IF
79/100
LENS SCORE
Features 15
Performance 17
Durability 18
Price 12
Usability 17
Brand Nikon
Model 1935

Key Features

OPTICS 14 elements in 11 groups with one hybrid aspherical element
APERTURE Constant f/2.8 maximum aperture throughout the zoom range
AUTOFOCUS Silent Wave Motor (SWM) for fast and quiet focusing
INTERNAL FOCUS IF design ensures the front element does not rotate
DIAPHRAGM 9-blade rounded diaphragm for smooth bokeh
CONSTRUCTION Professional-grade metal barrel construction
FILTER 77mm front filter thread
COMPATIBILITY Full-frame FX and DX format compatible
COATING Nikon Integrated Coating (NIC) for flare reduction
ZOOM Internal zoom mechanism maintains lens length
MOUNT Nikon F-mount with D-type distance information
WEATHER SEALING Robust build quality suitable for professional field use
MIN FOCUS 0.5 meters (1.6 feet) across the entire zoom range

The Most Important Rings & Switches — Nikon AF-S Zoom-NIKKOR 20-35mm f/2.8D IF

Ring / Switch / Control Status Note
Focus Ring ✓ Present
Zoom Ring ✓ Present
Aperture Ring ✓ Present
AF/MF Switch ✓ Present
Image Stabilisation Switch ✗ Not Present
Focus Limiter Switch ✗ Not Present
Function (L-Fn) Button ✗ Not Present
Zoom Lock Switch ✗ Not Present
Optical Image Stabilisation (OIS) ✗ Not Present
Weather Sealing ✓ Present Professional build

How-to Use Nikon AF-S Zoom-NIKKOR 20-35mm f/2.8D IF

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Technical Specification

Lens Type Wide-angle Zoom
Focal Length 20-35mm
Maximum Aperture f/2.8
Minimum Aperture f/22
Lens Construction 14 elements in 11 groups
Diaphragm Blades 9
Minimum Focus Distance 0.5m (1.6 ft)
Maximum Reproduction Ratio 1:8.3
Focus Motor SWM (Silent Wave Motor)
Filter Size 77mm
Weight 685g
Dimensions 82.5 x 108 mm
Mount Nikon F
Format FX/Full-frame
Hood HB-8 (Included)