Update of one of Nikon's most respected NIKKOR lenses delivers sharp images and its fast maximum aperture ensures a bright viewfinder image as well as beautiful background blur. The moderate wide angle capability of the lens is suitable for interiors, weddings, photojournalism and landscape photography.

Key Features:

• FX-format, ultra-fast classic wide-angle lens: Update of one of Nikon's most respected NIKKOR lenses; suitable for landscapes, night scenes, interiors, weddings, photojournalism and astrophotography.
• Nano Crystal Coat: Use of Nano Crystal Coat further reduces ghosting and interior flare across a wide range of wavelengths for even greater image clarity.
• Aspherical Lens Element: Aspherical lens element virtually eliminates coma and other types of aberration, even when shooting at the widestavailable aperture.
• Optimized for edge to edge sharpness on both FX and DX-format
  D-SLRs: DX-format D-SLR the angle of view is equivalent to a focal length of 52.5mm in FX/35mm format.
• M/A Focus Mode Switch: Enables quick changes between manual and autofocus operation now enhanced with a refined MF driving
  mechanism to reduces focus time lag and improve ease of use in M/A mode.
• Rear Focus (RF): Provides smooth and fast autofocus while eliminating front barrel rotation and lens length changes.
• Exclusive Nikon Silent Wave Motor (SWM): Enables fast, accurate and quiet autofocus.
• Nikon Super Integrated Coating (SIC): Enhances light transmissionefficiency and offers superior color consistency and reduced flare.
• Rounded 9-Blade Diaphragm: Renders a more natural appearance to out-of-focus image elements.