Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 24-85mm f/3.5-4.5G ED VR

AF-S NIKKOR 24-85mm f/3.5-4

Lens Summary

Brand: Nikon

Also Known As: Nikon 24-85mm f/3.5-4.5G VR

Lens Type: Zoom Lens

Format: Full Frame / FX

Focus: Autofocus

Lens Mount: Nikon F

Release Date: 2012-06-14

MSRP Price: $599

Made in: China

Infrared Rating: Good

Production Status: In Production

Lens Description: Highly versatile wide angle to medium telephoto FX-format zoom lens with Nikon\'s second-generation Vibration Reduction (VR II) technology for noticeably sharper photos and HD videos.

Photography Life Review Summary: I spent over a month testing this lens on multiple Nikon cameras and found it to be a solid performer overall. While it is a little weak at short focal lengths and in the extreme corners, it has very good center sharpness and its overall resolution is quite good when stopped down to f/8 and smaller. At longer focal lengths above 35mm, it can resolve a lot of fine detail and it outperforms the older 24-85mm lenses, even in the corners. The Nikon 24-85mm VR almost has no focus shift and it has much less field curvature issues compared to the discontinued Nikon 24-85mm f/3.5-4.5G ED and the much older Nikon 24-85mm f/2.8-4D lenses. Vibration Reduction (VR II) is very useful and works extremely well, allowing to use up to 3-4 times slower shutter speeds. It produces images with great contrast and beautiful colors, although I would not put it in the same category with some of Nikon’s pro level lenses. Read the full Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 24-85mm f/3.5-4.5G ED VR Review by Photography Life.


Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 24-85mm f/3.5-4.5G ED VR Specifications

Lens Specifications
* Supplied accessories may differ depending on country or area 
Lens TypeZoom Lens
Focal Length24-85mm
Mount TypeNikon F
FormatFull Frame / FX
Compatible Format(s)FX, DX
Compatible with TeleconvertersNo
Zoom Ratio3.5x
Maximum Reproduction Ratio0.22x
Vibration Reduction (Image Stabilization)Yes
Aperture Information
Aperture RingNo
Maximim Aperturef/3.5
Minimum Aperturef/22-29
Maximum Angle of View (APS-C or smaller format)61°
Minimum Angle of View (APS-C or smaller format)18°50’
Maximum Angle of View (Full frame or larger format)84°
Minimum Angle of View (Full frame or larger format)28°30’
Optical Information
Lens Elements16
Lens Groups11
Diaphragm Blades7
Extra-Low Dispersion Glass Elements1
Aspherical Elements3
Super Integrated Coat (SIC)Yes
Focus Information
FocusAutofocus
Built-in Focus MotorYes
Silent Wave Motor (SWM)Yes
Internal FocusingYes
Minimum Focus Distance0.38m
Focus Mode SwitchAF, Manual
G-typeYes
Distance InformationYes
Filter Information
Filter Size72mm
Accepts Filter TypeScrew-on
Physical Characteristics
Weather / Dust SealingNo
Mount MaterialMetal
Dimensions78 x 82mm
Weight465g
Other Information
Available in ColorsBlack
Supplied AccessoriesLC-72 Snap-on Front Lens Cap, HB-63 Bayonet Lens Hood, LF-4 Rear Lens Cap, CL-1118 Soft Lens Case

Lens Construction

AF-S NIKKOR 24-85mm f/3.5-4.5G ED VR Lens Construction

MTF Chart

AF-S NIKKOR 24-85mm f/3.5-4.5G ED VR MTF Curve

Image Samples

Nikon 24-85mm VR Sample (2) Nikon 24-85mm VR Sample (13)

Nikon 24-85mm VR Sample (11) Nikon 24-85mm VR Sample (5)

Nikon 24-85mm VR Sample (16) Nikon 24-85mm VR Sample (18)

Nikon 24-85mm VR Sample (1) Nikon 24-85mm VR Sample (20)

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