Abbreviation: ED = "Extra-low Dispersion" (Nikon)

The abbreviation ED means "Extra-low Dispersion" and is seen on Nikon products.

Explanation from Nikon

Nikon developed ED (Extra-low Dispersion) glass to enable the production of lenses that offer superior sharpness and color correction by minimizing chromatic aberration. Put simply, chromatic aberration is a type of image and color dispersion that occurs when light rays of varying wavelengths pass through optical glass. In the past, correcting this problem for telephoto lenses required special optical elements that offer anomalous dispersion characteristics — specifically calcium fluoride crystals. However, fluorite easily cracks and is sensitive to temperature changes that can adversely affect focusing by altering the lens´ refractive index. So Nikon designers and engineers put their heads together and came up with ED glass, which offers all the benefits, yet none of the drawbacks of calcium fluorite-based glass. With this innovation, Nikon developed several types of ED glass suitable for various lenses. They deliver stunning sharpness and contrast even at their largest apertures. In

See examples of effected products

	Nikon AF-S 14-24mm F2.8 G ED
	Nikon AF-S 500mm F4 G ED VR
	Nikon AF-S DX 18-135mm F3.5-5.6 G ED

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