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

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

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ED SIC ASPIF D G SWM M/A VR DX

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



2008 Release



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Nikon Vibration Reduction (VR) function









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  




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