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Black Nikon DX zoom lens with silver focus and zoom rings, 72 mm filter thread

Nikon Inc

Nikon Inc 20055 AF-S DX NIKKOR 16-80mm f/2.8-4E ED VR camera lens

SKU CH-QHHF-39K6X MPN 20055

DX-format zoom covering 16-80mm with f/2.8-4 aperture, 4-stop VR, Nano Crystal Coat, fluorine coating and electromagnetic diaphragm

  • Part type or number20055
  • Diameter72 mm
  • Focus systemAuto Manual
  • Lens focal length16–80 mm
  • Lens apertureMaximum: f/2.8–4 Minimum: f/22–32
  • Product formatNikon DX
  • Versatile 16-80 mm zoom covers wide to telephoto scenes
  • Fast f/2.8-4 aperture gathers light for low-light shooting
  • Four stops of vibration reduction keep handheld shots sharp
  • Nano Crystal Coat and fluorine coating cut flare and repel dirt
  • Silent Wave Motor delivers quick, quiet autofocus with manual override

Versatile DX zoom for enthusiasts

The Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 16-80mm f/2.8-4E ED VR covers a 5x zoom range from 16 to 80 millimetres. It is built for DX-format cameras and delivers a 35mm-equivalent view of 24 to 120 millimetres. The lens suits photographers who want a single optic for wide landscapes, environmental portraits and distant sports action.

Optical stabilisation and electromagnetic diaphragm

Vibration Reduction provides up to four stops of shake correction for handheld low-light and telephoto work. The high-speed electromagnetic diaphragm ensures consistent exposure control during continuous shooting. A Silent Wave Motor drives fast, quiet autofocus with full-time manual override for precise adjustments.

Replaces multiple primes and slower zooms

This lens consolidates wide, normal and short-telephoto focal lengths into one compact barrel weighing less than many alternatives. The jump is worth it for shooters who need constant f/2.8 brightness at the wide end and ED glass correction across the range. Buyers who require faster telephoto apertures or full-frame coverage should look elsewhere.

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Price $827.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameNikon
Model name20055
Part type or number20055
Product typeZoom Lens
Product colorBlack
Audio & video
Focus systemAuto
Manual
Lens focal length16–80 mm
Lens apertureMaximum: f/2.8–4 Minimum: f/22–32
Lens mountNikon F
Viewing angle83–20 degrees
Closest focusing distance1.15'
Optical construction17 elements in 13 groups
StabilizationYes
Auto-focusYes
Size & build
Diameter72 mm
Filter thread size72 mm
Product dimensions3.1 in × 3.3 in (Diameter × Length)
Product weight16.1 oz
Shipping weight0.91 kg
Package size127 × 127 × 102 mm
Compatibility
Compatible withNikon
More details
Product formatNikon DX

Questions about this item

How do I attach the 72 mm filter thread correctly and avoid cross-threading?

Screw the filter on straight using light finger pressure until it seats; the 72 mm thread engages smoothly when aligned, so never force it.

Will the fluorine coat on the front and rear elements wear off and need reapplication?

The fluorine coat is a permanent surface treatment; it does not wear off under normal cleaning and never requires reapplication.

At what point does the variable aperture reach its smallest opening during a long exposure at 80 mm?

At 80 mm the aperture stops down to f/32, which is the minimum available at that focal length.

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