Lens Summary
Brand: Nikon
Also Known As: Nikon 16-85mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR
Lens Type: Zoom Lens
Format: APS-C / DX
Focus: Autofocus
Lens Mount: Nikon F
Release Date: 2008-01-29
MSRP Price: $699.95
Made in: Thailand
Infrared Rating: Good
Production Status: In Production
Lens Description: The most balanced and versatile standard zoom lens for passionate DX-format D-SLR shooters, the AF-S NIKKOR 16–85mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR offers a 5.3x zoom range. Incredible sharpness, a compact body and Nikon VR II (Vibration Reduction) image stabilization ensure steadier stills and HD videos and more shooting opportunities—from everyday portraits to travel, landscape and architecture.
Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 16-85mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR Specifications
| Lens Specifications | |
|---|---|
| * Supplied accessories may differ depending on country or area | |
| Lens Type | Zoom Lens |
| Focal Length | 16-85mm |
| Mount Type | Nikon F |
| Format | APS-C / DX |
| Compatible Format(s) | DX FX in DX Crop Mode |
| Compatible with Teleconverters | No |
| Zoom Ratio | 5.3x |
| Maximum Reproduction Ratio | 0.22x |
| Vibration Reduction (Image Stabilization) | Yes |
| Aperture Information | |
| Aperture Ring | No |
| Maximum Aperture | f/3.5 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/22 |
| Maximum Angle of View (APS-C or smaller format) | 83° |
| Minimum Angle of View (APS-C or smaller format) | 18°50’ |
| Optical Information | |
| Lens Elements | 17 |
| Lens Groups | 11 |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 |
| Extra-Low Dispersion Glass Elements | 2 |
| Aspherical Elements | 3 |
| Nano Crystal Coat | No |
| Super Integrated Coat (SIC) | Yes |
| Focus Information | |
| Focus | Autofocus |
| Built-in Focus Motor | Yes |
| Silent Wave Motor (SWM) | Yes |
| Internal Focusing | Yes |
| Minimum Focus Distance | 1.3 ft. (0.38m) |
| Focus Mode Switch | Auto, Manual |
| G-type | Yes |
| Distance Information | Yes |
| Filter Information | |
| Filter Size | 67mm |
| Accepts Filter Type | Screw-on |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Weather / Dust Sealing | No |
| Mount Material | Metal |
| Tripod Collar | No |
| Dimensions | (Approx.) 2.8x3.4 in. (Diameter x Length) 72x85mm (Diameter x Length) |
| Weight | (Approx.) 17.1 oz. (485g) |
| Other Information | |
| Available in Colors | Black |
| Supplied Accessories | LC-67 67mm Snap-on Front Lens Cap, LF-1 Rear Lens Cap, HB-39 Bayonet Hood, CL-1015 Flexible Lens Pouch |
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