AF-S NIKKOR
24-70mm f/2.8G ED
Fast-aperture, high performance wide-angle zoom optimized for FX and DX-format sensors and features Nikon’s ED Glass and Nano Crystal Coat.
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AF-S NIKKOR 24-70mm f/2.8G ED
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My Bread and Butter Lens
This is my go to lens. This is a very well built lens. Image quality is outstanding-zero issues with the lens. Maybe I'm a little spastic, but I occasionally have trouble putting the lens hood on. I've used this lens in just about every weather condition you could imagine. Really nice. Well done Nikon!!!
One word of caution to any hobbyists that are interested in this lens. This is a very serious, heavy duty lens. If you do not make income with imaging, you may want to consider some other options. You may find this lens very big and heavy. Try out it out for size at a local store before purchase...
July 30, 2010
One of the super three for the quiver
This lens has all the pros and only one con. The image quality is outstanding. For back country shooting the weight can be a negative. However, I will never again travel without this lens on by D-700. The results are just too good.
July 30, 2010
Top of the line
Excellent Glass sharp and durable. Perfect for
portraits,weddings and events, very helpful in low light and with the D700 it is a perfect combination.
July 30, 2010
Absolutely excellent lens
I recently got this lens and have only been using it for a few months, but I can already tell that it is easily the best of its kind. If you need to have this mid-range focal length type of fast zoom (at least on FX or film bodies, on the D200 this lens is nice but not that amazing) nothing beats the 24-70 f2.8.
I imagine the nano-coating Nikon touts really does the job - I find noticeably less flare with this lens than with the 24-120 Nikkor (as well as wider angle lenses, but that is to be expected). While this lens is a bit on the heavy side, thanks to its pro-level outstanding Nikon construction, the images it produces in difficult light are excellent. And with a Canon 500D close-up lens attached (much like a filter) this lens performs admirably as a macro lens as well.
I use a post-processing software package called DxO Optics Pro to batch-fix my RAW NEF files, and while I can see large improvements in shots taken with the 24-120 or the 18-200 Nikkors, the 24-70 (as well as the 17-35MM f2.8) prove to not require much optical correction at all - the before and after versions of the image are almost identical.
So again, for one who wants to have this mid-range focal length and get outstanding image quality, this lens is hard to beat.
July 30, 2010
sharp lens----problem in low light with D700 body
For the most part I love this lens. It is very sharp and fast. The issue is that on my D700 the built in low light illuminator hits the edge of the lens and lens hood, so in effect it doesn't work. This makes autofocus operation in low light on this particular camera a major problem. Nikon needs to fix the position of the illuminator on the next generation D700. The lens itself is great, but you will not be happy using it on the D700 in low light situations
July 30, 2010
Excellent lense
I use a Nikon D300 I was using a tamron 17-50mm
Focal 2.8 and I decided to go for the Nikon 24-70mm focal 2.8. I did my first wedding couple weeks ago and the result was astounding. The sharpness of this lens is incredible and the colors are so real it is incredible. When I went back to the married couple to gave them the pictures on cd and a portfolio with a dozen of pictures printed on 8 X 10 inches the lady started to cry for no reason, she looked at me and said `I never tought I would see so beautiful pictures like those ones
To me it is one of the best lenses I ever had since 30 years I've been in this field. I definitely recommand to anyone this beautiful state of art.
July 30, 2010
An extremely good lense
I recently purchased the AF-S Nikkor 24-70 f/2.8G ED lense with a new D300S. I have used it in a variety of environments and it is an incredibly sharp lens, including edge-to-edge at it widest angle. It is heavy, but the extra glass pays off in the crispness of the pictures. The photos I've made with this lens have that extra bit of sharpness that I think all photographers are always looking for, including sharp, accurate colors. While color accuracy may be more a function of the camera than the lens, a good lens certainly plays a role. The speed is great.
This lens is clearly a step up from the prior Nikon lens of similar focal lengths that I had for my D70S, which was itself a very good lens. The manual fine focus ring that is functional even when the camera and lens are set to full autofocus modes takes a little getting used to--it is easy to touch it and throw an autofocus setting out of focus.
This will be the lens that stays on my camera 85% of the time and will the only lens I carry when I can take only my camera and one lens.
July 30, 2010
Great as a Portrait lens
I use this as a portrait lens and the sharpness of this lens is absolutely great. The range also give flexibility. I shoot a lot of Indian Classical Dance portraits and this lens works out great.
July 30, 2010
Built like a tank and sharp.
I purchased this lens just about 6 months ago. The lens is heavy and built tough. It may seem large, but balances well with my D700/MBD-10 combination. AF is fast, smooth, quiet, and accurate. Image quality is comparable and sometimes better than many primes I've used.
I highly recommend this lens to anyone needing a sharp, solid performer. This lens is a must for event photographers using the FX format.
July 30, 2010
Great all purpose lens
This lens lives on my D700 most of the time. Excellent sharpness from F4 up and above average bokea wide open.
July 30, 2010
The Sharpest 24-70 Lens in the Industry
I have used lenses in this range from other Manufacturers and this lens is the sharpest lens I have ever used! I thought that the old Nikon 28-70 f2.8 was sharp, but this lens is much sharper than any other lens I have ever used.
July 30, 2010
Excellent lens, a quality product
This is my "go to" lens. I carry it on my camera at all times. Tack sharp edge to edge. Thank you Nikon.
July 30, 2010
Great lens
Love this lens!!!! I keep this lens on one of my cameras at all times. Pictures are sharp and crisp, low aperture settings allow for great DOF and low light shooting. No complaints or regrets with this purchase.
July 30, 2010
top shelf lens
This lens is my primary choice when shooting weddings. Very sharp detail, accurate color, and good focal range with fx sensor. This lens with the D700 and SB900 comprise my flagship gear for wedding day. Sometimes a little funky at 24mm shooting groups at short distances. ( It seems at times that details in the left side of the image may be slightly soft - overcome in editing / processing. F stop selection / depth of field is important. ) A heavy lens for carrying around all day, but well worth the effort. Capable of producing images that at times may be too sharp. An example would be the detail in the face and skin of a bridal close up. Nikon quality in action.
July 30, 2010
Sharp and easy
I use this lens as my back-up to my 85mm when I'm doing a Senior Session. I love how sharp it is at 2.8. It's a great zoom lens.
July 30, 2010
Worth the lug...
While the lens is very heavy, especially in conjunction with a mid- to upper-range digital SLR, the ability to avoid using a flash in many circumstances is a HUGE benefit. When you pair its clarity and color rendition with a decent digital body, the results are astonishing. Every parent at our school asks for our photos. They are the best.
Just don't ever forget this on an airplane...you'd be lucky to see it again...and the acquisition cost is the down payment on a car.
July 30, 2010
I have had the lens since its introduction. It is mated to a D3 and the combination produces excellent images at all openings with minimum distortion. Although the combination is moderately heavy, I have used it on several overseas trips in all types of lighting, topographic and weather conditions. It replaced the older 35-70mm 2.8 D lens and the results are noticeable different in color concentration and sharpness.
July 30, 2010
Glad I bought it!
I bought this to step up my level of taking pics. I have the 50mm f1.4 and that does a great job but this lens really wowed me. It is ultra sharp to where as the 50 is soft at times. I use a D90 and am not taking advantage of the full frame sensor but will when the D3x doesn't outrageously break the bank.
I am a semi pro that am starting out and will be using this most of the time. I am looking forward to getting the 14-24 and then the 70-200 f2.8 as well.
July 30, 2010
Nothing but the best
This is my main lens for landscape and nature work. It's a top-of-the-line lens that always delivers sharp and crisp images, even at its smallest aperture. If I was told that I could only carry one lens on a photo excursion, this would be the one. Beautiful (but heavy) piece of glass.
July 30, 2010
Simply the best
This lens is wonderful. Silky smooth, great ergonomics and handling. So much better designed and in size than the "Beast" it replaced. A must have with a 70-200 f 2.8 VR and a wide angle. Got for Full Frame use.
July 30, 2010
Quality product
Superb image quality. Fast and accurate lens. Very high hand product.
July 30, 2010
One of the Best if not the best lens
This lens is the best that I have ever owned. It is superb. I did commercial architecture all my life with 8x10 and 4x5 cameras with prime Schneider and Rodenstock Goertz Dagor lens. I expected this lens to be good, but it outshines those lens in terms of sharpness and minimal flare. If you are in doubt rent one and then be ready to buy one.
July 30, 2010
Perfect all along the range
I use the Nikor 24-70 F: 2.8 mostly for circus pictures (low light,fast moves) and I get great results.
July 30, 2010
Superb - a bit heavy but it is worth carrying it for the sharp, great color.
July 30, 2010
Beyond my expectations
This lens is everything I expected and more. Stellar performance on both FX and DX bodies.
July 30, 2010
Perfect walk-around lens.
This is a must have lens. Every time I use the lens, I am still amazed at the incredible sharpness of the images. Fast, quick to focus, sharpness that must be seen to believe, a perfect balance on each of my cameras, what more could I ask for?
July 30, 2010
Awesome Lens
This is one lens that virtually every pro photographer should own. It is incredibly sharp throughout the range with fantastic color. It also handles harsh lighting conditions with excellent control of flare and CA. It performs as well as may fixed primes. You will not be disappointed with this lens.
July 30, 2010
Best Wide-Angle Zoom Period!
I have owned this lens for 2 years now and it is best lens I have used for all around photography. I shoot Candid Street Photography and find myself in low light mos to of the time. This lens can deal with any situation with ease. It also works great when shooting wide shots to Portraits.
July 30, 2010
Great Lens
Have been using the lens for sports, landscape, and portraits and it is great. Love the smooth action, quick focus, and excellent image quality. Great companion lens to my 70-200 f2.8.
July 30, 2010
Amazing Lens
This lens has been in my bag since I purchased my D700 a year and a half ago. It's an amazing lens, beautiful color and I couldn't imagine my portrait business without it.
July 30, 2010
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AF-S NIKKOR 24-70mm f/2.8G ED
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Is this lens (AF-S NIKKOR 24-70mm f/2.8G ED ) fully compatable with the Nikon d5100 camera?
3 months ago
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Marissa
Role: Semi-professional photographer
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yes . it is an afs lens. it will work on your camera.Apr 15, 2012 by
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earl
Hillsborough, NC 27278, USA
Location :
Hillsborough, NC 27278, USA
Age: 45-54
Favorite Subject: Portrait
Nikon Family: 2-5 years
Experience: More than a year
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
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Yes, this lens is fully compatible with the D5100.Apr 15, 2012 by
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Arkayem
Savannah, GA, USA
Location :
Savannah, GA, USA
Age: 55-65
Favorite Subject: Portrait
Nikon Family: 21+ years
Experience: More than a year
Role: Professional photographer
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YesApr 15, 2012 by
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Ric
Loveland, Oh
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Loveland, Oh
Age: Over 65
Favorite Subject: Portrait
Nikon Family: 21+ years
Experience: Less than a month
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
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yes
AF-S NIKKOR 24-70mm f/2.8G ED
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Will the Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 24-70mm f/2.8G ED Lens work with the D700
2 months, 1 week ago
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Jen
Mt Beauty, Victoria, Australia
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Mt Beauty, Victoria, Australia
Age: 45-54
Favorite Subject: Family & Friends
Nikon Family: 2-5 years
Experience: More than a year
Role: Semi-professional photographer
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Yes, in fact it is one of the very best lenses with the D700. I shoot with a D3, which has the same sensor as the D700, and about 95% of my shots use this lens. It is extremely sharp and low in distortion.May 8, 2012 by
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Arkayem
Savannah, GA, USA
Location :
Savannah, GA, USA
Age: 55-65
Favorite Subject: Portrait
Nikon Family: 21+ years
Experience: More than a year
Role: Professional photographer
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yes very good choiceMay 8, 2012 by
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Anonymous
Age: 45-54
Favorite Subject: Portrait
Nikon Family: 2-5 years
Experience: More than a year
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
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Most definitely!May 7, 2012 by
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Ric
Loveland, Oh
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Loveland, Oh
Age: Over 65
Favorite Subject: Portrait
Nikon Family: 21+ years
Experience: Less than a month
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
AF-S NIKKOR 24-70mm f/2.8G ED
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I am planning on buying some high end lenses, but I am reading quite a few comments on the Internet about focusing issues and quality control.
Can you comment on this? I'm concerned that there must be a reason these posts are appearing on the Internet.
2 weeks ago
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Curiousnomad
Connecticut, USA
Location :
Connecticut, USA
Age: 45-54
Favorite Subject: Travel
Nikon Family: 2-5 years
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
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There have been reports of focusing issues with the D800 and a fix is already rumored to exist. I have never heard of a QC problem with high end Nikon glass. I own the 24-70 and it is a very fine lens. I have quite a few Nikon lenses and I have not had a problem with quality. In any case, Nikon stands behind their products, so I would not be concerned.Jul 5, 2012 by
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PhotoGeek
Napa, CA
Location :
Napa, CA
Age: 55-65
Favorite Subject: Nature
Nikon Family: 21+ years
Experience: 1-3 months
Role: Semi-professional photographer
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Dont believe all that you read on the interweb, it is a fast sharp well made lens.Answer:
Look through the "ratings and reviews" section above...Contact "Service and Support" in main menu above , ...
Jul 4, 2012 by
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NikonD
Sedona, AZ, USA
Location :
Sedona, AZ, USA
Age: 45-54
Favorite Subject: Sports
Nikon Family: 11-20 years
Experience: More than a year
Role: Semi-professional photographer
Hello
I bought this lens few weeks ago and I went outside to take pictures in national park, when It was dusty and windy. When I zoom, the dust sometimes get inside and when is there some dirt and I zoom again then it scratch a little bit and I do not know how to get rid of the dirt that is stuck in that place. Hopefully you know what spot do I mean where the small dirt can get. My question is if It damages lens at all or It is minor issue.
Another feature that I noticed is that when I use manual focus ring that I can turn around many times I can. I thought that I cam turn only a quarter of ring. Does it somehow damages lens if i turns it more that the quarter, because when I turn more the limit, there is some resistance but not that significant.
Thank you
I bought this lens few weeks ago and I went outside to take pictures in national park, when It was dusty and windy. When I zoom, the dust sometimes get inside and when is there some dirt and I zoom again then it scratch a little bit and I do not know how to get rid of the dirt that is stuck in that place. Hopefully you know what spot do I mean where the small dirt can get. My question is if It damages lens at all or It is minor issue.
Another feature that I noticed is that when I use manual focus ring that I can turn around many times I can. I thought that I cam turn only a quarter of ring. Does it somehow damages lens if i turns it more that the quarter, because when I turn more the limit, there is some resistance but not that significant.
Thank you
1 year, 2 months ago
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Thomas
Las Vegas
Location :
Las Vegas
Age: 18-24
Favorite Subject: Landscape
Nikon Family: 0-1 years
Experience: Less than a month
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
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Send it to Nikon for evaluation.Jun 1, 2011 by
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Nicky Nikon
Baltimore, MD
Location :
Baltimore, MD
Age: 25-34
Favorite Subject: Landscape
Nikon Family: 2-5 years
Experience: More than a year
Role: Professional photographer
Answer:
get it serviced - if the glass gets scratched its ruined
I currently have a 17-55 on my D300s. I am thinking of getting the 24-70, my question is, is there any sense in getting the 24-70, since the focal length of the 17-55 pretty much is in range with the 24-70?
And since the 24-70 is a FX lens... What is the actual focal length of this lens and a DX body such as a D300s?
Thanks
And since the 24-70 is a FX lens... What is the actual focal length of this lens and a DX body such as a D300s?
Thanks
1 year ago
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Mark
Favorite Subject: Portrait
Nikon Family: 0-1 years
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If you already have the 17-55 then I personally wouldnt bother woth the 24-70, however good it may be you will be spending money for an extra 15mm of reach. You may want to consider the 70-200 or similar to add to what you already use.As for the focal lengths, the 24-70 will be a 24-70 on DX, the focal length doesnt change, its the angle of view that changes and if you have not used film or an FX body then I really wouldnt worry about the difference as its going to mean absolutely nothing to you, just use a lens that does what you want it to.
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Mark, it depends on your shooting profile and if you have other lens beyond 55. While initially the ranges seem similar their not. Because of the DX crop factor (1.522x). Actually the FX 24-70 on your DX camera would be actually 36-106. I suggest reviewing the metadata from your pictures to see what your shooting profile is (ie the focal range of the majority of your shots). Also recommend checking out Nikon's lens simulator so you can see the diffrence between the two lens. http://imaging.nikon.com/lineup/lens/simulator/Lastly, these are both great lens with the exception that one was made for DX cameras and the other for FX cameras. I own the 24-70 and its great for everyday.
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AF-S NIKKOR 24-70mm f/2.8G ED
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will this lens work on a nikon 4004S (vintage 1989) and if so what features would not work?
11 months ago
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Bernie
NY
Location :
NY
Age: Over 65
Favorite Subject: Landscape
Nikon Family: 21+ years
Experience: Less than a month
Role: Professional photographer
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I dont believe this camera is listed even under the "Archived" section on site.I would contact "Service and Support" in main menu
Jul 6, 2012 by
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NikonD
Sedona, AZ, USA
Location :
Sedona, AZ, USA
Age: 45-54
Favorite Subject: Landscape
Nikon Family: 11-20 years
Role: Semi-professional photographer
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Yes, the lens is compatible with the Nikon 4004s.10 months ago
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Bob G
California
Location :
California
Age: Over 65
Favorite Subject: Travel
Nikon Family: 21+ years
Experience: 1-3 months
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
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No.Answer:
This lens is not compatible with any of our teleconverters.9 months ago
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Vitalik
Age: 35-44
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AF-S Lens Required for AutofocusCompatible Lenses
AF-S, AF-I: All Functions Supported
AI-P NIKKOR: All Functions Supported Except 3D Color Matrix Metering II
IX NIKKOR Lenses Cannot be Used
Non-CPU: Can be used in mode M, but Exposure Meter does not Function; Electronic Rangefinder can be used if Maximum Aperture is f/5.6 or Faster
Other AF NIKKOR (Excluding lenses for F3AF): All Functions Supported Except 3D Color Matrix Metering II
Type G or D AF NIKKOR: All Functions Supported Except Autofocus
Type D PC NIKKOR: All Functions Supported Except Autofocus and some Shooting Modes
this is list of compatible lenses and requirements...
Jul 5, 2012 by
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NikonD
Sedona, AZ, USA
Location :
Sedona, AZ, USA
Age: 45-54
Favorite Subject: Sports
Nikon Family: 11-20 years
Role: Semi-professional photographer
Answer:
Yes.
Maybe I just can't see it, but I do not see the Minimum focus distance listed in the tech specs.
That is a very integral part of my shopping for a lens.
What is the Minimum FOCUS DISTANCE of the Nikkor AF-S 24-70 F2.8 VR????
That is a very integral part of my shopping for a lens.
What is the Minimum FOCUS DISTANCE of the Nikkor AF-S 24-70 F2.8 VR????
8 months ago
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Anonymous
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tech specs say 1.2 ft.Jul 5, 2012 by
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NikonD
Sedona, AZ, USA
Location :
Sedona, AZ, USA
Age: 45-54
Favorite Subject: Portrait
Nikon Family: 11-20 years
Role: Semi-professional photographer
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The minimum focus distance is 1.2ft / 0.38m.6 months ago
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Anonymous
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Here is lenses listed for your camera D5000AF-S Lens Required for Autofocus
Compatible Lenses AF NIKKOR for F3AF not Supported
AF-S, AF-I: All Functions Supported
AI-P NIKKOR: All Functions Supported Except Autofocus and 3D Color Matrix Metering II
IX NIKKOR Lenses Cannot be Used
Non-CPU: Can be used in mode M, but Exposure Meter does not Function; Electronic Rangefinder can be used if Maximum Aperture is f/5.6 or Faster
Other AF NIKKOR: All Functions Supported Except autofocus and 3D Color Matrix Metering II
Type G or D AF NIKKOR: All Functions Supported Except Autofocus
Type D PC NIKKOR: All Functions Supported Except some Shooting Modes
Jul 5, 2012 by
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NikonD
Sedona, AZ, USA
Location :
Sedona, AZ, USA
Age: 45-54
Favorite Subject: Landscape
Nikon Family: 11-20 years
Role: Semi-professional photographer
Answer:
Yes it will work (will autofocus) because this lens has a focus motor
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