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Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 16-85mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR

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Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 16-85mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR

Focal length
16–85 mm
Aperture
f/3.5–5.6
Weight
485 g
Filter diameter
67 mm
Min. focus distance
38 cm
Length
85 mm
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At a Glance

This zoom for APS-C Nikon F-mount covers 24-128 mm full-frame equivalent, from wide angle to short telephoto. It has an optical stabilizer, ED glass and aspherical elements. With an aperture of f/3.5-5.6 and a weight of 485 g, it focuses down to 38 cm. It suits everyday shooting and travel.

Good for

  • Everyday
  • Travel

Worth knowing

  • APS-C image circle: on full-frame cameras only usable in crop mode, at reduced resolution.

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Technical Specifications

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Min. focal length
16 mm
Max. focal length
85 mm
Max. aperture (min. zoom)
f/3.5
Max. aperture (max. zoom)
f/5.6
Min. aperture
f/22
Elements
17
Groups
11
Weight
485 g (1.07 lb)
Filter diameter
67 mm
Min. focus distance
38 cm (entire zoom range)
Max. magnification
1:4.5 (0.22×)
Length
85 mm (3.35 in)
Diameter
72 mm (2.83 in)
Released
February 2008

Manufacturer data: nikonusa.com, nikon.com

Last checked: October 13, 2026 (against the manufacturer data) · How we check

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Which cameras does the Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 16-85mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR fit?

The Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 16-85mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR is designed for APS-C sensors. On APS-C Nikon F-Mount cameras its field of view equals 24-128 mm in full-frame terms. Full-frame bodies use it in APS-C (crop) mode, recording only part of the sensor and fewer megapixels.

Nikon F-Mount cameras

Full frame (in APS-C mode):
Nikon D6,Nikon D780,Nikon D850,Nikon D5,Nikon D810A,Nikon D4S,Nikon D810,Nikon D750,Nikon Df,Nikon D610,Nikon D4,Nikon D800,Nikon D800E,Nikon D600,Nikon D3S,Nikon D3X,Nikon D700
APS-C:
Nikon D3500,Nikon D7500,Nikon D500,Nikon D3400,Nikon D5600,Nikon D5500,Nikon D7200,Nikon D3300,Nikon D7100,Nikon D5300,Nikon D3200,Nikon D5200,Nikon D5100,Nikon D7000,Nikon D3100,Nikon D300S,Nikon D5000,Nikon D3000,Nikon D90,Nikon D60

With the Nikon FTZ II / FTZ the lens can also be used on Nikon Z (DX/FX) cameras.

Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 16-85mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR compared

Key specs side by side with the most similar Nikon F-Mount lenses.

LensNikon AF-S DX Nikkor 16-85mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VRNikon AF-S DX Nikkor 16-80mm F2.8-4E ED VRNikon AF-S DX Nikkor 18-70mm f/3.5-4.5G ED-IFNikon AF-S DX Nikkor 18-105mm F3.5-5.6G ED VR
Focal length16-85 mm16-80 mm18-70 mm18-105 mm
Max. aperturef/3.5-5.6f/2.8-4f/3.5-4.5f/3.5-5.6
Weight485 g480 g390 g420 g
Filter diameter67 mm72 mm67 mm67 mm
Min. focus distance38 cm35 cm38 cm45 cm
Length85 mm85.5 mm75.5 mm89 mm
Autofocusyesyesyesyes
Image stabilizationyesyesnoyes
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Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 16-85mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR: FAQ

Does the Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 16-85mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR have autofocus?

Yes, the Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 16-85mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR has autofocus.

Does the Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 16-85mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR have image stabilization?

Yes, the Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 16-85mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR has optical image stabilization.

How much does the Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 16-85mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR weigh?

The Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 16-85mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR weighs 485 g. It is 85 mm long with a diameter of 72 mm.

What filter size does the Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 16-85mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR use?

The Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 16-85mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR takes 67 mm screw-in filters.

How close can the Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 16-85mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR focus?

The minimum focus distance of the Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 16-85mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR is 38 cm, measured from the sensor plane.

Is the Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 16-85mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR a full-frame lens?

No, the Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 16-85mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR is an APS-C lens. On APS-C cameras its field of view equals 24-128 mm in full-frame terms.

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