Nikon AF-S FX NIKKOR 24-70mm f/2.8E ED Vibration Reduction Zoom Lens with Auto Focus for Nikon DSLR Cameras
The AF-S NIKKOR 24-70mm f/2.8E ED VR improves upon nearly every aspect of its acclaimed predecessor-sharpness, speed, consistency, control and durability plus vibration Reduction image stabilization technology-and the results are stunning. A truly versatile wide-angle to short telephoto lens characterized by its constant f/2.8 maximum aperture and electromagnetic aperture mechanism, The revised optical design incorporates
The AF-S NIKKOR 24-70mm f/2.8E ED VR improves upon nearly every aspect of its acclaimed predecessor-sharpness, speed, consistency, control and durability plus vibration Reduction image stabilization technology-and the results are stunning. A truly versatile wide-angle to short telephoto lens characterized by its constant f/2.8 maximum aperture and electromagnetic aperture mechanism, The revised optical design incorporates a unique aspherical extra-low dispersion element, in addition to three aspherical, two extra-low dispersion, and one high refractive index elements, to help reduce chromatic aberrations and distortions throughout the zoom range pair it with a Nikon full-frame high-resolution DSLR, and achieve new levels of sharpness and clarity. From Studio work to field assignments, environmental to events, stills to HD video, when chasing the decisive moment, you’ll always know which lens to grab.Features: optical precision to the edge of the frame – a first for NIKKOR lenses, A new aspherical extra-low dispersion (ASP/ED) element is paired with traditional as, ED and HRI elements for a thrilling new level of optical precision. Photos and videos take on a beautiful balance of sharpness and soft blur effects, virtually free of flare, ghosting, coma, chromatic or spherical aberration, even at the far edges of the frame. For those who thrive on image quality, The AF-S NIKKOR 24-70mm f/2.8E ED VR delivers.Versatility, speed and durability – 24-70mm is the sweet spot of the zoom range for many photographers, great for everything from landscapes and studio work to weddings and press events. The F/2.8 constant aperture allows for faster shutter speeds to freeze fast action, renders a beautiful bokeh blur and performs brilliantly in low light. Add an electromagnetic diaphragm for fast auto-exposure control plus the protection of Nikon Fluorine Coat on the front and rear glass, and you’ve got the ultimate workhorse for nearly any situation.4.0 stops of vibration. When using vibration reduction, press the shutter-release button halfway and wait for the image in the viewfi nder to stabilize before pressing the shutter-release button the rest of the way down
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Works Great on Nikon D850 Purchased this Nikon 24-70 VR for a Nikon D850 for handheld, on-the-go travel (e.g., landscapes, portraits, group shots, etc.) and got a 90-95% hit rate on sharpness / autofocus mounted to a Nikon D850.I owned the prior iteration, non-VR version of the lens which is definitely sharp or sharper in the center using the Nikon D810, yet the newer VR version seems to be sharper along the entire frame and works great with the newer Nikon D850.
A dream is a wish your heart makes This is a dream lens that had been on my wish list for a long time before I decided to make the investment, at the risk of probable starvation.I am a serious hobby photographer since 2009, and I shoot theatrical shows, dance shows, and performance art in general, as well as some portraits, landscapes and still life. I shoot with a Nikon D750 and D500, with mostly Nikkor glass, except for my previous go-to lenses which are {another brand] 24-70 f/2.8 and 70-200 f/2.8. I thought I…
Great for landscapes; not so great for portrait work. This is a tricky lens to review. I owned the non-VR version but sold it because I didn’t find it to be terribly sharp across the range from center to corners. The centers were sharp, but the corners were soft and I never felt I got the kind of sharp landscape photos for which I would normally use the lens. The new lens seems to have made some design changes (see Roger Cicala’s excellent bench tests of this against the old one and the Tamron VR at the blog on lensrentals.com). In the main,…