Nikon 24-70mm f/2.8G ED AF-S Nikkor Wide Angle Zoom Lens

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The fast, wide-angle to medium telephoto AF-S zoom lens from Nikon is optimized for edge-to-edge sharpness on both the Nikon FX (23.9 x 36mm) and DX-format image sensors, with focus as close as 14.9 inches. Enhanced optical formulas, engineered to produce exceptional sharpness, contrast and color, render outstanding image integrity, while two ED (Extra-low Dispersion) elements and PGM aspherical lenses futher control chromatic aberrations at even the widest aperture settings It has an exclusive Nano Crystal Coat to reduce ghosting and flare for even greater image clarity. The Nikon Silent Wave Motor (SWM) enables ultra high-speed autofocusing with exceptional accuracy and powerful, super-quiet operation, while the Internal Focus (IF) provides fast and quiet auto focusing without changing the length of the lens and M/A Focus Mode switch enables quick response to changing situations between Auto and Manual focus operation. With all these features, as well as an incredible resilience to dust, water and general wear and tear, the Nikon 24-70mmf/2.8G ED Lens is a welcome way to meet your telephotography needs. Internal Focus (IF) provides auto focusing without changing the length of the lens M/A Focus Mode switch enables quick changing between Auto and Manual focus operation.
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- AF-S 24-70mm f/2.8G ED lens
- Designed for use with Nikon digital SLR cameras including the D40, D60, D80, D90, and D300
- 36-105mm effective focal length for APS-C sensor cameras
- Versatile zoom range for landscapes, people photography, and everyday shooting
- Minimum focus distance: 16 in.
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 "The BEST lens I've ever owned" 2010-02-17
By gotsoul (Mission Viejo, CA USA)
I am a Nikon shooter for over 25yrs and this is hands down the best lens I've ever had. Yes it's very expensive, but it's well worth it. The sharpness and the low light capability is astounding. I have a D700 and the combo is incredible. It is a heavy lens, especially combined with the D700 it can be tiring if shooting all day. The results make up for it though. Get a good camera strap (I bought a Tamrac one) and that helps. Also suggest B+W MRC UV filter(they are the best) for protection.

other lenses: 50 1.4f AFS, 85 1.4f, 80-200 2.8f, 35 2f. Also use it on my D80 with exclnt results, but not as ideal with the cropped sensor...

 "consider an alternative" 2010-01-20
By Jim Mcculloch (Austin, TX USA)
This is not actually a review of the lens, which I do not own, but its price. The old nikkor 35-70 f/2.8 is still widely available, and the optics (according to reviews I have read) are essentially indistinguishable. Certainly mine has superb optics. Neither lens has vr. The difference between 24mm and 35mm at the wide end is significant, but in my opinion is not $1500 significant. (I picked my 35-70 up recently for $300 used and I am very pleased with its performance.) So if you have the money, go for the 24-70. If you are strapped for cash, you can still find a terrific alternative, the 35-70, much more cheaply.



My 3 star rating is entirely about the price as compared with a very good alternative.

 "Fantastic Mid-range Zoom!" 2010-01-15
By J. T. Hwang (Chicago, IL)
I was a bit skeptical about all the positive reviews of this lens, after owning it for a month and using it frequently, I would have to agree with all the positive reviews of this lens. Yes, it's heavy in comparison to prime and consumer lenses, but this is light compared to 70-200 or 80-200/2.8. Construction is very good, AF-S focusing is quick and quiet, zoom is pretty smooth (definitely don't have issues here), and lens hood is heavy duty and included with the lens. Takes sharp and contrasty photos with my D700, though I have other lenses covered by the focal lenth of this lens, I use the 24-70mm unless I need a faster lens.



Few things I didn't know about before purchasing this lens. 1) Lens will cause shadows with onboard D700 flash with hood (24-33mm with hood off) which will require me to buy an external flash (which I planned to do), very minor vignetting at 24mm wide open aperture (I notice it but not to the point where I would edit out), will focus very close (est 12-14") for almost macro territory, bokeh is surprisingly good, I don't feel the need for uv filter with the hood in place, lens is water resistant (similar to D700) and liking that I can shoot outdoors w/o having to worry about water getting into optics or electronics.



Some may say it's a bit expensive for mid-range zoom, but it is money very well spent (at least for me). I'm glad that I could enjoy this lens now, than having to wish that I had this lens some five years from now. VR would be nice but unnecessary as D700 takes great photos at ISO 6400, the only way to make this lens better is to wish for a f1.4 version.

 "Best Lens EVER!!" 2010-01-09
By Patrick Smith (Augusta, GA)
I bought this for me d300 and it is an AMAZING lens. The build quality is outstanding!! The only downfalls it that it is heavy and takes a 77mm filter, but the pros defiantly outweigh the cons on this lens. I shoot concerts for my job and this lens is awesome for the job and does crystal clear low light pictures.

Definitely a lens to buy.

 "Very pleased with this lens" 2009-12-17
By Richard C. Pruitt (Chesapeake, VA)
I was frustrated with low light shooting situations, don't care for flash much, so this was my choice. This lens is the one that just stays on my D5000 body. Travel shots, catching the grandkids at play or whatever, it is the most universal lens I could ask for. It is super fast to focus, produces razor sharp images and the weight helps steady things a bit. I also wanted the new 70-200mm F2.8, but I know I will do more shooting in this range than any other. I love it.


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- Includes - LC-67 67mm snap-on front lens cap; LF-1 rear lens cap; HB-32 Bayonet lens hood, CL-1018 Flexible lens pouch
- Vibration Reduction is engineered specifically for each VR NIKKOR lens and enables handheld shooting at up to 3 shutter speeds slower than normal.
- Aspherical lens element virtually eliminates coma and other types of lens aberration, further improving image integrity.
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- Close focusing to 1.48 feet - Creative close-up photography is possible throughout the entire zoom range.
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 "Serious flaw in materials used for mount" 2010-02-10
By Mark Alsip (Kentucky, USA)
Of the dozen or so Nikon lenses I've owned, this is the first I've been unhappy with. Features vs. price isn't a problem, but quality of materials has turned out to be a huge issue. To save money or weight (or both) Nikon has used thin, cheap plastic instead of metal for the bayonet mount. I didn't notice just how thin and fragile this plastic was until shooting in 28 degree weather last month, when the lens literally fell off the camera body as I was zoomed in on a subject.



Inside the body I found a tiny shard of black plastic that turned out to be all that ever held the lens on the body. Comparing the shard to the remainder that had NOT broken off the lens, I was shocked to see just how thin this very important of plastic had been on the day the lens left the factory -- what I mean is, I wasn't looking at a mount worn thin by repeated use: this was original material and workmanship with no signs of abuse or wear in the 10 months since I'd purchased it new.



The lens is on its way to Nikon repair now but the only thing I fear more than them NOT fixing it for free is that they'll replace it with another poorly-made lens that's going to fall apart on me in the middle of an important shoot. I don't "baby" my equipment but I do take care of it and I expect it to last for years as a result. This used to be what Nikon stood for and I'm still using Nikon lenses purchased over 20 year ago. Corners were obviously cut to produce this lens cheaply and in looking at how it's made, I'm not surprised it fell off the camera body and into a snow bank during normal use. This lens does NOT represent a commitment to quality. Unless you plan on never removing it from the camera body, I would look elsewhere...

 "enjoy the lens" 2010-02-06
By Jeffrey I. Turkel (North Pole, Alaska, USA)
I got this as the kit lens when I purchased my Nikon D90. It's a good all around lens with very convenient focal range. Fast focusing with the D90 and the vibration reduction works as advertised. Ocassional the photos are a little soft, but easily fixed with software. Doubt I'd pay the full price for this as an "additional" lens but perfect as a kit lens. As far as the plastic lens mount, just be careful.

 "Definitly better than its reputation on expert sites!!" 2010-01-14
By Cheap-n-Easy (Triad, NC)
I got this lens with my D90 kit. I am also a fan of Ken Rockwell, his reviews and deep expert knowledge about cameras, film and digital. Especially his expertise with Nikon over the past 30 or so years helped me a lot to be smarter about equipment and take better pictures. Ken is not the biggest fan of this AF-S 18-105 VR lens and that would naturally lead many people to caution. I have done my own comparison and truly believe he is too negative about this lens.



What I have:

Nikon D90 (SOLD - great cam but I am eventually getting the D300s - Need a better/faster autofocus system to capture fast moving kids)

Nikon D40 (My all around favorite - For everyday "grab-it-and-go" use as well fast flash photography)

AF-S 35mm f/1.8 prime (you MUST get this one)

AF-S 18-105 VR (This review - I actually kept this lens when I sold the D90 body because I like it so much)

AF-S 18-55 VR D40 kit lens

AF-S 55-200 VR (My travel zoom)

AF-S 70-300 VR (Tripod wildlife shots and similar)



What is good about the AF-S 18-105 VR:

- Very versatile! Great zoom range for most of your photography needs.

- Better AF "hit rate" than the AF-S 18-200 VR

- Sharp, well exposed pictures with really great colors all the time.

- Still "relatively" portable for the zoom range it provides.

- Probably the best bang for the buck AF-S DX VR lens!



What could be better:

- The plastic lens mount is my biggest complaint and the only reason I gave it 4 stars. Nikon has to cut somewhere, I get that ... but the lens mount? C'mon ... this is a real goof by Nikon and in my book inexcusable.

- The lens has a good bit of barrel distortion at 18mm, but then again all super zooms have this issue. Correct in Photoshop is easy if you must. Pincushion distortion is there but much less noticeable.

- No distance range scale/window on lens. Not a must but would really be nice.

- For my liking this lens already on the heavy side of the range, while probably still considered "light" for these now so popular "all around" wide range zooms. Weight is the enemy when it comes to photography. It really changes the dynamics of handling the camera and your entire photography when you have one of these fat primadonnas mounted (they actually handle better on heavy bodies like the D300s than lighter bodies like the D40 since the lighter cams get very "front heavy"). I can only imagine how it might affect your photography when you put the even much heavier AF-s 18-200 VR on you D body. This is also a reason I prefer the D90 over the D300s. I however will need the D300s for its better autofocus capabilities since I you shoot fast moving objects (= kids!). Now if you don't shoot fast moving objects ... by all means get the D90! It does really everything the D300s does IF speed (AF and FPS) is not the issue. So as you can see that personally I am not a big fan of heavy super zooms and, when needing a zoom, prefer to shoot as much as I can with the super light AF-S 18-55 VR which has also a better optical and image quality than both the AF-s 18-200 VR and this AF-s 18-105 VR. If more zoom is needed I take out the AF-s 55-200 VR which is an excellent lens while still very light. When travelling I take my D40 body (super light!) with the AF-s 18-55 VR and the AF-s 55-200 VR most of the time (these two lenses together weigh less or no more than a single AF-s 18-200 VR!). When indoors I try to use the 35mm prime because it is much, much faster than the zooms and has excellent image quality.

- Front lens cap is a bit fiddly to put on as others have noted here, but that's not a biggie.



Bottom line: For those of you thinking about dropping three times as much or more on the (in my opinion) overhyped and very heavy AF-S 18-200 VR ... THINK HARD ABOUT IT and try the AF-s 18-105 out first if you need a super zoom.

I would not pay the huge premium for the AF-S 18-200 VR for several reasons:

- When I compared, and contrary to Ken Rockwell's comments, I find the image quality with the AF-s 18-200 VR poorer than the AF-s 18-105 VR and all other lenses I have (above). Other technical online reviews such as dpreview also support this observation. The AF-s 18-200 has a fuzzier image and more distortion which (contrary to the AF-s 18-105 VR) is also present across a wider zoom range.

- In addition ... think of it this way: With a little shopping you can get the AF-S 18-105 VR, the AF-S 70-300 VR and the must-have AF-s 35mm f/1.8 for the same or just a little more money than a single AF-S 18-200 VR lens. Even better! If you substitute the excellent but a bit pricey AF-s 70-300 VR with the fantastic and ultra cheap AF-s 55-200 VR you'll pay actually less for this entire kit than you will for a for a single AF-s 18-200 VR lens. Almost a full DX system for the price less than one AF-s 18-200 VR lens to which I would only add a super wide angle such as the fantastic (but pricey) Tokina 11-16mm f/2.8 AT-X116 Pro DX.

Unfortunately the AF-S 18-105 VR is often underrated and therefore cheap on the used market as people flock to the AF-s18-200VR. I cannot duplicate the concerns around softness in the corners or fuzziness Ken Rockwell is noticing on this lens. It is an excellent budget lens for a do-it-all if you need that and a real bargain. The only real drawback being the plastic mount. Give it a try before you disregard it or get my budget Nikkor DX "system suggestion" above which is still better than either of these (AF-s 18-55 VR plus a AF-s 55-200VR). I think you'll agree with the other lens owners here!

 "Super People Shooting Lens" 2010-01-04
By Tiffany Ann (Black Diamond Bay)
If I know I'm going to be shooting people, you know, a wedding, bar mitzvah, baptism, birthday party, especially one with children and clowns, then this is the lens I use. If I take both bodies, I'll have a wide angle on the other one, so I can get good group shots inside. The 16-85mm range of the camera translates to 24-127mm in real world photography and that'll give you good wide angle shots and allow you some pretty good closeups from across the room or yard, plus the 80 to 120mm range is perfect for portraits.



This lens isn't all that expensive and you're buying better than excellent optics, Nikon quality (the build on this lens is as good as you'll find on any lens made today) and VR that works (it's almost like going a couple stops lower).



You might wonder why I'd opt for this lens for people shooting events over the very nice Nikon 18-200mm or the Tamron 18-270mm, well this lens weighs less, focuses faster, takes sharper photos and I've never ever wished I'd had a longer lens at an event, well once, when I shot a wedding in Huntington Beach. It was a beach side condo and there was some good surf action going on, great waves, but that had nothing to do with the wedding.



If you want a longer range than the kit lens, this could be a good walkabout lens and there have been days when I've used it for that, though I prefer the more compact Nikon 18-55mm for everyday use and one of the above mentioned wide to long telephotos for vacations. Still if you shoot a lot of people or are planning to, you'll find this lens will serve you well.

 "A great upgrade and overall excellent lens" 2009-12-26
By Weston Powers (Pennsylvania)
I want to say that when I first got this lens for Christmas I was utterly disappointed, not because it wasn't a good lens, but I had my heart set on a prime lens. Well, I pushed my sadness aside and mounted it on my D60. The first thing I noticed about it was the size, it was significantly larger in every way possible over the 18-55mm kit lens that came with the D60. The only thing that didn't change was the f-stop. It was sort of heavy mounted on the D60's tiny body but that is something that is easily overcome. The picture quality and the overall use of the lens is where it started to win me over.

I was shooting inside all day with f/3.5, ISO 800 and shutter speed of 1/6 of a second. The pictures came out crisp and clear with the aid of the vibration reduction, whereas my 18-55mm would be a hit-or-miss. I found it great that I could go from shooting wide angle shots to mid-range telephoto shots without having to switch between lenses. I began to see a difference between the quality of my old 18-55mm and the 18-105mm. The 18-105 is the older brother of the 18-55mm kit lens, and it is more useful/ The focusing ring on the lens can override the auto focus. If you are someone in my situation with a three point AF D60, then this comes in handy considering that the focus isn't always where you want it to be. The feel of the lens was different. It felt like it was made of plastic and rubber on the outside, which isn't bad and doesn't inhibit the ability of the lens to do its job, it just feels sort of cheap if you are obsessed with having the best built thing possible. The feeling of cheapness, isn't something to be concerned about, so long as you realize that the lens is meant for picture taking and not groping. The sheer portability of the lens doesn't seem to be an issue, it is just bulkier then the 18-55mm, especially on the puny D60.

The lens is the kind you want to have if you enjoy having versatility in your range but don't want to put more money towards the 18-200mm lens. I look forward to using this lens a lot more and seeing what it can do. Like everything else, it's flaws are just something that the user will have to learn to overcome. But if you are looking at buying D40, D60 or D5000 I strongly suggest buying the bodies only and buying this lens.


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- 18-55mm lens with f3.5-5.6 maximum aperture for Nikon DSLR cameras
- Focal length equivalent to 27 to 82.5mm in 35mm photography
- Features a Silent Wave Motor and and Vibration Reduction (VR)
- 0.28 meter/0.9 foot closest focusing distance throughout the entire zoom range
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 "Nikon 18-55mm VR Lens" 2010-02-08
By Hsin H. Huang
Basically, it seems a new Nikon lens, so I expect it should work well.

However, sometimes it cannot focus automatically.

This is the unsatisfactory point.

 "Great kit lens" 2010-01-26
By Ericka James (San Francisco, CA)
Versatile kit lens. I plan on buying the 55-200mm as well so I can have the full zoom range of the 18-200mm (which I will admit I still rent for shooting concerts, but can't imagine carrying it around all the time). This 18-55 is a great wide angle zoom lens that is good for shooting outside, nighttime photography (no flash), and shooting with a flash. I found it challenging in low light conditions and resorted to using my 1.8 35 and 50mm lens when I didn't have a flash. It's great for shooting architecture, especially with a tripod. Considering it's price point everyone should have this lens.

 "Garbage lens - have sent back 3 of them" 2010-01-08
By T $ (USA)
I work for a firm that does inspections using cameras. I recently bought 3 D40 kits that came with this lens- All three lens broke within first month of use ( by 3 different architects, so NOT operator error. The plastic gears inside just break. Fortunately had bought warranty through Ritz and sent back to be replaced. Very cheaply made lens - Stay Away.

 "Maybe the Only Lens You'll Ever Need" 2010-01-04
By Tiffany Ann (Black Diamond Bay)
This is the lens that came a D300s that was a gift from my sister for my last birthday. She knew I desperately wanted a second body (camera body that is, though sometimes I wish I could swap the one I was born with) and she didn't want to give me a camera without a lens and she didn't want to give me one with the kit lens.



I already had two lenses in this range, a Tamron 17-50mm, f/2.8 and a very pricy Nikon 17-55 f/2.8, so I never would have purchased this lens for myself. That said, surprisingly I use this lens a lot. I have a lot of lenses, have spent a virtual fortune on them, yet this is my walkabout lens. I never, ever leave home without a camera round my neck. I'm always ready to shoot and this is the lens that's on my camera when I lock my door and get in my car.



It weighs way less than the pricer Nikon and six ounces less than the Tamron. It focuses fast as I can blink, stays locked on and speaking of focus, it focuses ridiculously close. The images are tack sharp, the VR works a treat, so I get great photos in low light situations. And I get virtually no distortion from either end, wide or long. And as an added treat, you can get this lens with its better than excellent optics for less than two hundred dollars.



For many, this may be the only lens they'll ever need. I know I like it. However, if I know I'm going to be shooting inside a lot and don't want to use a flash, or I've I'm going out late, oftentimes I'll use one of my other lenses, because of the lower f/stop, VR not withstanding. All in all though, this is a great lens, one that will serve you in good stead for years and years.

 "Good product." 2009-12-14
By Jason Prado
Recently purchased the 18-55mm VR lens to go with my new Nikon D40X. The product arrived as indicated on time. So far, everything has been great. It's the only lens that I've been using so far and pictures are coming out nice. This lens keeps a good balance with the camera body, keeping it lightweight and comfortable.


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- One-lens solution adept in a wide variety of situations
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- Focus to 20 inches for extended versatility
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 "Exceptional All-Around Performer" 2009-12-23
By Dr. Norge
The 18-200 VR II is an all-around great lens. While it is not "the best" lens available for any single role, it stays mounted on my D90 a large majority of the time. When I don't want to haul around a bag full of gear, this is the lens I take without a thinking twice. Clearly, Nikon had to make some tough choices in balancing the features of this lens, trying to satisfy a wide range of users and applications. Here is my take on where they ended up.



This lens IS:

- Remarkably versatile with an 11x zoom factor

- Surprisingly sharp at all focal lengths

- Very good for outdoor sports in good light

- Useful for almost-macro close-up work

- Solid enough to not require kid-glove treatment

- Usable in many indoor situations with the VR system

- Reasonably sized, considering the zoom range



This lens IS NOT:

- Very fast, especially racked out

- For low-light sports photography

- A pro-level all-metal "indestructable" lens

- Well-suited for low-light shooting

- Compact or lightweight



As noted by other reviewers, the minor distortion and corner fall-off is easily remedied via post-processing software. While many use Photoshop, I recommend DxO Optics Pro software. It has very effective custom modules for this lens and many Nikon DSLRs that work extremely well.



The most pleasant surprise for me with this lens is how good it works for "almost-macro" photography. I also have the heavy and expensive Nikon 105mm f/2.8 VR Micro, which is without a doubt the sharpest lens in my bag. However, some of the best close-up shots of bees, flowers, etc that I have taken came from the 18-200, for two reasons. First, unless I am out on a "macro safari" I don't generally have the 105 mounted, so it isn't always "at the ready" for targets of opportunity. Second, with the 18-200 racked out to 200mm, it focuses about 8 inches from the front of the lens (which equates to just over 19 inches from the sensor), which provides a pretty decent close-in range. For lower light or extreme macro situations, the 105 is still the superior lens, but the 18-200 does much better than I had ever hoped for when pressed into macro service.

 "A good all round lens" 2009-12-16
By Anthony Loh (NY, USA)
I also own the previous version together with this one. Why two? I have a D90 and a D300S and often go out and take photos together with my wife. We both love the flexibility and versatility of this lense.



This VRII version has the same optical quality as the previous version with the exception of a creep-lock, and it cost a couple hundreds dollar more. Not worth the extra money.



This is a good lens (fast focus, nice build, quiet), but not optically superior (ok in sharpness but not great), and still expensive. However, this is the one I almost always take with me wherever I go, although I will pair it with other lenses (e.g., a Nikkor 35mm f1.8g, Tokina 11-16mm f2.8, Nikkor 60mm f2.8g micro, Tamron 17-50mm f2.8 VC, etc.) depending on what I shoot that day.



If you have the $$$ and need a versatile and flexible super zoom lense, go for this one. Otherwise, a used previous version of this lens is equally good.

 "Nikon 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6G AF-S ED VR II" 2009-12-13
By Teunis D. Baas
I have had the earlier version on my D200 but due to a problem with the focus motor sent it in for repair. At the same time decided to change the D200 for a D300s. Since I could not wait for 6 weeks for the orignal 18-200mm to come back I decided to buy another Nikon 18-200mm lens. I believe this lens to be the most versitile for Nikon DSLR - if I could only have one lens this would be it.

 "great all around though a bit lacking" 2009-12-02
By lemonhedo (philadelphia, PA)
This is probably the so called "lens to rule them all" lens from nikon, well not that great, but it could very well substitute for many lens one may potentially have. For starters, this phat barrel can go from 18mm all the way to 200mm (duh*). Though it isn't that much of a fast lens, the aperture is sufficient for almost all daylight activity in the focal range. For people who just got into the dslr system, this is the lens to get.



In my pouch, I have this lens and the 35mm f1.8 prime lens for my portrait shots and night shots. I had not need to switch out the 18-200mm when I go out to take pictures, and that shows how awesome this lens is. Definitely recommended!

 "Very Good Intro Lens" 2009-12-01
By J. Montgomery (Colorado, USA)
I've used this lens and its predecessor extensively and I've been happy with both. They are clear, accurate, and focused. You can find a zillion reviews talking about how awesome this lens. I'm going to highlight the lens' shortcomings. This is not a be all, end all lens. Don't get me wrong, this is my walkaround lens and it stays on my camera 75% of the time. But it's important to know what this lens won't do.



1. Low light. This is a problem that plagues any reasonably priced long-range zoom. If you're going to be doing much shooting indoors, at night, or twilight with this lens, invest in a good quality flash.



2. Bokeh. The majority of the out-of-focus fields look great. However, if you're shooting wide open (low f stop) and there's a lot going on in the background (long grass, trees, etc) some of the finer details can be blurred or occasionally have a weird halo look to them. It's not that big of an issue, but it does happen from time to time.



3. Distortion. Very manageable and hardly noticeable for the most part, but when you shoot things that are obviously supposed to be very straight (buildings, roads, etc)at less than about 50mm there is some pincushioning. This is easily correctable in photoshop.



4. Light falloff. In low-light and long-exposure pictures, you can clearly see some falloff in the corners. Again, hardly a big deal for most photography.



5. Weight. If you're not used to big lenses, this will take some getting used to, especially if you're upgrading from a kit lens.



6. Filters. The 72mm size is getting more popular, but there still aren't nearly as many filters available as some other sizes. There are resizing rings to compensate if you already have some larger rings, or are eyeballing something in particular.



Ok, this was not meant to turn you off of this lens, only to give you a grounded sense of what this lens has to offer. It is a great walkaround lens for everyday use. It is also a great lens for people looking to get their foot in the door with high quality lenses without having spend too much. This won't replace prime lenses, fast lenses, and superzooms. This is a perfect lens to buy if can only afford, or only want one lens. I would still hate to be without this lens. Highly recommended.


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35mm f/1.8 standard lens * designed for Nikon DX SLR cameras * ideal for everyday use * minimum focus distance: 12 in. * minimum aperture: f/22 *
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Technical Details

- Engineered for Nikon DX-format digital SLRs - Optical formula optimized for use with Nikon DX-format digital SLRs
- Aspherical lens element - Minimizes coma and other types of lens aberrations, further improving image integrity
- Nikon Super Integrated Coating (SIC) - Enhances light transmission efficiency and offers superior color consistency and reduced flare
- Exclusive Nikon Silent Wave Motor (SWM) - Enables fast, accurate and quiet autofocus
- Close focusing to one foot for creative perspectives and versatility
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 "Great portrait lens" 2009-11-22
By H. Li (Arlington, MA USA)
This is a excellent lens for portrait. It works great in low light. I love it!

 "Great lens at a great price" 2009-11-18
By L. Villalobos (Los Angeles, CA)
I'm a beginner at photography and I bought this lens for my Nikon D60 camera. This is my first prime lens and I purchased it mainly for taking pictures in low light situations. This lens is working great with my camera and the pictures come out excellent. This lens exceeds what you would expect for the price.

 "35mm is my new favorite lens" 2009-11-16
By Patrick G. Parker (Antioch, TN United States)
I was looking for a low light lens, this one fits the bill perfectly. The depth of field is exceptional, and has really added a nice look to my indoor shots. I am using it on a D5000 so it acts closer to a 50mm lens which is perfect for indoor shots in my opinion. The only thing with the lens, I wish it had a shorter focal distance, but that is very minor. Awesome lens, the best AF-S prime lens you can get for the money I think.

 "My first prime lense." 2009-11-13
By A. Rybalnik (Framingham, MA USA)
This is a great lense, especially for DSLR beginners. I use this lense with my D80 and I am not planning on removing unless I need to do some zoom shots. The focus is not as fast or quiet as other lenses, but that does not bother me one bit. I was able to take a shot of the Halloween decorations in my neigborhood without flash or tripod and still get a crisp, beautiful shot!

 "A great lens for the price!" 2009-11-11
By Michele Brodbeck (Chicago, IL)
Great low light lens. I haven't own anything this bright before so I'm getting used to the depth of field at f1.8 but really love the results. I recommend this lens to anyone with a couple bucks laying around and a Nikon DSLR. It is a must have!


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