Key Features


Compact DX-format zoom lens with High Refractive Index lens element, ED glass and VR II image stabilization

• Expanded photo and video opportunities that's designed to bring the action closer to the photographer.

Nikon VR II Image Stabilization

• Vibration Reduction, engineered specifically for each VR NIKKOR lens, enables handheld shooting at up to 4 shutter speeds slower than would otherwise be possible, assuring dramatically sharper still images and video capture.

HRI (High Refractive Index) Lens Element

• HRI lens element is essential to keeping the lens compact while offering high contrast even at maximum aperture.

Exclusive Nikon Silent Wave Motor (SWM)

• Enables fast, accurate and quiet autofocus.

Minimum focus distance to 4.6 feet at all focal lengths

5.5X Telephoto Zoom lens

• Ideal for capturing distant subjects at athletic events, family pictures, dramatic sunsets, travel and more. Angle of view equivalent to a focal length of 82.5 to 450mm in FX/35mm format D-SLR.

Tripod Detection Mode

• Reduces vibration that may occur due to shutter release when mounted on a tripod.

2 Extra-low Dispersion (ED) Elements

• Effectively minimizes chromatic aberration, even at the widest aperture settings.

Nikon Super Integrated Coating (SIC)

• Enhances light transmission efficiency and offers superior color consistency and reduces flare.

Rounded 9-Blade Diaphragm

• Renders more natural appearance of out-of-focus image areas.