Nikon AF 24-85mm f2.8-4D IF Lens

The Nikon AF 24-85mm f2.8-4D IF is a telephoto zoom lens. The Nikon AF 24-85 provides a great reproduction ratio of 1:2 from 35 to 85 mm.

Photographers seeking a wide-to-telephoto lens ideal for landscapes, full length portraits, travel and general purpose photography will revel in the excitement of the new Nikon AF Zoom-Nikkor 24-85mm f/2.8-4D IF lens. Compact and lightweight, this Nikon AF 24-85 high-performance zoom lens captures 24mm wide-angle images with a fast f/2.8 maximum aperture, with autofocus throughout the lens' close-up Macro focusing range.

Its maximum Reproduction Ratio (R: R) at 85mm is 1/2 life size (1: 2), allowing superb close-up photography. Breathtaking wide-angle landscapes are also possible with this versatile 3.5x zoom.Travelers on the move will appreciate the versatility of this new lens as they creatively zoom to capture a different point of view. Shoot an entire landscape and then zoom in for a detail. Focus even closer, down to 1/2 life-size. The lens offers many features for which Nikon is recognized as the world's photography leader, including: Nikon D-type design, providing precise distance AF Zoom-Nikkor 24-85mm f/2.8-4D IF / 2-2-2 information for flash and ambient light exposure processes; high-performance Nikon Super Integrated Coating, offering superior color reproduction and minimizing ghost and flare; and IF (Internal Focusing) design for smooth, fast autofocus. In addition, an HB-25 flower type lens shade effectively shields against stray light, and two aspherical lens elements are employed for superior optical performance and very compact design.

Nikon AF 24-85mm f2.8-4D IF Lens details: 

• Fast f/2.8 maximum aperture at 24mm focal length
• Provides maximum 1:2 reproduction ratio from 35-85mm
• Hybrid and molded-glass aspherical lens elements for higher optical performance
• Nine-blade rounded diaphragm achieves a natural blur for out-of-focus elements

Lens construction: 15 elements in 11 groups (2 aspherical lenses)

Picture angle: 84° - 28°30' [61° - 18°50' with Nikon digital cameras (Nikon DX format)]

Focal-length scale: 24, 28, 35, 50, 70, 85mm

Number of diaphragm blades: 9 (rounded)

Minimum f/stop: 22

Closest focusing distance: 0.5m (0.21m at 85mm focal length and macro setting)

Maximum reproduction ratio: 1/5.9 (1/2 at 85mm focal length and macro setting)

Zoom control: Manual, via separate zoom ring

Macro focusing: Selectable via the macro switch

Focus-limit switch: N/A

M/A mode: N/A

Focus lock button: N/A

Weight (approx.): 545g

Dimensions (approx.) (from the camera’s lens mounting flange): 78.5?82.5 mm

Lens cap: Snap-on

Lens hood: HB-25 (supplied)

Lens case: CL-S2 (optional)

Tripod collar: N/A

External front filter attachment frame: Does not rotate

External front filter: 72mm

Slip-on filter: N/A

Built-in/rear filter: N/A

Circular polarizing filter: Usable.

Circular polarizing filter II: Usable, even with dedicated Lens Hood HB-25

AF-3: Usable, but vignetting may occur at ? (infinity) setting, or macro at wideangle setting. (0)

AF-4: Usable. (0): ( ) Indicates maximum number of usable hoods (HN-36 for AF-3/HN-37 for AF-4).

Infrared compensation scale: Only for 24mm focal length

Supplied accessories: 72mm snap-on front lens cap, Rear lens cap LF-1, Bayonet Hood HB-25

Aperture ring: Does have

Distance scale: Does have

Material of bayonet ring: Metal