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Nikon AF-S Nikkor 28-70mm f/2.8 ED-IF

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Nikon AF-S Nikkor 28-70mm f/2.8 ED-IF

Focal length
28–70 mm
Aperture
f/2.8
Weight
935 g
Filter diameter
77 mm
Min. focus distance
70 cm
Length
121.5 mm
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At a Glance

The 28-70 mm is a standard zoom for Nikon F-mount full frame with a constant f/2.8 aperture. It has no stabilizer. The minimum focus distance is 70 cm, and the weight is 935 g. The wide aperture suits everyday work, travel and events.

Good for

  • Everyday
  • Travel
  • Events

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Technical Specifications

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Min. focal length
28 mm
Max. focal length
70 mm
Max. aperture (min. zoom)
f/2.8
Max. aperture (max. zoom)
f/2.8
Min. aperture
f/22
Elements
15
Groups
11
Weight
935 g (2.06 lb)
Filter diameter
77 mm
Min. focus distance
70 cm (27.56 in)
Max. magnification
1:8.3 (0.12×)
Length
121.5 mm (4.78 in)
Diameter
88.5 mm (3.48 in)

Manufacturer data: nikonusa.com

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

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Which cameras does the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 28-70mm f/2.8 ED-IF fit?

The Nikon AF-S Nikkor 28-70mm f/2.8 ED-IF is a full-frame lens for Nikon F-Mount cameras. On full-frame bodies it uses the whole sensor; on APS-C Nikon F-Mount cameras its field of view equals 42-105 mm in full-frame terms.

Nikon F-Mount cameras

Full frame:
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 Nikkor 28-70mm f/2.8 ED-IF compared

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

LensNikon AF-S Nikkor 28-70mm f/2.8 ED-IFTamron AF 28-75mm F/2.8 XR Di LD Aspherical (IF)Nikon AF-S Nikkor 24-70mm F2.8E ED VRNikon AF-S Nikkor 24-70mm f/2.8G ED
Focal length28-70 mm28-75 mm24-70 mm24-70 mm
Max. aperturef/2.8f/2.8f/2.8f/2.8
Weight935 g510 g1,070 g900 g
Filter diameter77 mm67 mm82 mm77 mm
Min. focus distance70 cm33 cm38 cm38 cm
Length121.5 mm92 mm154.5 mm133 mm
Autofocusyesyesyesyes
Image stabilizationnonoyesno
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Nikon AF-S Nikkor 28-70mm f/2.8 ED-IF: FAQ

Does the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 28-70mm f/2.8 ED-IF have autofocus?

Yes, the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 28-70mm f/2.8 ED-IF has autofocus.

Does the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 28-70mm f/2.8 ED-IF have image stabilization?

No, the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 28-70mm f/2.8 ED-IF has no stabilization of its own. On cameras with in-body image stabilization (IBIS) the image is still stabilized.

How much does the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 28-70mm f/2.8 ED-IF weigh?

The Nikon AF-S Nikkor 28-70mm f/2.8 ED-IF weighs 935 g. It is 121.5 mm long with a diameter of 88.5 mm.

What filter size does the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 28-70mm f/2.8 ED-IF use?

The Nikon AF-S Nikkor 28-70mm f/2.8 ED-IF takes 77 mm screw-in filters.

How close can the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 28-70mm f/2.8 ED-IF focus?

The minimum focus distance of the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 28-70mm f/2.8 ED-IF is 70 cm, measured from the sensor plane.

Is the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 28-70mm f/2.8 ED-IF a full-frame lens?

Yes, the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 28-70mm f/2.8 ED-IF covers full frame. On APS-C cameras its field of view equals 42-105 mm in full-frame terms.

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