Nikon AF 24-85mm F2.8-4 D IF Review

Nikon AF 24-85mm F2.8-4 D IF

General information

This is a zoom lens manufactured by Nikon and the lens was released 2000.
The lens belongs to the category standard zoom lenses, a normal lens where you have the possibility to zoom in and out.

Product description from Nikon

At launch 2000 Nikon wrote this regarding Nikon AF 24-85mm F2.8-4 D IF :

"Multipurpose, high-performance standard zoom covers a wide range of subjects from landscapes to portraits.

Wide to Telephoto 3.5x zoom lens ideal for landscape, full length portraits, travel and portrait photographs

Filter attachment does not rotate during focusing or zooming.

Maximum Reproduction Range (R:R) at 85mm is 1:2 (life size).

Fast f/2.8 maximum aperture at 24m setting is ideal for available light shooting or slow/rear flash sync techniques. "

Product description from Nikon at launch 2000

Compatibility, autofocus and focal length

This lens is constructed to fit all models of Nikon cameras, regardless of camera model or type of sensor.

The possibility to use autofocus (AF) is available for Nikon cameras but only if the camera itself has a built-in autofocus (AF) motor. Some cheaper and budget camera models from Nikon lacks a built-in autofocus motor, and we at Lensora appreciate autofocus, so in the list of compatible cameras we have chosen to display only the cameras that you can get autofocus with.

The lens has a focal length of 24-85 mm. Depending on which camera the lens is used, the experienced and perceived focal length will be different. Please visit the list of compatible cameras below, it will provide the equivalent focal length you get on each camera.

Lens brightness and image stabilizer

The lens brightness and aperture value is f/2,8-4.

The lens is to considered fairly bright.  This will make it so much easier shooting in darker environments where you do not want or can use flash lighting, for example in churches or at different sports venues.

One thing to consider is that the lens has a variable brightness, which means that depending on how much you are zooming the lens will have a different maximum aperture value. At 24 mm the lens brightness is f/2,8 and at 85 mm the brightness is f/4. Through the link below you can read more about what this could mean for you as a photographer.

The lens lacks image stabilization, which otherwise os good for avoiding the blur that can occur when using slow shutter speeds. 

Filter and Lens Hood

The lens has a traditional filter thread on the front and its measuring 72 mm which also the filter you will use must have. If you use for example an UV filter can be a cheap insurance against scratches and dust.

If you buy this lens it will come with a lens hood, whose model name is "HB-25".

Images of Nikon AF 24-85mm F2.8-4 D IF

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Things to consider before buying

Below you will find some summarized points and facts that can be considered as the 'pros and cons' of this lens. These are based entirely on the facts and values that are accessible through the lens specification, so we highly recommend that you also read the reported reviews available (see tab 'Reviews'); this in order to get a more complete view of the lens and its capabilities. Reviewer opinions reflect the lens, its use and its optical performance in a more accurate way, but any way - here a few different points to consider before buying this lens.

  • Works on all sensor types
  • A lens hood is included
  • No built-in autofocus motor 
  • No built-in image stabilizer
  • A variable lens brightness at different focal lengths
  • The lens is not sealed against moisture and dust

Our Review Ratings

Time to grade Nikon AF 24-85mm F2.8-4 D IF .

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Overall rating 3 of 5

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