Used Nikon AF-S DX 17-55mm F2.8G ED IF

Item Details:

• Brand: Nikon
• Model: AF-S DX NIKKOR 17-55mm f/2.8G ED-IF
• Mount Type: Nikon F (DX)
• Format: APS-C
• Focal Length: 17-55mm (equivalent to 25.5-82.5mm on APS-C)
• Maximum Aperture: f/2.8
• Minimum Aperture: f/22
• Lens Construction: 14 elements in 10 groups, including 3 ED glass elements and 3 aspherical lenses
• Diaphragm Blades: 9 (rounded)
• Filter Size: 77mm
• Weight: 755g
• Dimensions: 85.5mm (Diameter) x 110.5mm (Length)

Key Features:

• Constant f/2.8 Aperture: Provides consistent exposure and depth of field control across the zoom range.
• Extra-low Dispersion (ED) Glass: Reduces chromatic aberrations for sharp, clear images.
• Aspherical Elements: Minimize distortion and improve overall image quality.
• Super Integrated Coating (SIC): Reduces flare and ghosting, enhancing contrast and color accuracy.
• Silent Wave Motor (SWM): Ensures fast, quiet, and accurate autofocus with full-time manual focus override.
• Weather-Sealed: Durable construction with weather and dust sealing, suitable for various shooting conditions.

Performance:

• Sharpness: Excellent sharpness, particularly in the center, with good performance across the frame.
• Distortion: Noticeable barrel distortion at 17mm, transitioning to pincushion distortion at 55mm.
• Vignetting: Some vignetting at wider apertures, especially at the 17mm end, but improves when stopped down.
• Chromatic Aberration: Well-controlled, but some fringing may occur in high-contrast situations.
• Build Quality: Robust construction, designed to withstand professional use.