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Nikon AF-S FX NIKKOR 24-70mm f/2.8G ED Zoom Lens with Auto Focus for Nikon DSLR Cameras

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  • Focal Length Range : 24 70 mm
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From the Manufacturer: Fast-aperture, high performance wide-angle zoom optimized for FX and DX-format sensors and features Nikon’s ED Glass and Nano Crystal CoatFast, wide-angle to medium Telephoto AF-S zoom lens optimized for edge-to-edge sharpness on both the Nikon FX (23.9 x 36mm) and DX format image sensors Three Extra-low Dispersion (ED) elements and PGM aspherical lenses control chromatic aberrations while enhancing sharpness and contrast, even at the widest aperture settings Nikon's Silent Wave Motor (SWM) enables ultra high-speed auto focusing with exceptional accuracy and powerful, super-quiet operation Focus as close as 14.9 inches M/A focus mode switch enables quick response to changing situations between manual and auto focus operation Enhanced optical formulas engineered to produce exceptional sharpness, contrast and color, rendering outstanding image integrity Exclusive Nano Crystal Coat further reduces ghosting and flare for even greater image clarity Internal Focus (IF) provides fast and quiet auto focusing without changing the length of the lens, retaining subject-working distance through the focus range Rugged construction with professional-grade dust and moisture resistance . Features picture angle with 35mm (135) format - 84° - 34°20’ and picture angle with nikon DX format - 61° - 22°50’ . Dimensions (approx.) (from the cameras lens mounting flange) - 83 x 133 mm.

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  • Fast-aperture, high performance wide-angle zoom optimized for FX and DX-format sensors and features Nikon’s ED Glass and Nano Crystal Coat
    • Fast, wide-angle to medium Telephoto AF-S zoom lens optimized for edge-to-edge sharpness on both the Nikon FX (23.9 x 36mm) and DX format image sensors
    • Internal Focus (IF) provides fast and quiet auto focusing without changing the length of the lens, retaining subject-working distance through the focus range
    • Rugged construction with professional-grade dust and moisture resistance

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    Product Dimensions 5.24 x 3.27 x 3.27 inches
    Item Weight 2.36 pounds
    ASIN B000VDCT3C
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    National Stock Number 6760-01-559-3735
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    Date First Available November 24, 2003
    Manufacturer Nikon
    Country of Origin Thailand

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  • AF-S FX NIKKOR 24-70mm f/2.8G ED Zoom Lens for Nikon DSLR Cameras
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    Customers find this lens to be an excellent all-purpose option with sharp results throughout its focal range and super-fast auto focus. The build quality is true professional grade, and they appreciate its functionality, with one customer noting it performs brilliantly on the D800. While some customers consider it worth the price, others find it a bit pricey. The lens receives mixed feedback about its weight, with several noting it's heavier than expected.

    190 customers mention "Lens quality"180 positive10 negative

    Customers praise the lens's quality, describing it as a workhorse with excellent optics that serves well as an all-purpose lens.

    "...Outstanding. Short and sweet. This lens hasn't come off my D700. Truly amazing and sharp...." Read more

    "...Perfect for available light photography! Update 11/27/09..." Read more

    "...Build: Ok so this is not a cheap lens nor is it extremely expensive...." Read more

    "...I eventually changed my D700 for a DF and the problem was gone. Its a good lense, but mostly for events...." Read more

    113 customers mention "Sharpness"86 positive27 negative

    Customers praise the lens's sharpness throughout its focal range, with one customer noting it remains razor sharp even wide open.

    "While this is a great lens and super sharp...." Read more

    "...The Z version is definitely sharper, colors stand out waaaay more and the contrast blows the F mount lens out of the water...." Read more

    "...Still no issues. And it is still the sharpest lens I have... although the 14-24 f/2.8 and 70-200 f/2.8 VRII have also served me well and are VERY..." Read more

    "...Slow focus, loss of sharpness at edges, etc. Since my main mid-range lens was not a Nikon, and DX, I desperately needed an FX replacement...." Read more

    98 customers mention "Focus quality"83 positive15 negative

    Customers praise the lens's fast and sharp focus, with one customer noting it performs well even in low light conditions.

    "...of my 50mm but I find the 50mm better at non-macro shots because it focus faster and lets in 4 times more light. *..." Read more

    "...not as sharp as the Nikon lenses that I own, however, there are no focusing issues with this lens at all...." Read more

    "...It is easy to carry, fast f2.8 gives me a broad range of application and its image quality assures be a excellent quality picture each and every..." Read more

    "...Focus accuracy is good...." Read more

    92 customers mention "Image quality"92 positive0 negative

    Customers praise the lens's image quality, particularly for portraits and daily life photography, noting it takes sharp pictures at 2 stops. One customer mentions it performs well in lower light conditions.

    "...I love the F stop and the clarity of the photos even late in the evening at blue hour was absolutely perfect!!!" Read more

    "...The images this lens produces are amazing, and the performance consistently reminds me that this lens costs as much as it does for a reason...." Read more

    "...using bounce, never direct, and the church images came out fantastic!! They were sharp, and clear even at F2.8...." Read more

    "...vr2 : This is one of my favorite lens only because I can use it for portraits as well (with some lighting support) and I can get really good candid..." Read more

    82 customers mention "Build quality"79 positive3 negative

    Customers praise the lens's construction, describing it as a professional-grade piece of hardware that arrives in pristine condition.

    "...It's construction is incredibly solid, and the zoom ring is very smooth as it's adjusted...." Read more

    "...In the end, I would say that this lens is finely crafted and the zoom ring is silky smooth...." Read more

    "...It feels solid and the focus is smooth and a pleasure to use. Image: Well it is near perfection...." Read more

    "...This is the best standard zoom I've ever used. Build quality is exceptional. Full metal body - old school build with weight to match...." Read more

    50 customers mention "Functionality"50 positive0 negative

    Customers find that the lens delivers excellent results, performing brilliantly at any stop, with one customer noting its outstanding performance over many years.

    "...I can say is I'm thrilled I had this lens to capture such a wonderful event successfully...." Read more

    "...and has zoom, but not extreme, which translates in a good performer for everyday use (specially indoors)...." Read more

    "...You will get lots of great shots Works great in low light as well" Read more

    "...Buy this lens you wouldn't regret it. It is built like a tank and it delivers. It is truly a photo journalist lens...." Read more

    72 customers mention "Value for money"42 positive30 negative

    Customers have mixed opinions about the lens's value for money, with some finding it worth the price while others consider it pricey.

    "...The price is high, but affordable relative to the Canon 24-70 Mark II...." Read more

    "...In all that time I have never used a zoom as sharp as this one!! Expensive?... yes!.... big for this zoom range? YES!.... worth it? DEFINATELY!!!..." Read more

    "...most other areas the 50mm f1.4 is better because it is much lighter, cheaper, and the much larger F stop kicks butt in low light which this lens..." Read more

    "...Some may say it's a bit expensive for mid-range zoom, but it is money very well spent (at least for me)...." Read more

    79 customers mention "Weight"22 positive57 negative

    Customers find the lens heavy and note that it is bulkier than the old 18-200 model.

    "...This lens hasn't come off my D700. Truly amazing and sharp. It's heavy, but very well balanced on my D700 and the battery grip...." Read more

    "...This allows me to get some candid shots when needed. It's fairly heavy at 2 lbs and huge when you put on the hood so I almost never use this lens..." Read more

    "...It is easy to carry, fast f2.8 gives me a broad range of application and its image quality assures be a excellent quality picture each and every..." Read more

    "...Weight: Even though its heavy I didnt find this to be a problem. I found myself carrying mostly by hand for hours and never got tired...." Read more

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    UPDATED: 4/4/2011: This weekend was my new, and first Grandson's Christening. I had packed both the Nikon 24-70, as well as the 16-35VR F4. At the last minute I left the 16-35 at home and took only the 24-70. The darkened church was no match for the 24-70. I shot both with and without Flash (my Trusty Nikon SB-400), using bounce, never direct, and the church images came out fantastic!! They were sharp, and clear even at F2.8. Yes, of course some were blurry, or out of focus, that happens to everyone, but as I shot multiple images of the ceremony it was a piece of cake to nail the winners. I did not miss the 16-35's VR at all. Actually I feel bad I have this gorgeously sharp 16-35 sitting in my bag unused after having purchased the 24-70. Total images, between Saturday's dinner, Sunday's christening ceremony, then a party back at the house I popped off about 900 to 1100 images (1800 - 2200 if you include the fact I shoot a jpeg & raw together) with my D700 and the 24-70. I actually piggy-backed this personal event, with a paid gig at the same location which explains the high number of images. The 16-35 stayed in the bag the entire weekend. All I can say is I'm thrilled I had this lens to capture such a wonderful event successfully. As a matter of fact, after the ceremony I stayed behind after the family had left as the pastor asked me to shoot images of him and his family for use in a new church brochure and booklet to be printed soon. (I've shot events, mostly paid, at this church before so I'm well known here). Just wanted to update my review... I hope you find it helpful. Outstanding. Short and sweet. This lens hasn't come off my D700. Truly amazing and sharp. It's heavy, but very well balanced on my D700 and the battery grip. The lens shade actually clicks and locks on. I also own the fabulous 16-35 f4 VR, had it about a year and have already lost the lens hood. Everything about this lens has already been said. So I will just say that if you've been waiting to get one just do it. I was on the fence as I own as I've said the 16-35 and the Nikon 70-300vr zoom but this lens fills an excellent void in the gap between the 35mm and the 70. All in all I'm very happy with my purchase and can't wait to go shooting with it again.
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    • Reviewed in the United States on May 7, 2025
      I purchased this lens for photography and recently used it at a wedding and I can't explain how well those photos came out! I love the F stop and the clarity of the photos even late in the evening at blue hour was absolutely perfect!!!
    • Reviewed in the United States on July 17, 2010
      I have to admit, even though this lens received glowing reviews across the board, I had butterflies in my stomach considering a lens that after tax and shipping would be over ONE THOUSAND SEVEN HUNDRED DOLLARS. I mean, that's a heck of a lot of money for one lens! Could it really be worth it? I had just purchased a Nikon D700, replacing my old D80, and had found limitations with the DX format (chiefly low-light situations that required fast shutter speeds with no flash - read: indoor sports.) My experience with non-Nikon brand lenses was underwhelming. They did the job, but there was always "something" about them that didn't perform as well as the Nikon lenses I had purchased. Slow focus, loss of sharpness at edges, etc. Since my main mid-range lens was not a Nikon, and DX, I desperately needed an FX replacement. This is the only mid-range FX zoom lens that Nikon makes where the maximum aperture remains constant throughout its range (I'm not a fan of zoom lenses that have variable maximum apertures.) The bottom line is if I wanted a full-frame mid-range Nikon with constant max aperture, this is the only choice.

      I ponied up the dough, and I must say I am impressed. The images this lens produces are amazing, and the performance consistently reminds me that this lens costs as much as it does for a reason. It's construction is incredibly solid, and the zoom ring is very smooth as it's adjusted. Focus is super fast and is almost inaudible (great for wedding photos or any other event where noisy focus would be a distraction.) Under low light conditions and wide open this lens grabs images that my previous mid-range would easily fumble.

      The only reason I ranked the accessories at 3 stars is for a lens this expensive I'd at least expect the case it comes with to be a bit more protective. The top and bottom of the lens is held in place with open-cell foam, which is the same kind of foam just about any product ships with. Granted the open cell foam is a bit denser and is flexible, unlike styrofoam, but still. I would have expected at least dense closed-cell foam wrapped in some sort of material and stitched into the case. The foam blocks the lens is shipped inside the case with looks and feels like they're throw-away. I think most people at this level will wind up buying or already own a camera bag for bodies, lenses, and accessories, so this is kind of a moot point.

      In closing, this lens is really your only choice for a Nikon full-frame mid-range constant maximum aperture zoom lens at the time that this review is being written. I think at this price it's a fairly painful purchase, but if you want quality it's worth it.
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    • Reviewed in the United States on February 27, 2011
      UPDATED: 4/4/2011:
      This weekend was my new, and first Grandson's Christening. I had packed both the Nikon 24-70, as well as the 16-35VR F4. At the last minute I left the 16-35 at home and took only the 24-70. The darkened church was no match for the 24-70. I shot both with and without Flash (my Trusty Nikon SB-400), using bounce, never direct, and the church images came out fantastic!! They were sharp, and clear even at F2.8. Yes, of course some were blurry, or out of focus, that happens to everyone, but as I shot multiple images of the ceremony it was a piece of cake to nail the winners. I did not miss the 16-35's VR at all. Actually I feel bad I have this gorgeously sharp 16-35 sitting in my bag unused after having purchased the 24-70. Total images, between Saturday's dinner, Sunday's christening ceremony, then a party back at the house I popped off about 900 to 1100 images (1800 - 2200 if you include the fact I shoot a jpeg & raw together) with my D700 and the 24-70. I actually piggy-backed this personal event, with a paid gig at the same location which explains the high number of images. The 16-35 stayed in the bag the entire weekend. All I can say is I'm thrilled I had this lens to capture such a wonderful event successfully. As a matter of fact, after the ceremony I stayed behind after the family had left as the pastor asked me to shoot images of him and his family for use in a new church brochure and booklet to be printed soon. (I've shot events, mostly paid, at this church before so I'm well known here).
      Just wanted to update my review... I hope you find it helpful.

      Outstanding. Short and sweet. This lens hasn't come off my D700. Truly amazing and sharp. It's heavy, but very well balanced on my D700 and the battery grip. The lens shade actually clicks and locks on. I also own the fabulous 16-35 f4 VR, had it about a year and have already lost the lens hood.

      Everything about this lens has already been said. So I will just say that if you've been waiting to get one just do it. I was on the fence as I own as I've said the 16-35 and the Nikon 70-300vr zoom but this lens fills an excellent void in the gap between the 35mm and the 70.

      All in all I'm very happy with my purchase and can't wait to go shooting with it again.
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      5.0 out of 5 stars
      Outstanding piece of equipment

      Reviewed in the United States on February 27, 2011
      UPDATED: 4/4/2011:
      This weekend was my new, and first Grandson's Christening. I had packed both the Nikon 24-70, as well as the 16-35VR F4. At the last minute I left the 16-35 at home and took only the 24-70. The darkened church was no match for the 24-70. I shot both with and without Flash (my Trusty Nikon SB-400), using bounce, never direct, and the church images came out fantastic!! They were sharp, and clear even at F2.8. Yes, of course some were blurry, or out of focus, that happens to everyone, but as I shot multiple images of the ceremony it was a piece of cake to nail the winners. I did not miss the 16-35's VR at all. Actually I feel bad I have this gorgeously sharp 16-35 sitting in my bag unused after having purchased the 24-70. Total images, between Saturday's dinner, Sunday's christening ceremony, then a party back at the house I popped off about 900 to 1100 images (1800 - 2200 if you include the fact I shoot a jpeg & raw together) with my D700 and the 24-70. I actually piggy-backed this personal event, with a paid gig at the same location which explains the high number of images. The 16-35 stayed in the bag the entire weekend. All I can say is I'm thrilled I had this lens to capture such a wonderful event successfully. As a matter of fact, after the ceremony I stayed behind after the family had left as the pastor asked me to shoot images of him and his family for use in a new church brochure and booklet to be printed soon. (I've shot events, mostly paid, at this church before so I'm well known here).
      Just wanted to update my review... I hope you find it helpful.

      Outstanding. Short and sweet. This lens hasn't come off my D700. Truly amazing and sharp. It's heavy, but very well balanced on my D700 and the battery grip. The lens shade actually clicks and locks on. I also own the fabulous 16-35 f4 VR, had it about a year and have already lost the lens hood.

      Everything about this lens has already been said. So I will just say that if you've been waiting to get one just do it. I was on the fence as I own as I've said the 16-35 and the Nikon 70-300vr zoom but this lens fills an excellent void in the gap between the 35mm and the 70.

      All in all I'm very happy with my purchase and can't wait to go shooting with it again.
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      5.0 out of 5 stars Great lens
      Reviewed in Australia on May 28, 2020
      Perfect
    • Albert Wong
      5.0 out of 5 stars Seller gives us good product and service
      Reviewed in Canada on November 11, 2019
      Delivery fast, missing the lens pouch, but seller replaced with a UV filter which is more useful for me. Lens pack and received in good conditions, and pictures come out very sharp. Very happy with the purchases
    • JPS会員
      5.0 out of 5 stars さすがニコン渾身の標準大三元レンズ
      Reviewed in Japan on January 13, 2025
      急遽、標準Gレンズが必要となり「非常に良い」と表示された中古品を注文しましたが、到着したニコン渾身の標準大三元レンズはRAW現像してみると解像感がキリリとしないように見えました。私は同じ時期に発売された名玉のAF-S70-200/2.8GVRⅡと同等の解像感を求めていたのです。それはどんなに遠くの小さな物体でもマクロレンズで撮ったかのような細密な描写です。
      ニコンプロサービス(NPS)を通して「NPS修理特急サービス」のシールを段ボール上部に貼り付け、神奈川県生麦の修理センターに送付しました。すると「解像力不具合及びピント不具合が生じていたためバヨネットを交換し調整。ズーム作動不具合のため1群直進環、デルリンローラー、ネジ、1群直進キーを交換。劣化のためフォーカスゴムリング、ズームゴムリング、防滴ゴム、補強シート部を交換」という修理内容で3日後に返却となりました。
      費用対効果や必要に駆られて中古品のカメラ・レンズを買った場合は、必ずニコンプロサービスの点検を受けることにしています。これで新品同様・最高峰の機材で仕事ができます。
      しかし……、中古品を買い求めた多くのお客様が「梱包が良かった。スムーズに到着した。外観がきれい」とレビューしていますが、本当に気を付けなければならないのはカメラ・レンズの精度だと思います。店員の言葉や自分の知識だけで納得せずに必ずカメラメーカーのサービスセンターに足を運んでください。今回の注文は「アマゾン発送」で、「非常に良い」と表示されたうたい文句にだまされた私の負けでした。これで、だまされたのは二度目です。
      修理代金はプロ特価(ニコンプロサービスで2025年1月6日から50%OFF)で済ませたものの、大枚が出ていきました。中古販売店には修理代金を請求できません。
      つらいつらい……。
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    • stephan58
      5.0 out of 5 stars Eines der besten Standard-Zooms
      Reviewed in Germany on December 23, 2012
      Habe lange überlegt, ob ich mir für die Nikon D300 das 24-70/2.8-Objektiv leisten soll. Immerhin habe ich schon das 16-85mm, das ja bekanntermaßen zu den den guten DX-Linsen zählt. Nun habe ich es gewagt und bin rundum begeistert.
      Die Schärfe des Objektivs ist atemberaubend und sogar noch etwas besser als beim 16-85mm und vor allem wirken die Bilder kontrastreicher und lebendiger. Die Linse läßt sich auch bei größter Blendenöffnung 2.8 ohne jede Einschränkung einsetzen und erreicht dann bei 4.0 das absolute Optimum an Auflösung (der Unterschied zu 2.8 ist allerdings wirklich sehr klein). Blende 2.8 hat schon ein ganz ordentliches Freistellungspotential (ich weiß, Puristen bevorzugen 1.8 oder 1.4...), so daß Portraits mit schönem Bokeh möglich sind. Das ist ein weiterer Vorteil gegenüber dem 16-85mm-Objektiv, das ab 70mm Brennweite die Blende 5.6 erzwingt, wodurch im Prinzip keine sinnvolle Freistellung möglich ist.
      Die mechanische Qualität des 24-70 ist über jeden Zweifel erhaben, butterweicher Lauf des Zoom- und Fokusrings, ein sehr solider Body aus Metall (Mg ?) und besonders der schnelle und leise Autofokus sind eine Wohltat. Ich habe das Gefühl, dieses Objektiv ist für das Leben... . OK, VR wäre das non-Plus-Ultra gewesen, aber das hätte das Objektiv auch voluminöser gemacht und es ist ohnehin ja nicht gerade winzig. Außerdem wird VR in seiner Wirkung gemeinhin stark überschätzt, da diese Technik nur bei starren Motiven ihre Stärken ausspielt. Ich vermisse daher VR nicht allzu sehr. Obwohl ich mit meiner D300 und der jetzt kompletten 2.8-Zoom-Reihe (neben dem 24-70 noch das 14-24 und das 70-200VRII) schon sehr zufrieden bin (nicht zu vergessen das überragende 105mm Micro), wird wohl im Laufe des kommenden Jahres der Umstieg auf FX anstehen (D800 ?). Dann sollten die genannten Linsen ihre wahre Stärke erst richtig ausspielen.
      Zum Thema Gewicht, ja das 24-70mm ist ein Brocken, aber drei Festbrennweiten sind auch nicht wesentlich leichter und ich schleppe gern etwas mehr Gewicht, wenn dafür die Fotos optimal sind... . Mit einem Fotorucksack ist das alles kein großes Problem, der ist aber aus meiner Sicht Pflicht, wenn es einigermaßen komfortabel sein soll.
      Der Preis für das Nikkor 24-70/2.8 ist schon hoch aber aus meiner Sicht völlig gerechtfertigt. Gute Optik ist nun mal nicht billig. Für das Geld bekommt man ein wunderbares Objektiv, das ich dem engagierten Fotografen - egal ob Hobbyist oder Profi - uneingeschränkt empfehlen kann.

      Nachtrag:
      Habe das 24-70-Objektiv inzwischen weiter intensiv getestet und doch noch einen negativen Punkt gefunden.
      Das Objektiv hat besonders bei offener Blende (2.8) und geringer Brennweite (24mm) eine in 100%-Ansicht sichtbare Unschärfe im äußersten Bildbereich.
      Das ist keine Katastrophe, da dies bei normaler Bildansicht nicht wirklich auffällt und durch Abblenden deutlich gemildert (aber nicht ganz beseitigt) werden kann.
      Hier ist das 14-24mm-Objektiv klar überlegen. Bei größeren Brennweiten (ab 35mm) verschwindet die Randunschärfe.
      Insgesamt bleibt die überragende Schärfe in der Bildmitte und die vor allem gegenüber dem 16-85mm-Objektiv deutlich geringere Verzerrung - dafür nehme ich die erwähnte Randunschärfe in Kauf und würde einen halben Stern in der Wertung abziehen. Trotz der Einschränkung bleibt insgesamt aber der sehr gute Eindruck dieser Linse erhalten.
    • Sertaç Oral
      5.0 out of 5 stars Efsane üçlünün ortancası
      Reviewed in Turkey on November 14, 2018
      Nikon'un efsane üçlüsü diye bilinen f2.8 lenslerin ortancası. Hem portre hem manzara hem gece çekimi gibi pek çok farklı kullanım için ideal özelliklere sahip muhteşem bir Nikon ürünü. Amazon'un teslimatı biraz gecikmeli oldu ilk açılış gününde sipariş verdiğim için yoğunluktan ama onun dışında sorun yok. Fotoğraf işini ciddiye alan her Nikon sahibinin edinmesi gereken bir efsane lens.