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Black Nikon DX zoom lens barrel with hood, plus filter kit, cap keeper and cleaning kit

Nikon Inc

Nikon AF-S DX Zoom-NIKKOR 17-55mm f/2.8G IF-ED Lens (2147) Bundle camera lens

SKU CH-R287-2AKJC

A constant f/2.8 DX zoom covering 17-55mm (25.5-82.5mm equivalent) with aspherical and ED glass, plus a filter kit, cap keeper and cleaning kit

  • Product typeZoom Lens
  • Compatible withMirrorless Camera
  • Product colorBlack
  • Key featuresInterchangeable Lenses
  • Constant f/2.8 aperture excels in low light and depth control
  • Three aspherical elements minimise spherical aberration and distortion
  • Three extra-low dispersion elements reduce colour fringing and chromatic aberration
  • Super Integrated Coating suppresses flare and ghosting for better contrast
  • Silent Wave Motor delivers swift, precise autofocus with full-time manual override

Bundle Contents

This bundle supplies a Nikon AF-S DX Zoom-NIKKOR 17-55mm f/2.8G IF-ED lens alongside a 3-piece filter kit, lens cap keeper and cleaning kit. The lens covers a 17-55mm focal range with a constant f/2.8 maximum aperture. It is designed for DX-format cameras and suits photographers who want a versatile zoom for everyday and low-light shooting.

Build Integration

The lens uses a 77mm filter thread so the included filter kit attaches directly without step rings. Its Silent Wave Motor drives autofocus while allowing full-time manual override, and the internal focusing design keeps the barrel length constant during zooming. The bundle adds protection and maintenance tools that reduce the need for separate accessory purchases.

Capacity and Headroom

The constant f/2.8 aperture maintains exposure control across the 17-55mm zoom range, and the 25.5-82.5mm equivalent field of view handles wide scenes through to short telephoto. Three aspherical and three extra-low dispersion elements suppress aberrations throughout the range. Photographers needing longer reach or full-frame coverage will find the DX design limiting.

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Price $612.99
Pricier than about 56% of the 2,570 comparable items (median $546.49).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameNikon
Model nameNikon AF-S DX Zoom-NIKKOR 17-55 mm f/2.8G IF-ED
Product typeZoom Lens
Product colorBlack
Compatibility
Compatible withMirrorless Camera

Questions about this item

How does the f/2.8 constant aperture hold up during extended indoor shoots?

The bright f/2.8 maximum aperture maintains consistent exposure throughout the 17-55 mm zoom range, allowing reliable low-light performance and depth-of-field control during long sessions.

Does the Silent Wave Motor stay quiet and cool when focusing continuously for video?

The Silent Wave Motor delivers swift, precise autofocus with full-time manual override, designed for smooth, quiet operation during extended video recording.

Which camera bodies mount directly to this DX lens without an adapter?

The lens uses the Nikon F mount in DX format, so it attaches natively to Nikon DX and FX DSLR bodies; mirrorless Z-series cameras require the FTZ adapter.

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