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Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 16-80mm F2.8-4E ED VR F(DX) Mount Review

Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 16-80mm F2.8-4E ED VR

Main Features

  • 16-80mm Focal Range
  • F2.8 - F4.0 Max Aperture
  • Image Stabilization
  • Filter Thread: 72mm
  • Max Format: APS-C / DX
  • Nikon F (DX) Mount
  • Weight: 480g / 1.06 lb
  • Dimensions(øxL): 80mm x 86mm
  • Min Focus Distance: 0.35m
  • Max Magnification: 0.22x
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Nikon DX 16-80mm F2.8-4E ED VR Overview


Nikon DX 16-80mm F2.8-4E ED VR is a Variable aperture Auto Focus (AF) Standard Zoom lens with Optical Image stabilization and APS-C / DX max sensor coverage, and it is designed to be used with F(DX) Mount cameras.

What type of photography is the Nikon DX 16-80mm F2.8-4E ED VR lens good for?

The type of photography that you are planning to use the Nikon DX 16-80mm F2.8-4E ED VR is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated its suitability to various photography scenarios:

Photography Type Suitability
Bird/WildlifeAverage
SportsGood
PortraitVery Good
TravelVery Good
StreetGood
WeddingVery Good
Walk AroundVery Good
VloggingFair
LandscapeGood
MacroFair

Reasons to Buy Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 16-80mm F2.8-4E ED VR Lens

Here we've included a summary of the advantages and disadvantages of the Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 16-80mm F2.8-4E ED VR lens in a list form to help you determine whether it offers the features you need.

PROs
Optical Image Stabilization
Autofocus
Distance Scale
Hood supplied
Full-time Manual Focusing
Fast Aperture at Wide end
Fast Aperture at Tele end
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CONs
No Weather Sealing
Lens Extents while zooming
Variable Aperture


Lens Mount

Nikon DX 16-80mm F2.8-4E ED VR is compatible with cameras that have a Nikon F (DX) lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Nikon F (DX) lenses are Nikon D3500, Nikon D7500 and Nikon D5600.

Size, Weight and Filter Thread

Size and weight is a very important decision factor when searching for your next lens. Nikon DX 16-80mm F2.8-4E ED VR has a maximum diameter of 80mm and total length of 86mm when not extended. It weighs 480g / 16.9 oz.

Nikon DX 16-80mm F2.8-4E ED VR has a filter thread of 72mm. Below are links to the filters that we recommend you to consider for your Nikon DX 16-80mm F2.8-4E ED VR:

  • 72mm Variable ND Lens Filters
  • 72mm Circular Polarizer Lens Filters
  • 72mm Clear Protection Lens Filters




Focal Range

Nikon DX 16-80mm F2.8-4E ED VR has a focal range of 16-80mm and 5.0X zoom ratio which has a 35mm equivalent focal range of 24-120mm when used on a APS-C / DX format camera.


Optical Image Stabilization

The Nikon DX 16-80mm F2.8-4E ED VR features an optical image stabilization system which helps to reduce the blur that occurs due to shaking during hand-held shooting.

Zoom Method

Nikon DX 16-80mm F2.8-4E ED VR features Rotary (extending) zoom method where the length of the lens changes as you zoom in or out. This makes it possible to design the lens with a smaller minimum length ( generally when it is zoomed out) compared to internal zoom lenses. The disadvantages of this design are being harder to seal against dust and moisture, weight balance shifting while zooming and zoom creep in certain lenses.

Maximum Magnification Ratio

Nikon DX 16-80mm F2.8-4E ED VR has a Max Magnification Ratio of 0.22x and has a minimum focusing distance of 0.35m.

Below are the 3 Standard Zoom type Nikon F mount lens alternatives with highest max magnification ratios:

  • Nikon 18-55mm F3.5-5.6G VR: 0.38x - (Compare)
  • Nikon 18-55mm F3.5-5.6G: 0.38x - (Compare)
  • Sigma 17-70mm F2.8-4 DC OS HSM: 0.37x - (Compare)

Aperture

Nikon DX 16-80mm F2.8-4E ED VR is a variable aperture lens with a max aperture of f2.8 and a minimum aperture of f22 at 16mm, and a max aperture of f4 and minimum aperture of f32 at 80mm .

Focal Length Max Aperture Min Aperture
16mm F2.8 F22
80mm F4 F32

Optical Formula

Nikon DX 16-80mm F2.8-4E ED VR's optical formula consists of 17 elements in 13 groups . Following special elements are used in this design:

  • 4 ED
  • 3 aspherical elements. Nano Crystal Coat.

Lens Hood

Nikon DX 16-80mm F2.8-4E ED VR comes with a removable lens hood which is handy to reduce lens flare and glare in your photos. The model number of the hood is HB-75.

Body Colour

Nikon DX 16-80mm F2.8-4E ED VR is available in Black color.

Popular Comparisons of Nikon DX 16-80mm F2.8-4E ED VR

Here are the eight most popular comparisons of the Nikon DX 16-80mm F2.8-4E ED VR amongst Camera Decision readers.

Top Alternatives of Nikon DX 16-80mm F2.8-4E ED VR Lens
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APS-C / DX 520 g / 1.14 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo


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Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 16-80mm F2.8-4E ED VR Alternatives in Nikon F (DX) Mount
Model Coverage Weight Focusing Street Price
Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 16-85mm f3.5-5.6G ED VR Lens Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 16-85mm f3.5-5.6G ED VR
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APS-C / DX 485 g / 1.07 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 18-70mm f3.5-4.5G ED-IF Lens Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 18-70mm f3.5-4.5G ED-IF
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APS-C / DX 420 g / 0.92 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 18-105mm f3.5-5.6G ED VR Lens Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 18-105mm f3.5-5.6G ED VR
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APS-C / DX 420 g / 0.92 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Sigma 17-70mm F2.8-4 DC MACRO OS HSM C Lens Sigma 17-70mm F2.8-4 DC MACRO OS HSM C
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APS-C / DX 465 g / 1.02 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Sigma 17-70mm F2.8-4 DC Macro OS HSM Lens Sigma 17-70mm F2.8-4 DC Macro OS HSM
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APS-C / DX 520 g / 1.14 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo

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Nikon DX 16-80mm F2.8-4E ED VR Detailed Specifications


General
Brand Nikon
Lens Type Zoom
Lens Type Standard Zoom
Lens Mount Nikon F (DX)
Max Format APS-C / DX
Focal Range 16-80mm
Image Stabilization Yes
Colour Black
Zoom Method Rotary (extending)
Power Zoom No
Zoom Lock No
Zoom Ratio 5.0X
APERTURE
Max Aperture F2.8 - F4.0
Min Aperture F22.0 - F32.0
Aperture Ring No
Diaphragm Blades 7
Optics
Optical Elements 17
Optical Groups 13
Special Elements 4 ED and 3 aspherical elements. Nano Crystal Coat.

FOCUSING
Min Focus Distance 0.35m
Max Magnification 0.22X
Autofocus Yes
AF Motor Type Ring-type ultrasonic
Full Time Manual Yes
Focus Method Internal
Focus Distance Limiter No
Distance Scale Yes
DoF Scale No
PHYSICAL SPECS
Weight 480g
Diameter 80mm
Length 86mm
Weather Sealing No
Filter Thread 72mm
Filter Notes -
Hood Supplied Yes
Hood Code HB-75
Tripod Collar No
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