Updated Jan 30/12
NIKKOR STANDARD ZOOM LENSES FOR NIKON
Nikon AF-S 18-105mm f/3.5-5.6 G ED VR
$339 - in stock
Display model in store for testing.
The new "kit" lens for Nikon with a nice zoom range and VR. A good upgrade from the Nikon 18-55 with more telephoto range for more flexibility, at a more moderate cost than the 18-200.
Nikon AF-S DX "VR II" 18-200 f/3.5-5.6 G IF ED
$759 - more in soon
Display model to try out in the store.
This very popular Nikon lens, designed for use exclusively with Nikon DX format digital SLRs, offers a broad 18-200mm focal range for use in a variety of situations (equivalent to a 27-300 lens in 35mm format). Two Extra-low Dispersion glass elements and three aspherical lens elements minimize chromatic aberration, astigmatism and other forms of distortion, while ensuring high resolution and contrast. This auto-focus lens incorporates Nikon's Silent Wave Motor for fast, quiet focusing from as close as 50cm from the subject through its entire focal range. It employs a seven-blade rounded diaphragm opening that achieves a natural blur for out-of-focus elements. Other features include a manual/auto mode for rapid switching between autofocus and manual focus operation, VR II vibration reduction for longer hand-held exposures, internal focusing design for smoother focusing and improved balance and the Nikon Super Integrated Coating (SIC) that offers superb color reproduction while minimizing ghosting and flare.
The updated "VR II" version adds a zoom lock switch.
NOTE: The 18-200mm was designed to be solely used with the smaller APS-C size image sensors of the Nikon Digital cameras. This lens will not work on Nikon digital cameras with full frame sensors or Nikon 35mm cameras.
D-SLR 35mm Focal Length Equivalent: 27-300mm
Lens construction - 16 elements in 12 groups
Picture angle - 76° - 8°
Minimum f/stop - 22-36
Closest focusing distance
0.5m (through the entire focal range)
Maximum reproduction ratio - 1/4.5
Zoom control - Manual, via separate zoom ring
Weight (approx.) 560g
Dimensions - 77 x 96.5 mm
Filter Size - 72mm
Nikon 16-85mm f/3.5-5.6G ED AF-S DX VR
$699 - special order
The Compact, 5.3x wide-angle-to-medium telephoto zoom lens is ideal for a broad range of shooting situations from interiors and landscapes to beautiful portraits. Optical design optimized for use with Nikon DX-format digital SLRs for superior performance. Vibration Reduction (VRII) Image Stabilization minimizes the effects of camera shake, allowing handheld shooting at up to 4 shutter speeds slower than would otherwise be possible, assuring dramatically sharper images. Two ED (Extra-low Dispersion) glass elements offer superior sharpness and color correction by effectively minimizing chromatic aberration.
OPTICAL QUALITY - Terrific. Nikon's sharpest standard zoom.
Focal length 16-85mm
Maximum aperture f/3.5-5.6
Minimum aperture f/22-36
Lens construction 17 elements in 11 groups (with two ED glass elements,
three aspherical lenses)
Picture angle 83° - 18° 50'
Closest focus distance 0.38 m/1.3 ft. (throughout the entire zoom range)
Maximum reproduction ratio 1/4.6
Number of diaphragm blades 7 (rounded)
Filter/attachment size 67mm
Diameter x length Approximately 2.8 x 3.4 inches (72 x 85mm)
Weight Approximately 17.1 oz. (485g)
Nikon 28-300mm f/3.5-5.6G ED AF-S FX VR
$1099 - special order
FX Format Ultrahigh-ratio (10.7x) zoom lens with Vibration Reduction II
* Ultrahigh 10.7x ratio zoom lens covering 28-300mm focal range with the
maximum aperture of f/5.6 at telephoto end
* Vibration Reduction (VR II) provides the equivalent of a shutter speed
approximately four stops faster; two modes are available — Normal
and Active
* Two ED (Extra-low Dispersion) glass and three aspherical lens elements
minimize lens aberrations for superior picture quality
* Two focus modes selectable — M/A and M
* Zoom lock is employed to stop the lens from sliding during transportation
Specifications:
Focal length - 28-300mm
Maximum aperture - f/3.5-5.6
Minimum aperture - f/22-38
Lens construction -19 elements in 14 groups (with two ED glass and three
aspherical lens elements)
Angle of view - 75°- 8°10’ (53°- 5°20’ with
Nikon DX format)
Minimum focus distance - 0.5 m/1.6 ft. (throughout the entire zoom range)
Maximum reproduction ratio - 0.32x
No. of diaphragm blades - 9 (rounded)
Filter-attachment size - 77mm
Diameter x length (extension from lens mount) Approximately 83 x 114.5
mm/3.3 x 4.5 in.
Weight - Approximately 800 g/28.2 oz.
Nikon AF-S 24-120mm f/4 G ED VR - $1249 - special order
The new NIKKOR AF-S 24-120mm f/4 VR II zoom lens redefines the wide-to-portrait
lens category and provides users with a medium focal range lens with
a constant aperture that is ideally suited for a wide variety of photographic
disciplines. This high performance lens offers a constant maximum aperture
of f/4 to maintain exposure settings throughout the entire zoom range.
It is perfect for photographing landscapes, portraits, interiors and
weddings. The NIKKOR AF-S 24-120mm f/4 VR II also features two ED elements,
three aspherical lens elements, a useful M/A Focus Mode Switch, Internal
Focus and Nano Crystal Coat to reduce ghosting and flare for greater
image clarity throughout the entire frame. Vibration Reduction II (VR
II) stabilization system with Normal and Active modes. Lets you use shutter
speeds that are up to 4 stops slower. SWM (Silent Wave Motor) for fast,
quiet and accurate autofocus. Rubber mount seal.
Focal length 24-120mm
Maximum aperture f/4
Minimum aperture f/22
Lens construction 17 elements in 13 groups (with 2 ED glass elements, 3 aspherical
lenses and Nano Crystal Coat)
Angle of view 84°-20° 20’ (61°-13° 20’ with Nikon
DX format)
Closest focus distance 0.45m (1.5ft)
Max reproduction ratio 0.24x (at telephoto setting)
Diaphragm blades 9 (rounded)
Focusing AF with built in SWM and Manual focus
Focus modes M/A and M
Filter/attachment size 77mm
Diameter x length Approx. 84 x 103.5mm
Weight Approx. 710g / 25oz
Nikon 17-55mm f/2.8G IF-ED AF-S DX Zoom
$1399 - special order - usually takes up to 3 business days
We have 11x17 sample prints of photos taken with this lens in the store.
One of Nikon's "gold ring" lenses, which means it is considered a "Pro" lens. Simply the best standard zoom lens you could put on a digital DX Nikon camera, and you pay for it.
Constant f2.8 3.2x zoom lens developed exclusively for use with Nikon DX Format, optimized for Nikon digital SLRs. Dust and waterproof rubber sealing mount. High optical performance by aspherical lenses and ED glass elements. Silent Wave Motor enables ultra-high-speed autofocusing with exceptional accuracy and powerful super-quiet operation. M/A mode for quick switching between autofocus and manual operation.
NOTE: The 17-55mm was designed to be solely used with the smaller APS-C size image sensors of the Nikon Digital cameras. This lens will not work on Nikon D3 or Nikon 35mm cameras.
Focal Length: 17-55mm
35mm Focal Length Equivalent: 26-82mm
Maximum Aperture: f/2.8
Lens Construction: 14 elements in 10 groups
Lens Drive: Silent Wave Motor
Extra Low Dispersion (ED) Lens: 3 Elements
Aspherical Lens: 3 Elements All Glass
Focusing Type: Internal Focus
Minimum Shooting Distance: 14.2 in. to infinity
Minimum F stop: 22
Aperture Blade: 7 elements (Rounded)
Lens Hood: Included
Filter Size: 77mm
Dimensions: Approx. 3.4 x 4.4 inches
Weight: Approx. 26.6 oz.
Nikon AF-S 24-70mm f/2.8 G ED
$1759 - special order - takes 3 to 5 business days
We have a display model in the store to play with.
Nikon's revamped premium standard lens for full-frame sensors, or a moderate telephoto zoom on cropped sensor Nikon cameras. Critically acclaimed. Excellent resolution even at f/2.8, and sharp edge-to-edge. Nano Crystal Coat reduces ghost and flare. Rubber mount seal for a certain degree of weather-proofing. Three aspherical lenses and three ED glass elements for higher quality images. SWM for quiet and fast auto-focusing. Is an AF-S lens, so it's compatible with D40/D40x/D60 cameras for auto-focus. Comes with a lens hood and soft case.
OPTICAL QUALITY - Spectacular. Best performance at f/2.8 we've ever seen from a standard lens. Edge-to-edge sharpness is excellent at f/2.8, which usually it is not very good. Stopping down only makes it better, but not by much. Better than the Canon 24-70 L lens. Bottom line - if you have a full-frame Nikon, and you got the money, this is the best standard lens out there. Only drawback - a bit on the heavy size. And the cost.
Specifications:
Focal Length - 24-70mm
Lens Construction - 15 elements in 11 groups
Closest Focusing - .38m
35mm Focal Length Equivalent on APS-C Sensors: 36-105mm
Filter Size - 77mm
Dimensions - 83 x 133mm
Weight - 900g
Warranty - Nikon Canada 5 Year Warranty
SIGMA
Sigma 17-50mm F2.8 EX DC OS
Nikon Mount - $799 - special order - usually takes 3 - 4 days
The Sigma 17-50mm f/2.8 EX DC OS HSM Zoom Lens is an incredibly versatile, lightweight, and compact lens designed specifically for digital SLR cameras with APS-C size sensors. The lens has a fast f/2.8 maximum aperture throughout the entire zoom range. It features a construction of 17 elements in 13 groups with glass that corrects for flare, ghosting and all types of aberrations. It produces high contrast and sharp images throughout the zoom range even at its maximum aperture. Sigma's OS (Optical Stabilization) feature allows you to shoot at shutter speeds approximately 4 stops slower than would otherwise be possible. This means your images will look sharper, even when shooting without a tripod in low existing light or at maximum range with a flash. This lens is also equipped with Sigma's Hyper-Sonic Motor (HSM) which provides for fast and quiet autofocusing.
Filter Size 77mm
f/Stop Range f/2.8-22
Minimum Focus Distance 11" (28cm)
Magnification Ratio 1:5 (max.)
Angle of View 72.4-27.9°
Elements/Groups 17/13
Dimensions (Diam. x L) 3.3 x 3.6" (83.5 x 91.8mm)
Weight 19.9 oz (565 g)
TAMRON
Tamron SP AF 28-75mm F/2.8 XR Di LD Aspherical (IF)
Nikon - $499 - special order - takes 3 - 5 days
Aimed at 35mm film SLRs, or digital SLRs with full frame sensor. A good low-cost alternative to the much more expensive Canon or Nikon f/2.8 zoom lenses. The most compact and lightest in the history of fast zoom lenses. Thanks to the revolutionary downsizing "XR" technology employed by Tamron, the dramatic compactness that makes this lens the world's smallest and lightest is achieved. Its compactness makes it look and feel like an ordinary standard zoom lens, yet the versatility that a fast constant maximum aperture offers will definitely reshape your photographic horizons.
Angle of View 75°-32°
Minimum Aperture F/32
Minimum Focus Distance 0.33m (13") (entire zoom range)
Macro Magnification Ratio 1:3.9 (at 75mm)
Filter Diameter ø67
Weight 510g (18.0oz.)
Diameter x Length ø73mmx 92mm
(2.9in x 3.6in)
Accessory Lens hood
Tamron AF 18-270 f/3.5-6.3 Di II VC PZD
Nikon - $629 - special order
Tamron's next generation 18-270mm, the world’s lightest, smallest 15x zoom optimized for use on APS-C- DSLRs, continues the pursuit of the ideal all-in one zoom lens. Combining prior award-winning achievements with new engineering breakthroughs yielded the remarkable 18-270mm F/3.5-6.3 Di II VC PZD (Piezo Drive). Special piezoelectric technology now delivers faster, quieter precision autofocusing. Tamron's exclusive tri-axial VC (Vibration Compensation) image stabilization, featuring three pairs of driving coils and low-function ball bearings placed around the VC optical group, combats camera shake-related image blur. It's Tamron VC that allows handheld shooting at as many as four shutter speeds slower than otherwise possible with a dramatically stable viewfinder experience. Compactness and light weight are preserved, thanks in part to the VC mechanism's newly-developed moving coil mechanism. Defining compositional freedom the 18-270mm Di-II VC's incredible 15x zoom range provides a 35mm picture angle equivalency of 28mm to 419mm, with image fidelity assured by advanced optical design featuring LD glass and aspherical optics, working in concert to render crisp, colorful and faithful images.
Specifications:
Lens Construction (Groups/Elements) 13/16
Angle of View
75°33' - 5°55' (APS-C size equivalent)
Diaphragm Blade Number 7
Minimum Aperture F/22 ~ F/40 (18mm-270mm)
Minimum Focus Distance 19.3in.(0.49m) (entire zoom range)
Macro Magnification Ratio 1:3.8
Filter Diameter ø62
Weight 450g (15.9oz)*
Length 3.5in (88mm)**
Entire Length 3.8in (96.4mm)**
Diameter ø2.9 (ø74.4mm)
Accessory Flower-shaped Lens hood