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

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  • Sharp focus (423)
  • Well built / quality construction (387)
  • Durable (327)
  • Consistent output (318)
  • Rugged (269)
  • Fast focus (223)
  • Easily interchangeable (172)
  • Easy to clean (48)
  • Lightweight (30)
  • High quality (21)
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  • Heavy (218)
  • Pricey (28)
  • No vr (4)
  • Slow focus (3)
  • Big (2)
  • Bulky (2)
  • Hard to find (2)
  • Large (2)
  • Tough to attach (2)

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  • General purpose (395)
  • Night photography (205)
  • Portraits (197)
  • Landscapes (141)
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The AF-S NIKKOR 24-70mm f/2.8G ED is a highly practical and multi-talented lens that allows photographers to photograph anything from tight portraits to expansive landscapes with just one high-performance fast aperture lens. Designed for use with either of Nikon?s FX and DX format digital SLR cameras.

  • 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
  • Enhanced optical formulas, engineered to produce exceptional sharpness, contrast and color, rendering outstanding image integrity
  • Two ED (Extra-low Dispersion) elements and PGM aspherical lenses control chromatic aberrations while enhancing sharpness and contrast, even at the widest aperture settings
  • Exclusive Nano Crystal Coat further reduces ghosting and flare for even greater image clarity
  • Nikon''s Silent Wave Motor (SWM) enables ultra high-speed autofocusing with exceptional accuracy and powerful, super-quiet operation
  • Internal Focus (IF) provides fast and quiet auto focusing without changing the length of the lens, retaining subject-working distance through the focus range
  • Focus as close as 14.9 inches
  • Rugged construction and professional-grade dust and moisture resistance
  • M/A Focus Mode switch enables quick response to changing situations between Auto and Manual focus operation

Specification Description
Model 2164
UPC 018208021642
Aperture f/2.8
Attachment Diameter 77mm
Dimensions (dia. X length) 3.3 x 5.2
Filter/Wide Angle Capability 77mm
Fits Camera Made By Nikon
Lens Hood Included
Lens or Filter Type Wide Angle Zoom Lens
Lens Type Telephoto
Select Film & Digital Integrated Lenses
Select Lens Style Standard Zooms
Select Mount Nikon
Weight (Pounds) 2.45

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Last update: Nov 17, 2009

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

 
 
 

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[4 of 4 customers found this review helpful]

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★★★★★
5.0
No regrets!

"With a trip to Idaho and Montana looming, I had to decide on which lenses to get for my new D300. I wasn't sure whether to go the prosumer route or the pro route. I finally decided on the latter (you only live once). I'm happy to say I made the right decision. The 24-70mm is tack sharp and performed beautifully. Before the trip, I added a 14-24mm, and I've subsequently added a 70-200mm and a TC-14E II (another t..." Read Full Review »

Aug 31, 2008 by Jack

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★★★☆☆
3.0
Had to be repaired

"I think this lens took great pictures and the DOF was amazing for the short time I had it. But sadly I had to send it to nikon to be repaired. After only 3 weeks of use I noticed large dust specks through the back glass! also the lens zoom was not as smooth as I have read about. I got in touch with nikon and after I sent it in they agreed with me and are repairing it under warranty. Its sad that I paid so muc..." Read Full Review »

Mar 18, 2009 by varelamom

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

No regrets!

★★★★★
5.0

Great Customer Photo

Great Customer Photo

    Pros

  • Consistent Output
  • Durable
  • Easily Interchangeable
  • Easy To Clean
  • Rugged
  • More »

    Cons

  • Heavy

    Best Uses

  • General Use
  • Landscapes
  • Night Photography
  • Portraits
  • Sports/Action
  • More »
 

"With a trip to Idaho and Montana looming, I had to decide on which lenses to get for my new D300. I wasn't sure whether to go the prosumer route or the pro route. I finally decided on the latter (you only live once). I'm happy to say I made the right decision. The 24-70mm is tack sharp and performed …"  Read Full Review »

Shoshone Falls, ID (hand held)

Shoshone Falls, ID (hand held)
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Butterfly in Garnet ghost town, MT (hand held)

Butterfly in Garnet ghost town, MT (hand held)
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Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Aug 31 2008
Jack
Saratoga, CA
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[4 of 4 customers found this review helpful]

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

Sharp lens that captures beautiful color

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Consistent Output
  • Durable
  • Quick Focus
  • Rugged
  • Sharp Focus
  • More »

    Cons

  • Heavy

    Best Uses

  • General Use
  • Landscape Photography
  • Night Photography
 

"This is a sharp pro lens that can capture images with beautiful color as the eyes can see. It's heavy but balanced well on the D300. Focus is fast & silent compared to the 18-200 VR. The 24-70mm zoom range is quite usable on the D300. No VR but with excellent sharpness even at f2.8, it is not so …"  Read Full Review »

Backyard test shot at f2.8

Backyard test shot at f2.8
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Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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dwfoto
San Jose, CA
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Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 24-70mm f/2.8G ED Wide Angle Zoom Lens Review

WOW

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Consistent Output
  • Durable
  • Quick Focus
  • Rugged
  • Sharp Focus
  • More »

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • General Use
 

"WOW is all I can say about this lens. At first I've bought the generic brand, Sigma and was so disappointed.. it was a waist of money.

then I've decided to go for it..and ohh boy.. I am in awe since then. Everything about this lens is perfect, the sharpness is superb and the fast focus is there ev …"  Read Full Review »

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Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Nov 17 2009
Angel
NY
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  • Semi-Professional
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[3 of 4 customers found this review helpful]

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

Great standard lens

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Consistent Output
  • Quick Focus
  • Sharp Focus
  • Strong Construction

    Cons

  • Heavy

    Best Uses

  • General Use
  • Portraits
 

"24-70 is a nice overall lens, great for portraits without a need for a perfect bokeh!



Its IQ and sharpness pretty much equals to primes like 30 2.0 or 50 1.8. If you are looking for a great blurred bokeh, go for 80 and more.



All in all, I find 24-70 focal range on DX not as creative as wider o …"  Read Full Review »

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Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Sep 28 2008
Kusko
Bratislava, Slovakia
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Price: $1,799.95
 
 

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

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

Can't go wrong with this lens

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Consistent Output
  • Durable
  • Easily Interchangeable
  • Quick Focus
  • Rugged
  • More »

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • General Use
  • Night Photography
  • Sports/Action
  • Wildlife
 

"I needed a medium zoom for the NYC Marathon and it hasn't been off my D300 since then. This lens is ultra sharp, fast focusing and is excellent in low light situations. Coupled with the D300 with attached grip, it feels natural in your hand. On a DX format body it's actually 36-105mm which is still …"  Read Full Review »

NYC Marathon 2008

NYC Marathon 2008
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Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Dec 29 2008
JoePhoto
New Jersey
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Price: $1,799.95
 
 
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