The 24-70mm f/2.8G ED AF-S is Nikon’s standard-range zoom. It’s optimized for edge-to-edge sharpness on full-frame cameras and is the predecessor to the Nikon 24-70mm f/2.8E ED AF-S VR. Key features include:
Edge-to-edge sharpness
Fast, nearly silent autofocus and full-time manual focus
15-inch minimum focusing distance
DX and FX compatible
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I considered this one great when it was released, but others have narrowed the gap quite a bit since then. It is sharp, the autofocus is quick, and flare control and chromatic aberration are well ...
“G” is a reference to a G-Type lens and is distinguishable from a standard D-Type lens by its lack of an aperture control ring. G-Type lenses relay distance information to compatible DSLRs like a D-Type lens but rely wholly on electronic aperture control through a camera body.
“ED” stands for “Extra-Low Dispersion” Glass and is a reference to specialized glass used for the correction of chromatic aberrations.
“AF-S” refers to Auto Focus that features Nikon’s Silent Wave Motor or “SWM.”
Angle of View | 84 to 34 degrees |
Aperture | f2.8-22 |
Autofocus | Autofocus |
Brand | Nikon |
Compatibility | Crop and Full Frame |
Diameter | 3.3" |
Dimensions | Length: 5.2" |
Filter Size | 77.0mm (nonrotating) |
Focal Length | 24.0-70.0 |
Hood Included | Yes |
Image Stabilization | No |
Item Type | Lens |
Lens Type | Normal Range and Wide Angle |
Low Dispersion Elements | 3 |
Max Aperture | 2.8 |
Minimum Aperture | 22.0 |
Minimum Focusing Distance | 1.2feet |
Mount | Nikon F |
Weight | 2.0 lbs. (without tripod collar) |
Angle of View | 84 to 34 degrees |
Aperture | f2.8-22 |
Autofocus | Autofocus |
Brand | Nikon |
Compatibility | Crop and Full Frame |
Diameter | 3.3" |
Dimensions | Length: 5.2" |
Filter Size | 77.0mm (nonrotating) |
Focal Length | 24.0-70.0 |
Hood Included | Yes |
Image Stabilization | No |
Item Type | Lens |
Lens Type | Normal Range and Wide Angle |
Low Dispersion Elements | 3 |
Max Aperture | 2.8 |
Minimum Aperture | 22.0 |
Minimum Focusing Distance | 1.2feet |
Mount | Nikon F |
Weight | 2.0 lbs. (without tripod collar) |