Ultra wide-angle zoom lens that covers focal lengths from 16mm to 35mmVibration Reduction (VR II) enables sharper pictures while shooting at shutter speeds up to four stops* slower than would otherwise be possible *As determined in Nikon performance tests.The adoption of Nano Crystal Coat effectively reduces ghost and flareAn ultra wide-angle zoom lens that, while offering a wide angle view of 107°, is compatible with 77mm screw-on filtersFixed maximum aperture of f/4ED glass and aspherical lens elements are utilized for a new optical design that achieves high resolutionQuiet focusing with built-in Silent Wave Motor (SWM)Two focus modes selectable - M/A and MSpecifications:Focal length16-35mmMaximum aperturef/4Minimum aperturef/22Lens construction17 elements in 12 groups (with two ED glass and three aspherical lens elements, and Nano Crystal Coat)Angle of view107° - 63° (83° - 44° with Nikon DX format)Closest focusing distance0.29 m (1.0 ft.) at a focal length of 16mm or 35mm, 0.28 m (0.9 ft.) at a focal length between 20mm and 28mmMaximum reproduction ratio0.25xNo. of diaphragm blades9 (rounded)Filter/attachment size77mmDiameter x length (extension from the cameras lens-mount flange) Approximately 82.5 x 125 mmWeightApproximately 680 g/24.0 oz.Supplied accessories77mm Snap-on Front Lens Cap LC-77, Rear Lens Cap LF-1, Bayonet Hood HB-23, Flexible Lens Pouch CL-1120