Main Features

• Constant maximum aperture of f/2.8 at all focal lengths
• Enhanced optical formulas, engineered to produce exceptional sharpness, contrast and color, render outstanding image integrity
• ED (Extra-low dispersion) glass elements minimize chromatic aberration to deliver stunning sharpness and contrast
• Aspherical lenses including large-diameter PGM elements eliminate various types of lens aberration even at the widest aperture
• Nano Crystal Coat virtually eliminates internal lens element reflections, effectively reducing ghosting and flare
• High-performance Nikon Super Integrated Coating provides superior color reproduction, while minimizing ghosting and flare
• IF (Internal Focusing) enables focusing without changing the length of lens barrel
• Nikon’s exclusive Silent Wave Motor for fast, quiet autofocus operation
• Rounded diaphragm opening (9 blades) makes out-of-focus elements appear more natural
• 0.28 m/0.9 ft. closest focusing distance with focal length 18-24 mm
• M/A mode enables instant switching from autofocus to manual focus, even during AF servo operation, with virtually no time lag
• Dedicated flower-shaped lens hood effectively minimizes stray light
• Lens barrel is built for comfortable holding while featuring a rugged design; zoom and focusing rings provide smooth operation
• Engineered to Nikon professional D-SLR standards to effectively resist dust and moisture

Specifications Focal length 14-24 mm Maximum aperture f/2.8 Minimum aperture f/22 Lens construction 14 elements in 11 groups (with 2 ED glass elements, 3 aspherical lenses and one Nano Crystal Coat) Picture angle 114° - 84° (90° - 61° with DX-format camera) Closest focus distance 0.28 m/0.9 ft. (with focal length 18-24 mm) Maximum reproduction ratio 1/6.7 No. of diaphragm blades 9 (rounded) Focusing Internal Focusing (IF) system; autofocus with a built-in SWM and manual focus Diameter x length (extension from lens mount) Approx. 98 x 131.5 mm/3.9 x 5.2 in. Weight Approx. 1,000 g/35.3 oz. Supplied accessories Semi-soft Case CL-M3 MTF Chart Wide Tele Spatial Frequencies S: Sagittal M: Meridional 10 lines/mm 30 lines/mm Lens Constructions : Aspherical lens elements : Super ED glass elements : ED glass elements