Nikon 17-55mm f/2.8 G DX AF-S ED-IF Zoom-Nikkor Lens

The Nikkor AF 17-55mm f/2.8G ED-IF AF-S DX Zoom Lens was developed exclusively for use with Nikon DX Format digital SLR cameras. This lightweight, compact zoom lens is an excellent match for the new Nikon digital SLR cameras.

The 17-55mm range exceeds 3x zoom to broaden wide angle to medium telephoto photographic possibilities, and the lens maintains fast f/2.8 aperture throughout to make it practical and easy to use.

When mounted on any of the Nikon D2H, D1, D1x, D1H, D100 or D70 digital SLR cameras, the picture angle is the equivalent to 25.5 to 82.5mm on a 35mm format camera. The range and image quality makes this the perfect lens professionals and advanced enthusiasts will use most with Nikon DX Format digital SLR cameras. Ideal for shooting portraits and close-ups, as well as nature studies.

It also complements the AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 12-24mm f/4G IF-ED lens in Nikon's expanding DX Nikkor lens lineup. Nikon established yet stricter evaluation standards for the new lens, and it achieves greater picture resolution as a result.

The newly developed optical system employed includes three ED (Extra-low Dispersion) glass elements that minimize chromatic aberration and three aspherical lenses that minimize distortion. Nikon's exclusive Silent Wave Motor (SWM) ensures fast, quiet autofocus and Internal Focusing (IF) design for smoother focusing and great body balance. The nine-blade rounded diaphragm opening provides a rich, natural look to out-of-focus elements. With its useful wide range and high quality performance, this compact, lightweight lens will help win a warm place for the Nikon DX format in the hearts of Digital SLR users.

Note: This lens is not compatible with 35mm [135] format or IX240 format film cameras.

• Lightweight, compact design comparable in size to a dedicated wide-angle lens
• Extremely useful range, with a 35mm equivalent of 25.5-82.5mm
• Three ED (Extra-low Dispersion) glass elements minimize chromatic aberration, providing higher resolution and superior contrast
• Three aspherical lens elements minimize distortion, especially at the periphery, for superior optical performance
• Nikon's exclusive Silent Wave Motor (SWM) delivers quiet, swift autofocus with superior accuracy
• The rounded, 9-blade diaphragm opening makes out-of-focus elements appear more natural
• All elements are made of environment-friendly glass
• [M/A] mode allows rapid switching between AF and MF operation
• Internal Focusing (IF) design for smoother focusing and great body balance
• G-type Nikkor lenses have no aperture ring, so operation is easy and virtually mistake-free because the aperture does not have to be set to minimum
• Lens mount fitted with rubber ring that is resistant to dust and drops of water