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Nikon AF-S 24-70mm f/2.8G ED Lens

The Nikon AF-S 24-70mm f/2.8G ED lens has a 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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$1259.3 $1799 In stock

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Overview

The Nikon AF-S 24-70mm f/2.8G ED lens has a fast aperture, high performance wide-angle zoom optimized for FX and DX-format sensors and features Nikon’s ED Glass and Nano Crystal Coat.

Highlights

  • Fast, wide-angle to medium Telephoto AF-S zoom lens optimized for edge-to-edge sharpness on both the Nikon FX (23.9 x 36mm) and DX format image sensors.
  • Three Extra-low Dispersion (ED) elements and PGM aspherical lenses control chromatic aberrations while enhancing sharpness and contrast, even at the widest aperture settings.
  • Nikon’s Silent Wave Motor (SWM) enables ultra high-speed auto focusing with exceptional accuracy and powerful, super-quiet operation.
  • Focus as close as 0.38cm.
  • M/A focus mode switch enables quick response to changing situations between manual and auto focus operation.
  • Enhanced optical formulas engineered to produce exceptional sharpness, contrast and color, rendering outstanding image integrity.
  • Exclusive Nano Crystal Coat further reduces ghosting and flare for even greater image clarity.
  • Internal Focus (IF) provides fast and quiet auto focusing without changing the length of the lens, retaining subject-working distance through the focus range.
  • Rugged construction with professional-grade dust and moisture resistance.

In The Box

  1. Nikon AF-S 24-70mm f/2.8G ED Lens
  2. Front Lens Cap (LC-77)
  3. Rear Lens Cap (LF-1)
  4. Semi-soft Case (CL-M3)
  5. Bayonet Lens Hood (HB-40)
  6. Case Strap

Specifications

Mount Type

Nikon F-Bayonet

Focal Length

24-70mm

Zoom Ratio

2.9x

Maximum Aperture

F/2.8

Minimum Aperture

F/22

Format

FX/35mm

Maximum Angle of View (DX-format)

61�X

Minimum Angle of View (DX-format)

22�X50′

Maximum Angle of View (FX-format)

84

Minimum Angle of View (FX-format)

34�X20′

Maximum Reproduction Ratio

0.27x

Lens Elements

15

Lens Groups

11

Compatible Format(s)

FX, DX, FX in DX Crop Mode, 35mm film

Diaphragm Blades

9

Distance Information

Yes

Nano Crystal Coat

Yes

ED Glass Elements

3

Aspherical Elements

3

Super Integrated Coating

Yes

Autofocus

Yes

AF-S (Silent Wave Motor)

Yes

Internal Focusing

Yes

Minimum Focus Distance

0.38m

Focus Mode

Auto
Manual
Manual/Auto

G-type

Yes

Internal Focusing

Yes

Filter Size

77mm

Accepts Filter Type

Screw-on

Dimensions

(Approx.)83x133mm (Diameter x Length)

Weight

(Approx.) 900g

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Customer Reviews (4.8 / 5 · 5 reviews)

Abigail K. ★★★★★

Switching to this from my older kit lens was a game-changer—the Nano Crystal Coat really cuts down on ghosting when I shoot into the sun. The build feels solid, and the fast aperture gives me consistent results indoors without needing flash.

Matthew ★★★★★

The Nano Crystal Coat is doing serious work against flares—even shooting into late afternoon sun, contrast stays punchy. The f/2.8 throughout the whole zoom range makes low-light event work feel effortless, and the ED glass keeps edges razor sharp. It’s heavy, sure, but I never second-guess the imag

Ava E. ★★★★★

I’ve been shooting weddings with this on my FX body and the Nano Crystal Coat really saves me in backlit ceremony shots—flare is nearly gone. Focus is quick and quiet, which makes a huge difference when you’re trying not to interrupt the moment.