Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 16-35mm f/4G ED VR

Versatile wide-angle zoom with vibration reduction

Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 16-35mm f/4G ED VR
79/100
LENS SCORE
Features 16
Performance 16
Durability 16
Price 14
Usability 17
Brand Nikon
Model 2182

Key Features

OPTICS 17 elements in 12 groups with 2 ED and 3 aspherical elements
APERTURE Constant f/4 maximum aperture with 9 rounded diaphragm blades
AUTOFOCUS Silent Wave Motor (SWM) for fast and quiet internal focusing
STABILIZATION VR II system providing up to 4 stops of compensation
COATING Nano Crystal Coat to reduce ghosting and flare
FOCUSING Internal focusing (IF) design with full-time manual override
CONSTRUCTION Weather-sealed mount and robust barrel construction
FILTER 77mm front filter thread for standard circular filters
COMPATIBILITY Designed for Nikon FX-format DSLR cameras
MIN FOCUS 0.29m (0.95ft) minimum focus distance across zoom range
DIAPHRAGM Rounded 9-blade diaphragm for smooth bokeh
MOUNT Nikon F-mount with electronic aperture control
WEIGHT 680g (24 oz) balanced for professional bodies

The Most Important Rings & Switches — Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 16-35mm f/4G 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 VR II
Weather Sealing ✓ Present Rubber mount gasket

How-to Use Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 16-35mm f/4G ED VR

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Technical Specification

Focal Length 16-35mm
Max Aperture f/4
Min Aperture f/22
Lens Construction 17 elements in 12 groups
Angle of View 107u00b0 - 63u00b0
Min Focus Distance 0.29m
Max Reproduction Ratio 0.25x
Diaphragm Blades 9 (rounded)
Filter Size 77mm
Focus Motor SWM (Silent Wave Motor)
Stabilization VR II (4 stops)
Weather Sealing Yes (rubber gasket)
Weight 680g
Dimensions 82.5 x 125mm