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Design enables a combination of wider angle-of-view with optical characteristics that are optimized for Nikon digital SLR camera sensors

2x Zoom ratio and variable angle-of-view from 99 degrees at 12mm to 61 degrees at 24mm. Comparable to that of an 18-36mm lens on 35mm size sensor format

Nikon design that produces a smaller image circle (the size of the image that is projected by the lens on to the sensor) enabling smaller lens diameter, and optimal image quality from center-to-edge-to-corner on the image

Exclusive Silent Wave Motor enables ultra-high-speed autofocusing with exceptional accuracy and powerful super-quiet operation

2 Extra-Low Dispersion (ED) glass elements for minimized chromatic aberration

3 Aspherical lens element for low distortion

Internal Focusing (IF) design for smoother focusing and great body balance

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

Nikon D-type design provides precise distance information for flash and ambient light exposure processes

Rounded diaphragm to make out-of-focus elements appear more natural

DX Nikkor is designed exclusively for use with Nikon Digital SLR models

11.8 close focusing distance throughout zoom range

Focal Length: 12-24mm

Maximum Aperture: f/4

Picture Angle (Nikon Digital SLR): 99-61 degrees

Lens Construction: 11 elements in 7 groups

Lens Drive: Silent Wave Motor

Extra Low Dispersion (ED) Lens: 2 Elements

Aspherical Lens: 3 Elements

Focusing: Internal Focusing (IF) Type

Minumum Shooting Distance: 11.8 in

Maximum Reproduction Ratio: 1:8.3

Minimum F Stop: 22

Aperture Blades: 7 blades (rounded)

Aperture Ring: NA

Lens Hood: HB-23 (Supplied)

Filter Size: 77mm

Case: Soft case CL-S2 (Optional)

Dimensions (Diameter x Length: Approx. 3.2 in x 3.5 in

Weight: 1.07 lbs

Included Accessories: HB-23 Hood, 77mm lens cap, rear cap

HB-23 Hood
77mm lens cap
rear lens cap
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