Covering a versatile wide-angle to telephoto (24–85mm) zoom range, this lens offers a great balance of fine resolution and smooth tonal gradation. An FX-format workhorse, both in the field and in the studio, the AF Zoom-NIKKOR 24-85mm f/2.8-4D IF is also capable of macro shooting with a maximum reproduction range of 1:2 (half life size).
A workhorse in the field or studio
True versatility and stellar performance
The AF Zoom-NIKKOR 24-85mm f/2.8-4D IF is ideal for landscapes, travel, full length portraits, studio work and more. Thanks to a unique design and Internal Focusing (IF), its filter attachment does not rotate during focusing or zooming. And with a maximum reproduction range at 85mm of 1:2 (half life size), it is also a viable macro lens for close-up shooting.
Shed light on new possibilities
Fast f/2.8 maximum aperture
The AF Zoom-NIKKOR 24-85mm f/2.8-4D IF’s fast f/2.8 maximum aperture at the 24mm setting is ideal for low-light shooting or creating beautiful background blur (bokeh). It also makes the lens an effective choice for slow or rear flash sync techniques. Expand your capabilities.
Technology
AS
AS stands for Aspherical lens elements. This type of lens utilizes non-spherical surfaces on either one or both sides of the glass in order to eliminate certain types of lens aberration.
IF Lens
A NIKKOR lens in which only the internal lens group shifts during focusing. These lenses will be designated with the abbreviation IF on the lens barrel.
Mount Type
Nikon F-Bayonet
Focal Length Range
24 -85mm
Zoom Ratio
3.5x
Maximum Aperture
f/2.8-4
Minimum Aperture
f/22
Format
FX/35mm
Maximum Angle of View (DX-format)
61°
Minimum Angle of View (DX-format)
18°50’
Maximum Angle of View (FX-format)
84°
Minimum Angle of View (FX-format)
28°30’
Maximum Reproduction Ratio
0.17x
Lens Elements
15
Lens Groups
11
Compatible Format(s)
FX DX FX in DX Crop Mode 35mm Film
Diaphragm Blades
9
Distance Information
Yes
Aspherical Elements
2
Super Integrated Coating
Yes
Autofocus
Yes
Internal Focusing
Yes
Minimum Focus Distance
0.7 ft.(0.2m)
Focus Mode
Auto Manual
Filter Size
72mm
Accepts Filter Type
Screw-on
Approx. Dimensions (Diameter x Length)
3.1 in.(78.5 mm)x3.2 in.(82.5 mm)
Approx. Weight
19.2 oz.(545 g)
What's Included
AF Zoom-NIKKOR 24-85mm f/2.8-4D IF
HB-25 Hood
72mm lens cap
Rear lens cap
*Supplied accessories may differ depending on country or area.