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Nikon 24-70mm f/2.8G ED AF-S Nikkor Wide Angle Zoom Lens

The fast, wide-angle to medium telephoto AF-S zoom lens from Nikon is optimized for edge-to-edge sharpness on both the Nikon FX (23.9 x 36mm) and DX-format image sensors, with focus as close as 14.9 inches. Enhanced optical formulas, engineered to produce exceptional sharpness, contrast and color, render outstanding image integrity, while two ED (Extra-low Dispersion) elements and PGM aspherical lenses futher control chromatic aberrations at even the widest aperture settings It has an exclusive Nano Crystal Coat to reduce ghosting and flare for even greater image clarity. The Nikon Silent Wave Motor (SWM) enables ultra high-speed autofocusing with exceptional accuracy and powerful, super-quiet operation, while the Internal Focus (IF) provides fast and quiet auto focusing without changing the length of the lens and M/A Focus Mode switch enables quick response to changing situations between Auto and Manual focus operation. With all these features, as well as an incredible resilience to dust, water and general wear and tear, the Nikon 24-70mmf/2.8G ED Lens is a welcome way to meet your telephotography needs. Internal Focus (IF) provides auto focusing without changing the length of the lens M/A Focus Mode switch enables quick changing between Auto and Manual focus operation.

• AF-S 24-70mm f/2.8G ED lens
• Designed for use with Nikon digital SLR cameras including the D40, D60, D80, D90, and D300
• 36-105mm effective focal length for APS-C sensor cameras
• Versatile zoom range for landscapes, people photography, and everyday shooting
• Minimum focus distance: 16 in.

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Nikon 24-70mm f/2.8G ED AF-S Nikkor Wide Angle Zoom Lens Reviews

Review by Stephen Green:

I know what you’re thinking: Seventeen hundred bucks or more for a mere midrange zoom?

There is nothing “mere” about this zoom!

Wide open, Nikon’s new workhorse is sharper than most prime lenses. That’s right — I shoot all day long at f/2.8 (I like resulting blurry backgrounds) and never, never lack for sharpness. Being able to shoot f/2.8 at night doesn’t stink, either.

Colors are vibrant, the bokeh (out of focus areas) is creamy, and you’ll see ghosts and flares *only* when shooting straight into the sun. And I’ve never seen an autofocus do its thing so quickly or with such accuracy. I’m catching a lot of shots I used to miss.

No lens is perfect. This one has exactly three drawbacks.

1. It’s pretty darn big for a midrange, so sometimes I miss Nikon’s compact 18-200mm zoom. And that’s without the massive lens hood in place. Snapped on, a big lens gets even bigger.

2. The zoom ring is too close to the camera body. I’ve only been shooting with it for a few days, but I keep grabbing the manual focus ring by mistake. There’s a learning curve here, and I’m not yet over it.

3. It’s in short supply. Good luck finding this beast at the suggested retail price.

On my D300 however, it’s as perfect as a giant, expensive hunk of glass can get. It takes all my standard 77mm filters, and its DX-effective 35-105mm (approximate) zoom range makes it a great “walk around” lens. It goes wide enough for most landscape shots, and zeroes right in on my two-year-old’s face.

But mostly I can’t get over the sharpness, the color, and the responsiveness of the autofocus. I probably paid too much for mine, but it was worth every penny.

Review by Kyle Lanclos:

The image quality from this lens is, as other reviews indicate, nothing short of spectacular. Having used its ancestor, the Nikon 28-70mm f/2.8, I am not surprised in the least. Despite specifications to the contrary, the 24-70mm feels lighter in my hands than the 28-70mm did, and if it is possible, somewhat more responsive. Perhaps the weight distribution is more even in the 24-70mm than it was in the previous iteration.

After using this lens for a few weeks, two things did surprise me:

1. I don’t miss VR in the slightest. I was, to put it mildly, dismayed to find out that Nikon did not include VR in their latest evolution of their fixed-aperture standard zoom. I was, to put it mildly, pleased to see that I get proper exposures with 1/100s shutter speed or higher in all the situations where it matters to me. The configurable auto-ISO on the D300 is a life-saver in this respect; I expect this observation will only become more true as camera technology improves. I suspect Nikon planned this all along.

2. The difference between f/2.8 and f/4.5 is substantial. For the longest time, I kept using my trusty 18-70mm f/3.5-4.5 lens, because I felt sure that I wouldn’t benefit very much from the extra 1/3 to 4/3 stops that the fixed f/2.8 lens has to offer. I was wrong.

I primarily use this lens indoors, and for basic portrait work. For these settings, it is exemplary; my only regret is that this lens may put my 50mm f/1.4 out of business. That would be a sad development.

Another area where this lens shines is quasi-macro work. With a reproduction ratio slightly better than 1:4, you get respectably close to small subjects, and have beautifully out-of-focus backgrounds at f/2.8 and 70mm. Shots of single flowers at close range against an interesting background, for example, turn out quite nicely.

I’m very much looking forward to using this lens for the next decade or two (or more). DX digital, FX digital, film– whatever your game is, if you need a lens that covers this range, I don’t think you will find any better than this for quite some time.

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The Nikon AF-S Zoom Nikkor 24-70mm f/2.8G ED Autofocus Lens is a fast aperture standard zoom lens designed for photojournalism and general photography. Optimized for edge-to-edge sharpness on both the Nikon FX (full-frame) and DX-format image sensors, this lens also includes two ED (Extra-low Dispersion) elements and PGM aspherical lenses that help control chromatic aberrations while enhancing sharpness and contrast, even at the widest aperture settings. The Silent Wave Motor (SWM) feature provides swift autofocus with superior accuracy and ultra-quiet operation.

The Hoya HMC Ultraviolet UV Glass Filter is a multi-purpose, fine-weather filter that is designed to optimize the photography experience of the digital SLR user. UV filters, absorb ultraviolet rays that often make outdoor photographs hazy and indistinct, and should be constantly fitted to a lens to provide improved clarity and color balance, as well as to provide protection to your lens.

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• KIT INCLUDES 4 PRODUCTS — All Brand New Items with all Manufacturer-supplied Accessories + Full USA Warranties:
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• <#3> CapKeeper 2 Lens Cap Strap +
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Fotodiox Dedicated (Bayonet) Lens Hood, for Nikon AF-S 24-70mm f/2.8G ED Lens as Nikon HB-40

Lens hoods are primarily designed to prevent unwanted stray light from entering the lens by extending and shading the end of the lens. In addition, since the end of the lens is extended, you also get the added benefit of some extra protection from accidental impact. Dedicated lens hoods are designed to match the specific focal length of the lens it was designed for.

• Made of Premium Grade High Impact Plastic
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• 24 Month Manufacture Warranty

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Nikon Zoom Wide Angle-Telephoto AF-S Zoom Nikkor 24-70mm f/2.8G ED Lens Cap Center Pinch (77mm) + Lens Cap Holder + Nwv Direct Microfiber Cleaning Cloth.

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Nikon D300s Digital SLR Camera + 24-70mm f/2.8G AF-S Lens + Nikon EN-EL3e Battery + Cleaning Kit

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♦ 4) Precision Design Deluxe 6-Piece Lens & Digital SLR Camera Cleaning Kit
♦ 5) Digital Camera LCD Monitor Screen Protectors

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The Nikon AF-S Zoom Nikkor 24-70mm f/2.8G ED Autofocus Lens is a fast aperture standard zoom lens designed for photojournalism and general

photography. Optimized for edge-to-edge sharpness on both the Nikon FX (full-frame) and DX-format image sensors, this lens also includes two ED (Extra-low

Dispersion) elements and PGM aspherical lenses that help control chromatic aberrations while enhancing sharpness and contrast, even at the widest aperture

settings. The Silent Wave Motor (SWM) feature provides swift autofocus with superior accuracy and ultra-quiet operation.

Increase your shooting capacity with this Nikon brand EN-EL3e Lithium-ion rechargeable battery.

This 6-piece cleaning kit contains everything you’ll ever need to properly clean your lenses, including a Hurricane Air Blower, Lens Cleaning

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• <#3> Nikon EN-EL3e Rechargeable Li-ion Battery +
• <#4> Precision Design Deluxe 6-Piece Lens & Digital SLR Camera Cleaning Kit +
• <#5> Digital Camera LCD Monitor Screen Protectors

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Nikon D3S Digital SLR Camera (Camera Body) + Nikon AF-S Zoom Nikkor 24-70mm f/2.8G ED Autofocus Lens + Extreme Power & Precision Bundle

1) Nikon D3S 12.1 MP CMOS Digital SLR Camera with 3-Inch LCD and 24fps 720p HD Video Capability (Body Only)
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3) Two (2) Transcend 8 GB 133x Compact Flash Memory Card
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6) DSLR Gadget Camera Bag
7) Monopod For Digital SLR Cameras
Mini HDMI to HDMI Cable HD Video Capability (6 feet)
9) 77mm Ultraviolet UV Multi-Coated Filter
10)Remote Trigger Release
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• 12.1-megapixel, FX-format CMOS sensor; 720p HD video capture
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• Low-noise ISO sensitivity from 200 to 12,800; continuous shooting up to 9fps
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Nikon 24-70mm f/2.8G ED AF-S Zoom-Nikkor Lens + Nikon 77mm NC Filter for D3, D300, D200, D3x, D700, D300s, D5000, D3000, D60, D90 & D40 Digital SLR Cameras

Kit includes: 1) Nikon 24-70mm Lens; 2) Nikon 77mm NC Filter; 3) 6-Piece Lens & Digital SLR Camera Cleaning Kit. ♦ Nikon 24-70mm includes: Front & Rear Lens Caps; Lens Hood; Lens Case; Nikon USA Warranty. ♦ The Nikon AF-S Zoom Nikkor 24-70mm f/2.8G ED Autofocus Lens is a fast aperture standard zoom lens designed for photojournalism and general photography. Optimized for edge-to-edge sharpness on both the Nikon FX (full-frame) and DX-format image sensors, this lens also includes two ED (Extra-low Dispersion) elements and PGM aspherical lenses that help control chromatic aberrations while enhancing sharpness and contrast, even at the widest aperture settings. The Silent Wave Motor (SWM) feature provides swift autofocus with superior accuracy and ultra-quiet operation. This G-type lens does not feature an aperture ring on the lens body, resulting in a lighter and more compact lens. Apertue changes are designed to be done via the camera’s command dial. ♦ The Nikon 77mm NC Filter is a clear (colorless) filter for color as well as black and white films. Also serves as a permanent lens protector. Multi-coated to minimize reflection at the filter surfaces which reduces flare and ghosting. ♦ The 6-Piece Cleaning Kit includes: Hurricane Air Blower, Booklet of Lens Cleaning Tissues, Lens Cloth, Lens Cleaning Liquid, Blower Brush and Cotton Swab.

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• <#3> 6-Piece Lens & Digital SLR Camera Cleaning Kit
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Nikon 24-70mm f/2.8G ED AF-S Nikkor Wide Angle Zoom Lens PLUS 3pc Filter Kit w/ Hard Case (2164) BigVALUEInc Accessory Saver Bundle

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1- Nikon 24-70mm f/2.8G ED AF-S Nikkor Wide Angle Zoom Lens
1- 3 Piece Filter Kit Includes: UV, Circular Polarizer and Flourescent Filter and Hard Case (Cut Down On Glare and Avoid Scratches To Your Lens!)
More about this Lens:
The Nikon AF-S Zoom Nikkor 24-70mm f/2.8G ED Autofocus Lens is a fast aperture standard zoom lens designed for photo journalism and general photography. Optimized for edge-to-edge sharpness on both the Nikon FX (full-frame) and DX-format image sensors, this lens also includes two ED (Extra-low Dispersion) elements and PGM aspherical lenses that help control chromatic aberrations while enhancing sharpness and contrast, even at the widest aperture settings. The Silent Wave Motor (SWM) feature provides swift autofocus with superior accuracy and ultra-quiet operation. This G-type lens does not feature an aperture ring on the lens body, resulting in a lighter and more compact lens. Aperture changes are designed to be done via the camera’s command dial.
Supplied Manufacturer Accessories in addition to mentioned above:
77mm Front Lens Cap, LF-1 Rear Lens Cap for F Mount Lenses, CL-M3 Semi-Soft Lens Case, HB-40 Lens Hood and Nikon 5 Year Warranty (1-Year Nikon International Warranty + 4-Year Nikon USA Extension Warranty)

• Nikon 24-70mm f/2.8G ED AF-S Nikkor Wide Angle Zoom Lens
• 3 Piece Filter Kit w/ Hard Case (UV, CPL, FD)
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Price: $ 1,849.95