AF-S DX NIKKOR 16-85mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR (5.3x)

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Compact 5.3x zoom DX-NIKKOR lens with SWM and VR II



2008 Release



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Main Features


5.3x zoom lens covering a wide focal range of 16 to 85mm (picture angle is equivalent to focal length of 24 to 127.5mm in the 35mm format)
Vibration Reduction II enables sharper pictures while shooting at shutter speeds up to four stops slower than would otherwise be possible
Optical design optimized for superior performance with Nikon digital SLRs
ED (Extra-low Dispersion) glass elements minimize chromatic aberration while providing higher resolution and superior contrast
Three aspherical lens elements minimize various types of lens aberration High-performance Nikon Super Integrated Coating achieves superior color reproduction while substantially reducing ghosting and flare Nikon’s exclusive Silent Wave Motor ensures fast, quiet autofocus operation Rounded seven-blade diaphragm opening makes out-of-focus elements appear more natural 0.38 m/1.3 ft. closest focus distance throughout the entire zoom range Accepts 67 mm filter attachments





Specifications






Focal length

16-85 mm

Maximum aperture

f/3.5-5.6

Lens construction

17 elements in 11 groups (with two ED glass elements, three aspherical lenses)

Picture angle

83° - 18°50’

Number of diaphragm blades

7 (rounded)

Minimum f/stop

22-36

Closest focusing distance

0.38 m (1.3 ft.) (throughout the entire zoom range)

Maximum reproduction ratio

1/4.6

Zoom control

Manual, via separate zoom ring

M/A mode

Available

Weight (approx.):

485 g/17.1 oz.

Dimensions (approx.) (from the camera’s lens mounting flange)

72 x 85 mm/2.8 x 3.4 in.

External front filter attachment frame

Does not rotate

External front filter

67mm

Supplied accessories

67 mm snap-on front lens cap LC-67, Rear lens cap LF-1,Bayonet hood HB-39, Flexible lens pouch CL-1015

Optional accessories

67 mm screw-in filters

Distance scale

Does have






MTF Chart


Wide Tele

Spatial Frequencies S: Sagittal M: Meridional
10 lines/mm
30 lines/mm
How to read the MTF chart





Lens Construction



: Aspherical lens elements: Super ED glass elements
: ED glass elements