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Nikkor 17-55 f/2.8 DX
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The world's first constant f/2.8 3.2x zoom lens developed exclusively for use with Nikon DX Format

3.2x zoom covers from a wide angle of 79 degrees to a narrow angle of 28 degrees 50 minutes (equivalent to 25.5mm to 85.5mm for 35mm format) and is ideal for architecture, landscape, groups shots and portraits.

DX design enables a combination of wider angle-of-view with optical characteristics that are optimized for Nikon digital SLR camera sensors

Nikon DX design produces a smaller image circle (the size of the image that is projected by the lens on to the sensor) enabling smaller lens diameter, lighter weight and optimal image quality from center-to edge-to-corner on the image

3 Extra-Low Dispersion (ED) glass elements for minimized chromatic aberration and provide higher resolution and superior contrast

3 Aspherical lens elements for minimized distortion

Lightweight and compact design: similar to 17-35mm f/2.8 lens

Exclusive Silent Wave Motor enables ultra-high-speed autofocusing with exceptional accuracy and powerful super-quiet operation

[M/A] and [M] modes allow rapid switching between AF and MF operation

Internal Focusing (IF) design for smoother focusing and great body balance

Nikon D-type design provides precise distance information for flash and ambient light exposure processes

Rounded diaphragm to make out-of-focus elements appear more natural

Specs
Focal Length: 17-55mm
Maximum Aperture: f/2.8
Picture Angle : 79 degrees 50 minutes- 28 degrees 50 minutes
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
Max. Reproduction Ratio: 1:5 (0.20 at Tele)
Minimum F stop: 22
Aperture Blade: 7 elements (Rounded)
Lens Hood: HB-31
Filter Size: 77mm
Dimensions: Approx. 3.4 x 4.4 inches
Weight: Approx. 26.6 oz.

Excellent IQ, handling a little rough, February, 17 2008

by Jamie De Pould

I rented this lens to shoot in low light. I had a theater production coming up and I needed a fast zoom. This was the obvious choice, and the right one. I used it on a D300 with and without MB-D10 battery grip.

Image quality is on par with a Nikon's primes, and very consistent throughout the zoom range. In real-world usage there isn't any visible vignetting at any focal length, even wide open (which is where I spent most of my time).

There's some slight pincushioning at 17mm, but I actually like a little bit of that in my wide angles. The effect was pleasing to me.

Focus worked so well I didn't notice it.

My only gripe is with handling, which could be better. The zoom ring was very heavy and awkwardly placed. The copy I received looked pretty new, so it may just need some breaking-in. The placement, however, made it difficult to use. The zoom ring is behind the focus ring, very close to the camera body. The zoom ring is partially under the prism assembly, which can make zooming an appreciable amount difficult (yes, I'm holding the lens from the bottom).

Balance was good, both with and without the battery grip. I didn't put the lens on my D200, but I'd expect very similar results.

Gallery of images here:
http://www.pbase.com/jdepould/1755

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