Nikon launches the new AF-S NIKKOR 24-120mm f/4G ED VR lens that would suit both FX and DX photographers. Its focal length range ensures its versatility and makes it possible to use it for different types of photography.

The lens’s f/4 constant aperture coupled with the new VRII shake reduction system extends the possibility of handheld shooting in low light. It allows using shutter speed four stops slower than it would be otherwise possible, which helps the lens deliver bright as well as sharp imaged even in toughest lighting conditions.

There’re 17 elements in 13 groups in the lens’s optical construction. Two ED and three aspherical elements help minimize aberrations while Nano Crystal coating eliminates ghost and flare.

The lens’s 9 aperture blades close to a rounded aperture, which produces gentle bokeh, the effect of blurring in background and foreground areas.

The AF-S NIKKOR 24-120mm f/4G ED VR incorporates a Silent Wave Motor (SWM) that allows for precise autofocus performance as well as the ability to use override autofocus by manual one  in M/A mode. It also delivers smooth and noiseless operation.

This standard zoom lens makes the perfect travel companion thanks to its compact design and the use of magnesium and Super Engineering Plastic elements in its construction. The switches are sealed with rubber that’s why the lens can resist dust and moisture.

Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 24-120MM F/4G ED VR - Specifications:

• Focal Length: 24-120mm
• Maximum Aperture: F/4
• Minimum Aperture: F/22
• Lens Construction:
  • 17 Elements in 13 Groups
  • 2 ED Glass Elements
  • 3 Aspherical Lenses
• Angle of View: 84°-20° 20′
• Angle of View (Nikon DX Format): 61°-13° 20′
• Closest Focus Distance: 45cm (1.5″)
• Maximum Reproduction Ratio: 0.24x
• Rounded Aperture: 9 Blades
• Filter Thread: 77mm
• Vibration Reduction II System: Normal and Active Modes
• Silent Wave AF Motor
• Supplied Accessories: Lens Hood HB-53, Soft Pouch
• Dimensions: 84mm x 103.5mm
• Weight: 710g (25 oz)

Nikon announces the new AF-S NIKKOR 85mm f/1.4G lens with the sales date of September 2. It delivers medium-telephoto focal length and super bright aperture making it the perfect tool for portrait and fashion photography.

The lens succeeds and replaces a famous and highly valued AF NIKKOR 85mm f/1.4D IF model. It inherits its major features while leaving space to innovations.

The AF-S NIKKOR 85mm f/1.4G includes 10 elements in 9 groups in its optical construction, the elements being covered with the anti-reflection Nano Crystal coat for excellent ghost and flare reduction. As a result, the images created with this lens are clear, crisp and rich in contrast.

The bright aperture extends the possibility of handheld shooting in low-light while providing for superb separation of your subject and background/ foreground. Moreover, the lens creates a beautiful bokeh ( blurring of out-of-focus elements) thanks to its 9-blade diaphragm.

The lens is equipped with a Silent Wave Motor (SWM) to quiet and accurate autofocus operation. The operation of manual focus is smooth as well.

The lens body is made from magnesium alloy and is sealed against moisture and dust to provide for safe shooting in tough situations e.g. foul weather.

AF-S NIKKOR 85MM F/1.4G - Specifications:

• Focal Length: 85mm
• Maximum Aperture: F/1.4
• Minimum Aperture: F/16
• Lens Construction: 10 Elements / 9 Groups
• Angle of View: 28°30′
• Angle of View (Nikon DX Format): 18°50′ with
• Closest Focus Distance: 85cm (33.5in)
• Maximum Reproduction Ratio: 0.12x
• 9 Aperture Blades
• Filter/ Attachment Size: 77 mm
• Silent Wave AF Motor
• Dimensions: 86.5mm x 84mm (3.4 in x 3.3 in)
• Weight: 595g (21oz)
• Supplied accessories: Soft Pouch, HB-55 Lens Hood
• Mount: Nikon F

Nikon has just announced a new super telephoto zoom lens, the AF-S 200-400mm f/4G ED VR II, for both FX and DX-format DSLR camera bodies. It is rather expensive and will sell at estimated price of almost $7000 yet it is packed with powerful technologies and promises to deliver excellent optical performance and thus great image quality.

The lens is ideal for sports, nature and travel photography, and can deliver good low-light performance and extends the possibilities of handheld shooting thanks to its Vibration Reduction (VR) II technology that gives you the ability able to shoot up to four stops slower than otherwise possible and still get blur-free images.

Moreover, the VR II function is always switched when shooting in the D-Movie mode on a Nikon D-SLR body, which helps to stabilize HD video capture.

The lens’s construction includes four Extra-low Dispersion (ED) glass elements to reduce chromatic aberration and help deliver sharp and clear images with great true-to-life colors. Nikon’s proprietary Nano Crystal Coat, in its turn, will reduce ghosting and flare.

The 200-400mm f/4 lens offers three focus modes to ensure convenient operation in every shooting situation and easy switching between AF and Manual focus. There are manual mode (M), autofocus mode with the ability to manually override AF (M/A) mode, and new A/M mode which prevents from accidental AF setting cancelling by moving the focus ring. In addition, there’s an AF Recall button that allows for quick return to a previous point of focus.

The lens also incorporates a Silent Wave Motor for high-speed and super-quiet AF performance.

Nikon AF-S 200-400mm f/4G ED VR II – Key Features:

• Focal Length: 200-400mm
• Focal Length Equivalent: 300-600mm
• Constant F/4 Maximum Aperture
• VR II Vibration Reduction System
• Four Extra-Low Dispersion (ED) Glass Elements
• Nano Crystal Coating
• Silent Wave Motor technology
• AF Recall Button
• Focus Modes: Manual M, AF with Manual Override, AF Priority A/M Mode
• Magnesium Body
• Dust and Moisture Resistant Sealing
• Availability: May 2010
• Estimated Selling Price: $6,999.95