Nikon AF-S 14-24mm f/2.8G ED Nikkor Zoom Lens

Aug 23rd, 2007

Nikon has today announced the AF-S 14-24mm f/2.8G ED Nikkor zoom lens, offering a full range of professional features to provide superior overall performance. In addition to a fast f/2.8 maximum aperture at all focal lengths, the AF-S 14-24mm f/2.8G ED features a short close-focusing distance of 0.28 m/0.9 ft. with focal length set between 18-24mm. It’s an ideal lens for both photojournalism and general photographic needs.

The newly developed optical system ensures matched synchronization with Nikon’s digital SLRs. The design featuring ED (Extra-low Dispersion) glass elements for minimal chromatic aberration, and aspherical lenses including large-diameter PGM (Precision Glass Molding) elements to eliminate croma and other types of aberration even at the widest aperture — provide higher resolution and well-balanced aberration correction. Nano Crystal Coat, extra-low refractive index coating, virtually eliminates internal lens element reflections across a wide range of wavelengths, and is particularly effective in reducing ghosting and flare.

Other important features include Nikon’s Super Integrated Coating that minimizes reflection in the wider wavelength range to ensure superior color balance and reproduction. Nikon’s exclusive SWM (Silent Wave Motor), incorporated in the lens body, ensures fast, quiet autofocus operation. M/A mode lets users switch quickly from automatic to manual focusing, even during AF servo operation, with virtually no time lag. The rounded diaphragm opening makes out-of-focus elements appear more natural. A fixed-type flower-shaped bayonet hood is supplied.

The lens barrel is designed for a secure hold, with zoom and focusing rings designed for easy smooth rotation, and are rubber-coated to provide comfortable operation while ensuring ample ruggedness.

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Nikon AF-S 14-24mm f/2.8G ED Zoom Lens
Major Features

• Constant maximum aperture of f/2.8 at all focal lengths
  
  
• Enhanced optical formulas, engineered to produce exceptional sharpness, contrast and color, render outstanding image integrity
  
  
• ED (Extra-low dispersion) glass elements minimize chromatic aberration to deliver stunning sharpness and contrast
  
  
• Aspherical lenses including large-diameter PGM elements eliminate various types of lens aberration even at the widest aperture
  
  
• Nano Crystal Coat virtually eliminates internal lens element reflections, effectively reducing ghosting and flare



• High-performance Nikon Super Integrated Coating provides superior color reproduction, while minimizing ghosting and flare



• IF (Internal Focusing) enables focusing without changing the length of lens barrel



• Nikon's exclusive Silent Wave Motor for fast, quiet autofocus operation



• Rounded diaphragm opening (9 blades) makes out-of-focus elements appear more natural



• 0.28 m/0.9 ft. closest focusing distance with focal length 18-24 mm



• M/A mode enables instant switching from autofocus to manual focus, even during AF servo operation, with virtually no time lag



• Dedicated flower-shaped lens hood effectively minimizes stray light



• Lens barrel is built for comfortable holding while featuring a rugged design; zoom and focusing rings provide smooth operation



• Engineered to Nikon professional D-SLR standards to effectively resist dust and moisture