Versatile 10.7x zoom lens with ED glass and VR II image stabilization Versatile zoom lens offers a broad focal length range that’s perfect for travel, landscapes, portraits and distant subjects.

Nikon VR II (Vibration Reduction) Image Stabilization Vibration Reduction, engineered specifically for each VR NIKKOR lens, enables handheld shooting at up to 4 shutter speeds slower than would otherwise be possible, assuring dramatically sharper still images and video capture.

3 Aspherical Lens Elements Virtually eliminates coma and other aberrations, even at wide apertures.

M/A Focus Mode Switch Enables quick changes between manual and autofocus operation.

Nikon Super Integrated Coating (SIC) Enhances light transmission efficiency and offers superior color consistency and reduced flare.

Focus to 18 inches at any focal length Extends versatility

Optimized for edge to edge sharpness on both FX and DX-format D-SLRs DX-format D-SLR angle of view is equivalent to a focal length of 42-450mm in FX/35mm format.

2 Extra-low Dispersion (ED) Elements Offers superior sharpness and color correction by effectively minimizing chromatic aberration, even at the widest aperture settings.

Exclusive Nikon Silent Wave Motor (SWM) Enables fast, accurate and quiet autofocus.

Internal Focus (IF) Provides fast and quiet autofocus without changing the length of the lens, retaining working distance throughout the focus range.

Zoom Lock Switch Secures the lens barrel at its minimum focal length preventing the lens from extending during transport.

Rounded 9-Blade Diaphragm Renders more natural appearance of out-of-focus image areas.