- Fast and high-performance medium telephoto lens with maximum aperture of f/1.4
- IF (Internal Focusing) technology for fast AF operation
- Nine-blade rounded diaphragm achieves a natural blur for out-of-focus elements
Specifications
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| Lens construction | | 9 elements in 8 groups |
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| Picture angle | | 28°30` [18°50` with Nikon digital cameras (Nikon DX format)] |
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| Number of diaphragm blades | | 9 (rounded) |
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| Minimum f/stop | | 16 |
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| Closest focusing distance | | 0.85m |
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| Maximum reproduction ratio | | 1/8.8 |
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| Macro focusing | | N/A |
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| Focus-limit switch: | | N/A |
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| M/A mode | | N/A |
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| Focus lock button | | N/A |
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| Weight (approx.): | | 550g |
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| Dimensions (approx.) (from the camera’s lens mounting flange) | | 80×72.5 mm |
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| Lens cap | | Snap-on |
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| Lens hood | | HN-31 (supplied) |
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| Lens case | | CL-44 (optional) |
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| Tripod collar | | N/A |
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| External front filter attachment frame | | Does not rotate |
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| External front filter | | 77mm |
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| Slip-on filter | | N/A |
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| Built-in/rear filter | | N/A |
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| Circular polarizing filter | | Usable. |
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| Circular polarizing filter II | | Usable (also with dedicated Lens Hood HN-31) |
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| AF-3 | | Usable. (1) |
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| AF-4 | | Usable. (3): ( ) Indicates maximum number of usable hoods (HN-36 for AF-3/HN-37 for AF-4). |
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| Infrared compensation scale | | Does have |
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| Supplied accessories | | 77mm Snap-on front lens cap, Rear lens cap LF-1, Screw-in Hood HN-31 |
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| Aperture ring | | Does have |
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| Distance scale | | Does have |
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| Material of bayonet ring | | Metal |
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