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AF-S Nikkor 16-35mm f/4G ED VR
- 16-35mm
- f/4.0
- Wide Zoom
- Stabilized
- 680 g
- Min focus 0.28 m
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Quick answer
A wide-angle zoom for Nikon FX cameras with vibration reduction and a constant f/4 aperture. It takes standard 77mm filters.
Pros
- Vibration reduction
- Constant f/4
- Accepts filters
- Sharp
Cons
- Distortion at 16mm
- Slower than f/2.8
Verdict
A flexible wide zoom that accepts filters, unlike the 14-24.
About this lens
This 16-35mm f/4 wide-angle zoom lens from Nikon fits Nikon F mount cameras, with Vibration Reduction, Silent Wave Motor autofocus and extra-low dispersion glass. A wide-angle zoom with Vibration Reduction and a constant f/4 aperture for landscapes and architecture.
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 16-35mm f/4G ED VR specifications
- Brand
- Nikon
- Mount
- Nikon F
- Focal length
- 16-35mm
- Maximum aperture
- f/4.0
- Lens type
- Wide Zoom
- Format coverage
- full-frame
- Released
- 2010
- Optical construction
- 17 elements in 12 groups
- Image stabilization
- Yes
- Autofocus motor
- SWM
- Minimum focus distance
- 0.28 m
- Filter thread
- 77 mm
- Weight
- 680 g
- Length
- 125 mm
- Diameter
- 82.5 mm
Specification source: en.wikipedia.org
What can you shoot with the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 16-35mm f/4G ED VR?
- Landscapes
- Architecture
- Travel
Its moderate maximum aperture works best in good light or with a higher ISO.
Full-frame equivalent and field of view
Calculated from the focal length and crop factor. Not measured.
| Sensor | Crop | Equivalent | Horizontal FOV | Diagonal FOV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full frame | 1.0x | 16–35mm | 54.4–96.7° | 63.4–107° |
| APS-C | 1.5x | 24–53mm | 37.8–73.7° | 44.8–84.1° |
Frequently asked questions
Does the Nikon AF-S 16-35mm f/4G have VR?
Yes. Vibration reduction helps for handheld landscape and architecture work.
What filter size does the AF-S 16-35mm f/4G use?
It uses 77mm filters. Check the thread size before buying polarizers or ND filters so they fit without step-up rings.
AF-S 16-35mm f/4G vs 14-24mm f/2.8G: which should I buy?
The 16-35 is stabilized and takes filters. The 14-24 is brighter and wider but has no filter thread.
Alternatives for Nikon F from other brands
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