Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 24-85mm f/3.5-4.5G ED VR Lens

Welcome to your new go-to standard zoom. Whether you’re capturing sweeping landscapes on your travels or shooting intimate portraits, the Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 24-85mm f/3.5-4.5G ED VR Lens delivers exceptional versatility for both brilliant photos and HD videos. Designed for FX-format D-SLRs (and providing a 36-136.5mm equivalent on DX-format bodies), this lens pairs Nikon's advanced optical engineering with a highly adaptable 3.6x zoom range. As an Australian, photographer-led store, we know the value of a reliable walkaround lens—and with built-in VR II stabilization, this NIKKOR ensures your shots stay sharp, even when shooting handheld in challenging light.

Key Features

• Versatile 3.6x standard zoom range (24-85mm on FX, 36-136.5mm on DX).
• Nikon VR II (Vibration Reduction) providing up to 4.0 stops of image stabilization.
• Tripod Auto Detect intelligently applies specialized VR correction for HD video recording.
• Silent Wave Motor (SWM) for fast, quiet, and precise autofocus.
• Extra-low Dispersion (ED) Glass Element and Aspherical Lens Element (AS) for superior optical performance.
• Super Integrated Coating (SIC) to minimize ghosting and flare.

Benefits

• Capture everything from wide-angle interiors and group shots to medium-telephoto close-ups and interviews without changing lenses.
• Shoot confidently in low light with 4.0 stops of VR stabilization, allowing for slower shutter speeds while maintaining sharpness.
• Enjoy seamless transitions between handheld shooting and tripod-mounted HD video recording thanks to intelligent tripod detection.
• Experience uncompromising image quality and clarity, maximizing the resolution of modern D-SLR and HD-SLR cameras.

Specifications

• Focal Length: 24-85mm (FX-format) / 36-136.5mm equivalent (DX-format)
• Maximum Aperture: f/3.5-4.5
• Format Compatibility: FX and DX D-SLRs
• Image Stabilization: Nikon VR II (up to 4.0 stops)
• Autofocus Motor: Silent Wave Motor (SWM)
• Optical Design: Includes Extra-low Dispersion (ED) and Aspherical (AS) elements
• Coating: Super Integrated Coating (SIC)

FAQs

1. Is this lens compatible with both FX and DX Nikon cameras?

Yes, the Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 24-85mm f/3.5-4.5G ED VR is fully compatible with both FX (full-frame) and DX (APS-C) format D-SLRs. On a DX body, it provides a 36-136.5mm equivalent focal length.

2. How effective is the Vibration Reduction (VR) on this lens?

The built-in VR II technology provides up to 4.0 stops of image stabilization, allowing you to shoot handheld at slower shutter speeds without camera shake blurring your images.

3. Does the VR need to be turned off when using a tripod?

No, this lens features Nikon's Tripod Auto Detect, which intelligently senses when the camera is mounted on a tripod and applies a specialized VR correction, particularly useful for HD video recording.

4. Is the autofocus noisy when recording video?

Thanks to the Silent Wave Motor (SWM), autofocus is fast, accurate, and exceptionally quiet, making it ideal for recording HD video without picking up distracting operational noise.

5. What type of photography is this lens best suited for?

With its 3.6x zoom range, it is a highly versatile walkaround lens perfect for travel, landscapes, interiors, group shots, portraits, and everyday photography.

Applications

* Travel Photography: The versatile 24-85mm focal range means you can capture wide cityscapes and detailed architectural close-ups without needing to carry multiple heavy lenses.

* Portraiture and Events: Zoom in to 85mm for flattering portraits with beautiful subject isolation, or pull back to 24mm to capture the entire group or venue interior.

* HD Video Production: Utilize the quiet SWM autofocus and Tripod Auto Detect VR to record smooth, professional-looking interviews and B-roll footage on your HD-SLR.

The Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 24-85mm f/3.5-4.5G ED VR is a versatile standard zoom lens designed for Nikon FX and DX-format D-SLR cameras. Featuring a 3.6x zoom range, 4.0 stops of VR II image stabilization with Tripod Auto Detect, and a Silent Wave Motor, it delivers exceptional clarity for both travel photography and professional HD video recording.