Nikon 24-70mm f/2.8E ED VR

The Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 24-70mm f/2.8E ED VR Lens is a professional standard zoom lens for Nikon FX DSLR cameras, offering a versatile 24–70mm range, constant f/2.8 aperture, advanced Vibration Reduction, and premium optical performance. It is widely used for weddings, events, portraits, and reportage photography.

The Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 24-70mm f/2.8E ED VR Lens is a flagship professional zoom lens designed for Nikon F-mount FX-format DSLR cameras. Known as one of the most essential workhorse lenses in Nikon’s professional lineup, it delivers exceptional image quality, durability, and reliability for demanding photographic environments.

With a versatile 24–70mm focal length range, the lens covers wide-angle to short telephoto perspectives, making it ideal for landscapes, architecture, portraits, weddings, events, and documentary photography. On DX-format cameras, it provides an equivalent focal length of approximately 36–105mm.

Its constant f/2.8 maximum aperture ensures consistent exposure throughout the zoom range and excellent low-light performance, while also enabling strong subject isolation with smooth background blur.

The optical design includes 20 elements in 16 groups, featuring ED (Extra-low Dispersion) glass, aspherical elements, and a high refractive index (HRI) lens. This advanced construction minimizes chromatic aberration, distortion, and spherical aberrations, producing sharp, high-contrast images across the entire frame.

Nikon’s Nano Crystal Coat technology reduces flare and ghosting, especially in backlit conditions, while the electromagnetic diaphragm ensures precise and stable exposure control during high-speed continuous shooting.

The built-in Vibration Reduction (VR) system helps minimize camera shake, allowing handheld shooting at shutter speeds up to 4 stops slower than normal. Autofocus is driven by Nikon’s Silent Wave Motor (SWM), delivering fast, accurate, and near-silent focusing with full-time manual override capability.

Durability is a key feature of this lens, with a weather-sealed construction designed to withstand professional use in challenging environments. A fluorine coating on the front and rear elements repels dust, water, and dirt, and allows for easier cleaning without damaging the lens surface.

Key Features

• Professional FX-format 24–70mm standard zoom lens
• Constant f/2.8 aperture for consistent exposure
• Built-in Vibration Reduction (VR) system
• Advanced optical design with ED, aspherical, and HRI elements
• Nano Crystal Coat reduces flare and ghosting
• Silent Wave Motor (SWM) autofocus system
• Electromagnetic diaphragm for precise exposure control
• Weather-sealed professional-grade construction
• Fluorine-coated front and rear lens elements
• Ideal for weddings, events, portraits, and reportage