Nikon Inc
Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 16-85mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR camera kit
Versatile 16-85mm zoom covers 24-128mm equivalent for wide-angle to portrait shots on Nikon DX DSLRs, with vibration reduction allowing up to four stops slower handheld.
- CompatibilityDSLR Camera
- FeaturesImage Stabilization
- Versatile 16-85mm zoom covers wide to telephoto
- Vibration Reduction enables up to four stops slower handheld
- Two ED glass elements minimise chromatic aberration
- Three aspherical elements reduce coma at wide apertures
- Silent Wave Motor delivers fast, quiet autofocus
Versatile DX zoom lens
The Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 16-85mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR covers a 16-85mm focal range, delivering a 24-128mm equivalent view on DX-format DSLRs such as the D40, D60, D80, D90 and D300. It suits photographers who want a single lens for interiors, landscapes and portraits without changing glass.
Upgrade from kit zooms
Vibration Reduction allows sharp handheld shots at up to four shutter speeds slower than non-stabilised lenses, making the step worthwhile for low-light work and longer focal lengths. The Silent Wave Motor adds fast, quiet autofocus that basic kit lenses often lack, improving both stills and video capture.
DX crop constraint
The lens projects an image circle for APS-C sensors only, so it cannot cover a full-frame sensor without vignetting. At 16mm the maximum aperture is f/3.5, narrowing to f/5.6 at 85mm, which limits shallow depth-of-field control and low-light capability compared to constant-aperture alternatives. Minimum focus distance stays at 1.3 feet across the zoom range.
Highlights
- Versatile 16-85mm zoom covers wide to telephoto
- Vibration Reduction enables up to four stops slower handheld
- Two ED glass elements minimise chromatic aberration
- Three aspherical elements reduce coma at wide apertures
- Silent Wave Motor delivers fast, quiet autofocus
Specifications
| Brand | Nikon |
|---|---|
| Series | Nikon DX |
| Model | Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 16-85mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR |
| Compatibility | DSLR Camera |
| Features | Image Stabilization |
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