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Quick Overview
- Compact telephoto zoom lens for Nikon F-Mount SLRs
- Full 35mm frame coverage (FX Format)
- One-touch push-pull zoom from short to medium telephoto
- Gear drive for Autofocus
- Super Integrated Coating (SIC) prevents lens flare and ghosting
- Classic AF Nikkor construction and styling
- Excellent balance and handling
- Mechanical aperture control ring enables use on broadest possible range of cameras
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Product Description
The Nikon AF NIKKOR 70-210mm f/4-5.6 is a highly regarded telephoto zoom lens known for its exceptional build quality and compact design. Originally released in the late 1980s, this lens features a classic "push-pull" zoom mechanism, which allows photographers to adjust focal length and focus quickly using a single ring. Unlike many modern consumer zooms that rely heavily on plastic, this model is constructed with a durable metal barrel and a metal mount, giving it a professional feel and long-term reliability. Its sleek, slender profile makes it an excellent "travel telephoto" for those who want significant reach without the bulk of a faster f/2.8 lens.
Optically, the lens is comprised of twelve elements in nine groups and is noted for producing sharp images with the natural color rendition characteristic of the NIKKOR line. While its maximum aperture of f/4-5.6 is modest, the lens performs impressively when stopped down, delivering excellent contrast and detail across its 3x zoom range. It is particularly popular in the used market for its ability to provide full-frame (FX) coverage, making it a versatile choice for both vintage film bodies and modern digital SLRs. On APS-C (DX) sensor cameras, it offers an even more powerful equivalent field of view of approximately 105-315mm, which is ideal for outdoor sports and wildlife photography.
As an older AF-type lens, it relies on a mechanical "screwdriver" drive from the camera body to autofocus. This means it will provide autofocus on Nikon DSLRs with built-in focus motors, while remaining a manual-focus-only option on entry-level series like the D3000 or D5000. It includes a dedicated physical aperture ring, ensuring compatibility with a vast range of Nikon bodies, from legacy manual film cameras to advanced digital models. With a 62mm filter thread and a close-focusing distance that allows for decent "macro" style shots at the 210mm end, this lens remains a practical and cost-effective solution for enthusiasts seeking a reliable telephoto performer.
| In The Box | Nikon AF NIKKOR 70-210mm f/4-5.6 Lens, Front Lens Cap, Rear Lens Cap |
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| Condition | Used |
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