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Nikon AF-S FX NIKKOR 24-70mm f/2.8E ED Vibration Reduction Zoom Lens with Auto Focus for Nikon DSLR Cameras

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Features

  • Fast f/2.8 constant aperture with an electromagnetic diaphragm
  • Sensational image quality and sharpness with virtually no distortion, Focal Length Range : 24 to 70 millimeter
  • Minimum Focus Distance : 35 to 50 millimeter focal length : 1.2 feet (0.38 meter) from focal plane; 24, 28, 70 millimeter focal lengths : 1.3 feet (0.41 meter) from focal plane; Dimensions : Approx; 88.0 millimeter maximum diameter x 154.5 millimeter (distance from camera lens mount flange)
  • 4 stops of Vibration Reduction for handheld and low light shooting, Nonstick glass makes it easier to wipe off water, dirt and smudges
  • Evolution of Nikon's legendary 24 to 70 millimeter workhorse.Type:Fmount, Type E AF S lens with built in CPU and F mount.Lens Elements:20

Description

The AF-S NIKKOR 24-70mm f/2.8E ED VR improves upon nearly every aspect of its acclaimed predecessor-sharpness, speed, consistency, control and durability plus vibration Reduction image stabilization technology-and the results are stunning. A truly versatile wide-angle to short telephoto lens characterized by its constant f/2.8 maximum aperture and electromagnetic aperture mechanism, The revised optical design incorporates a unique aspherical extra-low dispersion element, in addition to three aspherical, two extra-low dispersion, and one high refractive index elements, to help reduce chromatic aberrations and distortions throughout the zoom range pair it with a Nikon full-frame high-resolution DSLR, and achieve new levels of sharpness and clarity. From Studio work to field assignments, environmental to events, stills to HD video, when chasing the decisive moment, you'll always know which lens to grab.Features: optical precision to the edge of the frame - a first for NIKKOR lenses, A new aspherical extra-low dispersion (ASP/ED) element is paired with traditional as, ED and HRI elements for a thrilling new level of optical precision. Photos and videos take on a beautiful balance of sharpness and soft blur effects, virtually free of flare, ghosting, coma, chromatic or spherical aberration, even at the far edges of the frame. For those who thrive on image quality, The AF-S NIKKOR 24-70mm f/2.8E ED VR delivers.Versatility, speed and durability - 24-70mm is the sweet spot of the zoom range for many photographers, great for everything from landscapes and studio work to weddings and press events. The F/2.8 constant aperture allows for faster shutter speeds to freeze fast action, renders a beautiful bokeh blur and performs brilliantly in low light. Add an electromagnetic diaphragm for fast auto-exposure control plus the protection of Nikon Fluorine Coat on the front and rear glass, and you've got the ultimate workhorse for nearly any situation.4.0 stops of vibration. When using vibration reduction, press the shutter-release button halfway and wait for the image in the viewfi nder to stabilize before pressing the shutter-release button the rest of the way down Meet your new must-have lens, the evolution of a legendary workhorse. The AF-S NIKKOR 24-70mm f/2.8E ED VR improves upon nearly every aspect of its acclaimed predecessor sharpness, speed, consistency, control and durability plus Vibration Reduction image stabilization technology and the results are stunning. Pair it with a Nikon full-frame high-resolution DSLR, and achieve new levels of sharpness and clarity. From studio work to field assignments, environmental to events, stills to HD video, when chasing the decisive moment, you'll always know which lens to grab. A first for NIKKOR lenses, a new Aspherical Extra-Low Dispersion (ASP/ED) element is paired with traditional AS, ED and HRI elements for a thrilling new level of optical precision. Photos and videos take on a beautiful balance of sharpness and soft blur effects, virtually free of flare, ghosting, coma, chromatic or spherical aberration, even at the far edges of the frame. For those who thrive on image quality, the AF-S NIKKOR 24-70mm f/2.8E ED VR delivers. 24-70mm is the sweet spot of the zoom range for many photographers, great for everything from landscapes and studio work to weddings and press events. The f/2.8 constant aperture allows for faster shutter speeds to freeze fast action, renders a beautiful bokeh blur and performs brilliantly in low light. Add an electromagnetic diaphragm for fast auto-exposure control plus the protection of Nikon's fluorine coat on the front and rear glass, and you've got the ultimate workhorse for nearly any situation. To complete the evolution, the AF-S NIKKOR 24-70mm f/2.8E ED VR also includes Nikon's Vibration Reduction image stabilization technology. It reduces camera shake and vibration up to ~4.0 stops. Capture sharp, steady handheld stills and HD videos, and shoot at slower shutter speeds in low-light situations without sacrificing sharpness. Versatility, enhanced. Based on CIPA Standard. This value is achieved when: FX-format compatible lenses are attached to an FX-format digital SLR camera and zoom lenses are set at the maximum telephoto position.

Brand: Nikon


Focal Length Description: 24-70 millimeters


Lens Type: Standard


Compatible Mountings: Nikon F


Camera Lens Description: Nikon F


Focal Length Description: 24-70 millimeters


Lens: Standard


Compatible Camera Mount: Nikon F


Maximum Focal Length: 70 Millimeters


Minimum Focal Length: 24 Millimeters


Lens Design: Zoom


Focus Type: Auto/Manual


Lens Fixed Focal Length: 24 Millimeters


Lens Coating Description: All-In-One Zoom


Zoom Ratio: 2.9


Image stabilization: Optical


Maximum Aperture: 2.8 Millimeters


Minimum Aperture: 22


Number of Diaphragm Blades: 5


Compatible Camera Models: Nikon D7500, Nikon D850, Nikon Z 6, Nikon Z 7


Photo Filter Size: 82 Millimeters


Lens Mount: Nikon F


Brand: Nikon


Camera Lens: Nikon F


Model Name: 20052


UPC: 018208200528


Manufacturer Part Number: AF-S NIKKOR 24-70 mm f/2.8E ED VR


Global Trade Identification Number: 28


Unit Count: 1.0 Count


Model Number: 20052


Item Weight: 1.07 Kilograms


Manufacturer: Nikon


Built-In Media: AF-S FX NIKKOR 24-70mm f/2.8E ED Vibration Reduction Zoom Lens for Nikon DSLR Cameras, CL-M3 Lens Case, HB-74 Bayonet Hood, LC-82 82mm Snap-On Front Lens Cap, LF-4 Rear Lens Cap


Warranty Description: 1 year coverage for labor, 1 year coverage for parts, This warranty doesn't apply to the batteries and software driver that accompany this product


Has Self-Timer: No


Aspect Ratio: Unknown


Video Capture Format: MP4


Video Capture Resolution: 1080p


Compatible Devices: Mirrorless Camera


Effective Still Resolution: 32.5


Maximum Shutter Speed: 30 Seconds


Exposure Control Type: Automatic


Water Resistance Level: Not Water Resistant


Media Type: ProductImage, EnhancedContent


Color: Black


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Top Amazon Reviews

    • VR is worth it!
Color: Black
I own both this one, the Tamron 24-70 VR, and the old Nikon 24-70mm NON-VR, and this is the best, but the Tamron is not too far behind. Physical handling wise, this feels better on the hand, because it is longer and slimmer than the Tamron and is so more balanced. Although both take 82mm filter, it seems for some reason the Nikon feel slimmer on the hand. Picture quality wise, I tried taking pictures with both my Tamron and this Nikon, and the difference was negligible. Of course my review is very non-scientific, but I do like the VR very much. I took a picture at 1/2 second of a piece of paper without VR, and of course, it was very blurry. I took the same picture with VR on, and it was almost perfectly readable. I took a second picture ,and it was 100% readable. Overall, the VR was very good! I would say at least 3-4 stops easily. Autofocusing is very fast......faster and more predicable than the Tamron. Overall, if you are on a budget, I would highly recommend the Tamron which also has VR and I have been using it for more than 1 year. The only problem with the Tamron is autofocus. It will focus perfectly 98% of the time, but you will miss a picture 2% of the time, whereas, with my nikon lens, autofocus is almost 100%. I am not a pro, so I don't mind the 1-2% miss rate. If you are looking to see whether you should upgrade if you have the non-VR Nikon lens, my opinion is a definite yes. Most people don't think VR will help, until they use it. Before, without my Tamron, I was very nervous using my nikon indoors without flash. There was always a chance of blur. With this new lens, I am very confident using it shutter at 1/30 or even 1/15. At speed under this, I am still able to get some very sharp images, but I would check and possibly take a second picture to be sure. In conclusion, VR is highly recommended. If you are on a budget, get the Tamron. If you are thinking whether you need to upgrade to VR, I highly recommend you do. This is a very nice, but expensive lens. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on October 27, 2015 by Bam Bam Rv Adventures
    • Absolute Workhorse — I Should Have Upgraded Sooner
Color: Black
The Nikon AF-S FX NIKKOR 24–70mm f/2.8E ED VR is an absolute monster of a lens. After recently dropping my older non-VR version, I picked this one up used for a fair price, and the difference is immediately noticeable. The vibration reduction is a huge upgrade and makes handheld shooting far more forgiving, especially in lower light. Image quality is outstanding, with excellent sharpness and contrast throughout the zoom range, and the build quality is exactly what you’d expect from Nikon’s pro glass. Honestly, I wish I had upgraded to the VR version years ago. If you’re on the fence and can find one at a good price, it’s well worth it. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on February 4, 2026 by Ducky124
    • Best all around zoom lens ...
Color: Black
An exceptional Nikon Zoom Lens. Shot outside and the lens is clear in high and low end zoom. Image quality is very good. It's a tad heavy but manageable.
Reviewed in the United States on February 7, 2026 by Tom Hazen
    • Love!! 10 stars 🩷
Color: Black
Review Image by Hannah B
Use it for almost all my shoots now! Hard to take off my Z6iii because I just love it & the quality too much!
Reviewed in the United States on April 22, 2026 by Hannah B
    • Jack of all trades
Color: Black
Some of the experts will tell you that buying a 24-70mm lens is a waste of money. The argument is that most photographers have (and need) 35mm, 50mm primes - and likely own a 14-24mm and 70-200m lenses. So by carrying these 4 lenses you have everything covered between 14 to 200mm - with high-quality primes at 35mm and 50mm. So what is the point to a 24-70mm lens? My answer? It just makes life easier. It is true that I own all of the 14-24mm, 70-200mm, and high-quality primes at 35mm and 50mm (that have f1.4 on both). However, 90% of my photos are taken at 35mm-70mm focal points... so by carrying this one lens I can easily meet most of my needs. Notes specific to the Nikon 24-70mm f2.8 - My main prime lens in the focal range is the Zeiss Otus 55mm. Let's be clear this Nikon can not duplicate those results. However, the Nikon lens is not chopped liver and for many jobs, it is an acceptable trade-off. I can go from a 35mm lens to 50mm in 2 seconds instead of a minute or two. - The lens is reasonably sharp throughout the frame. The predecessor was known to be razor-sharp in the center but the edges were softer. This version seems not to be quite as sharp at the center, but with a very negligible fall off as you move out. - Color saturation is solid - photos really pop... although they do lack that 3D-like effect you can get with some of the high-end primes - The lens can maintain f2.8 across all of the focal lengths. So while it loses a couple of stops it is still pretty fast... especially at 24mm (where many lenses at f4.0) - The image stabilization is very solid... in fact; you gain back at least 1 stop... if not 2 by being able to use slower shutter speeds. It has the best in-lens stabilization that I have ever used. - Focus... occasionally I have issues with the lens-camera combo (I shot the D850) searching for focus. - Not small.... this thing will add some bulk to your set-up. It is not unwieldy, but you wouldn't want it to be any larger. Final verdict..... yes, for many pro's the Nikon 24-70 is a redundant lens, but the fact is... it just makes life easier. I know pro's have a hard time "settling" but the Nikon AF-S FX NIKKOR 24-70mm f/2.8E really doesn't force you to make many compromises... and honestly, when I am out of the studio, I try to carry as few lenses as possible. I find that I end up taking a vast majority of my photos with this lens... so who cares what the photo snobs have to say about it! :) ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on December 19, 2020 by CKE
    • Amazing lens
Color: Black
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I am an amateur. I upgraded from the previous generation Nikon 24-70 2.8G ED lens. That was amazing glass. It's major downfall was the lack of Vibration Reduction. The professional reviews about this new lens with VR were mixed were mixed. Portrait photographers seemed to hate it. Others thought it was great. The lens test I read said it was slightly less crisp in the center than the previous generation, but more evenly crisp to the edges. I decided to try it with the Amazon return available. I've only shot with it three times, but it has been a combination of landscape, architecture, reflection, flowers, sunset and bright light, and two portraits on the fly. I've shot about 600 shots. This squirrel is a good example of the strengths of the lens. At 1/60 of a second @ 70 mm vibration would be a problem. This problem was magnified because I could get no closer than 10' and this is a 3/4 crop. The VR did its job. I expect to gain another 60-90 minutes of handheld of golden hour light if I shoot both sunrise and sunset. The bokeh in the background is symmetrical and of equal light across the frame. The landscape shot is handheld and sharp. The autofocus appears to work well and rapidly. I also works in what feels like slightly lower light. I am very happy with this lens. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on February 14, 2022 by Amazon Customer
    • Great for landscapes; not so great for portrait work.
Color: Black
This is a tricky lens to review. I owned the non-VR version but sold it because I didn't find it to be terribly sharp across the range from center to corners. The centers were sharp, but the corners were soft and I never felt I got the kind of sharp landscape photos for which I would normally use the lens. The new lens seems to have made some design changes (see Roger Cicala's excellent bench tests of this against the old one and the Tamron VR at the blog on lensrentals.com). In the main, Nikon seems to have provided optical formulae and design changes that sharpen the corners and the edges at a small loss of acuity in the center. This shows up most evidently in close up portraits of people, where the center just seems slightly (but noticeably) softer in the central portion of the frame. This is especially true wide open at 24 and 50 mm at f4 and wider apertures taken at a short distance away. On the other hand, landscapes seem to benefit dramatically from this new formula, as the whole frame appears evenly focused and it is quite easy to sharpen in post and for printing. In short, in my opinion, if your are considering this lens for portrait work, you may be happier with the older versions. If you are principally a landscape shooter, the VR, the E aperture, and the changed optical formula are a plus. Those are the pros of the lens. The cons are - higher price (about $500 more than the old version; nearly double the price of the Tamron), the lens is bigger (both by weight, by length, and by volume), and it takes the less common 82 mm filter size. In all, the lens is hefty, quite sturdy, and would probably be a burden to carry along with the holy trinity of fast Nikon tele zooms (14-24, 24-70, and 70-200) ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on November 3, 2015 by Marc R. Feldesman
    • Great Upgrade / VR Is A Nice Addition!
Color: Black
Got this lens earlier this week and love it. I had the Nikon 24-70 f/2.8 but sold it to get this newer version. Build quality feels great and the photos are fantastic. Autofocus is very quick, VR works great and photos are sharp. I mainly bought this lens for the VR. When my wife and I shoot events together, she usually uses a D810 and 24-70 lens. It gets heavy for her after a while so no VR can make her photos suffer in low light settings. The VR has worked great for her in giving a little buffer. I'm pretty good at holding still for a shot but the VR makes it a no brainer. Yes, the lens is more expensive but it's a great upgrade. Only downside is that I had to buy a new 82mm UV filter since my old one was 77mm. Need to also buy a new circular polarizer. Not enough of a downside to knock off a star though. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on October 31, 2015 by JJS

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