Used Nikon 16-80mm f/2.8-4E AF-S DX ED (VR) Vibration Reduction Lens

SKU: US1960522 MFR: 20055

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Nikon 16-80mm Specifications

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  • Brand

    Nikon

  • MPN

    20055

  • Lens Series

    Nikon DX

  • Color

    Black

  • Lens Type

    Wide Angle to Telephoto Zoom

  • Lens Mount

    Nikon

  • Format Compatibility

    APS-C / DX

  • Focus Type

    Auto Focus

  • Focusing Technology

    Inner Focusing

  • Closest Focus Distance

    13.8" / 35cm

  • Distance Information

    N/A

  • Built-In Motor

    Yes

  • Focal Length

    16-80mm

  • Angle Of View

    83 - 20 deg.

  • 35mm Equivalent Focal Length

    24-120mm

  • Coverage

    N/A

  • Minimum Aperture

    f/22 - 32

  • Maximum Aperture

    f/2.8-4

  • Maximum Magnification

    0.22x

  • Lens Coating

    Nano Crystal Coat
    Fluorine Coat
    Super Integrated Coating

  • Aspherical Elements

    Yes

  • ED Glass Elements

    Yes

  • Filter Size

    72mm

Construction

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  • Lens Elements / Groups

    17 Elements / 13 Groups

  • Diaphragm Blades

    7

  • Dimensions

    3.1 x 3.3" ( 80 x 85.5mm)

  • Weight

    16.1oz / 480g

Features

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  • Image Stabilization Type

    VR

  • Tripod Collar

    Yes

  • Waterproof / Water Resistant

    N/A

  • Dust Resistant

    N/A

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About Nikon 16-80mm f/2.8-4E AF-S DX ED (VR) Vibration Reduction Lens

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Nikkor 16-80mm F2.8/4 test

By Thejohnz

i owned the Nikkor 16-85F3.5/5.6 years ago. It was a great lens but when I made the move to FX I sold this lens along with the D7000. Now, after owning a D800 and D750, I got intrigued by the latest offering, (in the DX market) the D7200. It proved to be a great camera for telephoto shots, (I own the 80-400 F4.5/5.6, the 70-200F4, the 300mmF4 VR) but I had no wide angle lenses to use with it. So, I purchased the 16-80mmF2.8/4 in the hopes it would be a good match. Well, after two days of sh...

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Superb mid-range nano-coated zoom lens!

By DaveyJ

I have waited for a long time for a flagship 16-80 range DX lens. It's here! The build quality, fit and finish is super. The ability to have this range in a no questions lens for a camera such as the D7100 and D7200 is now available. It is excellent in macro, can really reduce camera shake with the on board VR, and the lens coating appears perfect. If you have really longed for this zoom range in DX with no compromises this is it. It is not a small lens. The provided lens hood when in place m...

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While the Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 16-80mm f/2.8-4E ED VR lens is a versatile DX-format lens, it is particularly favored by advanced and enthusiast photographers. This lens is a unique blend of Nikon's best lens technologies, including the legendary Nano Crystal Coat, which has never been seen before in a Nikon DX-format lens. This all-purpose optic lens is designed to enhance your photography skills, allowing you to capture your story with precision and clarity.

The NIKKOR 16-80mm f/2.8-4 lens is a fusion of advanced optical technologies and a highly useful focal range, making it perfect for capturing both photos and HD video. This lens is an ideal companion for Nikon's high-performance, lightweight series of DX-format DSLR cameras, offering DX-Format versatility.

The Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 16-80mm f/2.8-4E ED VR lens is crafted from premium glass, making it a fast and highly capable wide-angle zoom lens. It features a versatile 24-120mm (FX-format equivalent) focal range, making it suitable for a wide range of shooting disciplines, from wide-angle landscapes to tight portraits. This all-in-one tool is perfect for travel photography.

The large f/2.8 - f/4 aperture allows photographers to shoot with ease in challenging light conditions, offering creative flexibility with a shallow depth-of-field. This lens is perfect for capturing everything from close-ups of your passion projects to flowers, with a minimum focusing distance of just 1.2 feet across the entire 5x zoom range.

The NIKKOR 16-80mm f/2.8-4 lens also features Nikon's Vibration Reduction (VR) image stabilization technology, providing up to 4 stops of image stabilization. This helps create sharp images when shooting handheld or in challenging light. This lens also features VR with automatic tripod detection, perfect for landscape and wildlife photographers.

The AF-S DX NIKKOR 16-80mm F/2.8-4E ED VR lens is the first Nikon DX-format lens to feature the gold "N" emblem, indicating the presence of Nikon's exclusive Nano Crystal Coat. This advanced optical coating significantly reduces ghosting and flare, ensuring the highest quality images. The front and rear elements also have a fluorine coating for easy removal of dirt, moisture, and smudges from the lens surface.

This lens is also the first Nikon DX lens to feature an electromagnetic diaphragm, which electronically adjusts the aperture within the lens, ensuring consistent exposure during high-speed shooting. The NIKKOR 16-80mm lens is robustly constructed, yet lightweight and compact. It features four Extra-Low Dispersion (ED) elements and three aspheric elements to further reduce ghosting, flare, and chromatic aberration. The lens is composed of 17 elements in 13 groups and features a seven-blade diaphragm to create a circular, natural bokeh for a pleasing out-of-focus area of the image. For fast, accurate, and quiet AF performance, the 16-80mm lens also features Nikon's Silent Wave Motor (SWM) technology.

Nikon 16-80mm f/2.8-4E AF-S DX ED (VR) Vibration Reduction Lens Features

  • Ultra-light, ultra-versatile: Meet the world's lightest 5x zoom lens with an f/2.8-4 aperture*, which is excellent for softening foregrounds or backgrounds and highlighting your subject. On a DX-format camera, it's zoom range is equivalent to Nikon's 24-120mm FX lens (35mm format), a staple in many pro camera bags.
  • A new level of DX-format performance:, Unleash the powerof your high-resolution Nikon DSLR. Nano Crystal Coat virtually eliminates glare, while Extra-low Dispersion Glass and Aspherical elements reduce color aberration and enhance sharpness and contrast. Capture vibrant colors, rich tonality and a level of detail that's staggering.
  • 4 stops of Vibration Reduction: In low light situations, the 16-80mm's VR image stabilization lets you shoot handheld up to 4 shutter speeds slower to gather more of the available light without causing blur. There's even a specialized Tripod VR mode, a first for this zoom range*, that eliminates the effects of tripod vibration.
  • High-speed electromagnetic diaphragm: Nikon's DX and FX DSLRs can freeze action with fast continuous shooting speeds; this lens can keep up. A specialized electromagnetic diaphragm mechanism operates in precise sync with the camera's shutter for reliable exposure control during high-speed sequences.
  • Nikon's innovative protective fluorine coat: Making it easier to wipe off water,dirt and smudges, the front and rear lens elements have Nikon's exclusive fluorine coat. This extraordinary protective coating technology has to be seen to be believed.
  • E-type (Electromagnetic Diaphragm Mechanism): An electromagnetic diaphragm mechanism in the lens barrel provides highly accurate electronic diaphragm or aperture blade control when using auto exposureduring continuous shooting. With conventional D/G type lenses, the diaphragm blades are operated by mechanical linkage levers.

Warranty Information

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Key Features

  • Advanced Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 16-80mm f/2.8-4E ED VR lens for high-quality photography
  • Large f/2.8 - f/4 aperture for shooting in challenging light conditions with creative flexibility