Fast telephoto lens featuring Defocus-image Control, Rounded diaphragm opening makes out-of-focus elements appear more natural, RF (Rear Focusing) system for fast and smooth optical performance, Large maximum aperture allows shooting in dim light.
Specifications
| Lens construction | 7 elements in 6 groups |
| Number of diaphragm blades | 9 (rounded) |
| Minimum f/stop | 16 |
| Closest focusing distance | 1.1m |
| Maximum reproduction ratio | 1/7.1 |
| Macro focusing | N/A |
| Focus-limit switch: | N/A |
| M/A mode | N/A |
| Wight (approx.): | 815g |
| Lens cap | Snap-on |
| Lens hood | Built-in |
| Lens case | CL-38 (optional) |
| Tripod collar | N/A |
| External front filter attachment frame | Does not rotate |
| External front filter | 72mm |
| Slip-on filter | N/A |
| Built-in/rear filter | N/A |
| Circular polarizing filter | Usable. |
| Circular polarizing filter II | Usable (also with built-in lens hood) |
| AF-3 | Usable. (1) |
| Infrared compensation scale | Does have |
| Supplied accessories | 72mm Snap-on front lens cap, Rear lens cap LF-1 |
| Aperture ring | Does have |
| Distance scale | Does have |
| Material of bayonet ring | Metal |
| Picture angle | 18° [12° with Nikon digital cameras (Nikon DX format)] |
| Dimensions (approx.) (from the camera lens mounting flange) | 79—120 mm |
| AF-4 | Usable. (4): ( ) Indicates maximum number of usable hoods (HN-36 for AF-3/HN-37 for AF-4). |
