16-35MM F/4G ED VR AF-S NIKKOR for FX format

February 9, 2010: Nikon today announces the AF-S NIKKOR 16-35mm f/4G ED VR, the world’s first ultra-wide angle zoom lens with VR for FX-format cameras.

The AF-S NIKKOR 16-35mm f/4G ED VR covers all bases for wide angle shooting and addresses market feedback for a more affordable alternative to the professional AF-S Zoom-Nikkor 17-35mm f/2.8D IF-ED or more recent AF-S NIKKOR 14-24mm f/2.8G ED ultra-wide-angle lens

Price US: $1260
Available from late February

• Just to note that constant aperture lenses are always sharper than variable aperture, so we can hope it will keep the trend in quality standards, set by 14-24 and 24-70 2.8 lenses.
• Its is Nikon’s first ultrawide-to-wide zoom lens featuring Vibration Reduction (VR), and generally, the world’s first full-frame ultrawide lens with any form of in-lens stabilisation.
  

Inclusion of VR is a bit odd as at16mm( ultra wide angle) shutter speed requirements are low and people can easily get speed above 1/16that to get sharp image Without VR they could have easily dropped the price which is affordable to general masses.

On FX and film bodies, the AF-S Nikkor 16-35mm f/4G ED VR has an angle-of-view range of 107°-63°, whilst on a DX format DSLR camera, its angle of view is 83°-44°. Featuring a filter thread size of 77mm, the AF-S Nikkor 16-35mm f/4G ED VR ships with a soft pouch and an HB-23 lens hood.

Sharper handheld images at slow shutter speeds
The AF-S NIKKOR 16-35mm f/4G ED VR is the world’s first ultra-wide angle zoom lens to feature Vibration Reduction technology, providing the ability to shoot at shutter speeds up to four stops slower. The application of VR complements the f/4 maximum aperture when shooting in low light.

Class leading image quality
The new lens’ complex optical design features Nikon’s exclusive anti-reflection Nano Crystal coat, two ED glass elements and no less than three aspherical glass elements to minimize distortion and aberration, even at maximum aperture. The VR II system and Silent Wave Motor deliver extremely quiet, discrete operation and the nine bladed rounded diaphragm renders delightful bokeh.

Built for everyday use
The AF-S NIKKOR 16-35mm f/4G ED VR balances well with more compact FX format cameras such as the D700 and is consequently built to withstand the demands of everyday shooting. The robust magnesium construction and weather sealing will make it an ideal choice for the adventurous enthusiast and professional photographer. It comes complete with durable hood HB-23, and soft pouch.

Specifications
- Focal length: 16-35mm
- Max aperture: Fixed f/4 aperture
- Min aperture: f/22
- Lens construction: 17 elements in 12 groups (with two ED glass and three aspherical lens elements, and Nano Crystal Coat)
- Picture angle: 107° - 60° (83° - 44° for Nikon DX format)
- No. diaphragm blades: 9 pcs. (rounded)
- Closest focusing distance: 0.29m at a focal length of 16mm or 35mm, 0.28m at a focal length between 20mm and 28mm
- Filter/attachment size: 77mm
- Diameter x length: Approximately 82.5 x 125 mm
- Weight: Approximately 680 g/24.0 oz


Nikon Europe Press Release