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Black Nikon DX zoom lens, 17-55mm f/2.8 constant aperture, rubber-sealed mount

Nikon Inc

Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 17-55mm f/2.8G IF-ED Zoom Lens

SKU CH-EE79-SP6M3

Constant f/2.8 zoom for Nikon DX DSLRs covering 17-55mm with silent autofocus and weather-sealed mount

  • Focus systemAuto Focus
  • Product typeZoom Lens
  • Product colorBlack
  • Constant f/2.8 aperture across the 17-55mm zoom range
  • 2x zoom covers 79° wide to 28°50' telephoto
  • Silent Wave Motor delivers fast, quiet autofocus with M/A override
  • Aspherical and ED glass elements provide high optical performance
  • Dust and waterproof rubber sealing at the mount protects internals

DX-format constant-aperture zoom

This lens is a constant f/2.8 zoom built exclusively for Nikon DX-format DSLRs. It covers a 17-55mm focal range with a 3.2x magnification factor. The design targets photographers who need consistent exposure throughout the zoom range for event, portrait and reportage work. It is not suited for FX-format shooters who require full-frame image-circle coverage.

APS-C image circle defines the practical limit

The optical formula projects an image circle sized for the DX sensor, so vignetting appears when mounted on 35mm-format bodies. On DX cameras the angle of view runs from 79 degrees at 17mm to 28 degrees 50 minutes at 55mm, equivalent to 25.5-85.5mm on 35mm format. Users needing wider than 79 degrees or longer than 55mm on this mount must add a second lens.

Silent Wave Motor drives autofocus speed

An internal Silent Wave Motor delivers fast, quiet autofocus with a quick-shift M/A mode for instant manual override. Maximum reproduction ratio is 0.20x, limiting close-up magnification for product or macro work. The rubber-sealed mount resists dust and moisture during outdoor use. Buyers who need 1:1 reproduction should consider a dedicated macro optic.

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Price $627.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameNikon International
Model nameNot Available
Product typeZoom Lens
Product colorBlack
Audio & video
Focus systemAuto Focus

Questions about this item

Which focal-length range does this lens cover?

The zoom spans 17 to 55 millimetres, giving a 3.2× range from wide-angle to short telephoto on DX-format cameras.

What does the constant f/2.8 aperture mean when shooting?

The maximum aperture stays at f/2.8 throughout the zoom, so exposure and depth of field remain consistent from 17 to 55 millimetres.

What is the 35 mm equivalent angle of view?

On DX sensors the 17–55 mm range corresponds to roughly 25.5–85.5 mm in 35 mm terms, covering 79° down to 28° 50'.

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