Exclusive Nano Crystal Coat

Further reduces ghosting and internal flare for even greater image clarity.

 

Nikon Silent Wave Motor (SWM)

Delivers fast, accurate and quiet autofocusing.

 

Nikon Super Integrated Coating (SIC)

Enhances light transmission efficiency and offers superior color consistency and reduced flare.

 

Rugged Construction

Featuring enhanced dust and moisture-resistance, magnesium die-cast barrel construction and a protective meniscus front lens.Fully compatible with Nikon TC-14E II, TC-17E II and TC-20E II (III) Teleconverters.

 

Nikon VR (Vibration Reduction) image stabilization provides 3.0 stops** of blur free handheld shooting, assuring dramatically sharper still images and HD video capture.

 

Three Extra-low Dispersion (ED) Elements

Offers superior sharpness and color correction by effectively minimizing chromatic aberration, even at wide apertures.

 

Three Focus Modes

A/M mode joins the familiar M/A and M modes, enhancing AF control versatility with fast, secure switching between auto and manual focus to accommodate personal shooting techniques.

 

AF Memory Recall

Allows instant return to a predetermined point of focus.

 

Close Focusing to 7.2 feet

Focus to 7.2 feet in manual focus or 7.5 feet in autofocus, enabling striking image perspectives.

 

Rounded 9-Blade Diaphragm

Renders more natural appearance of out-of-focus image areas.