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

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

As an all-round lens for day to day shooting, this 16-85mm optic from Nikon offers a very good solution. The 16mm focal length provides a useful wide field of view, equivalent to a 24mm lens on a 35mm camera, which adds to the appeal of this lens.

As far as optical quality is concerned, this lens delivers, sharp contrasty images, especially at the 16mm end of the range. The added bonus of Vibration reduction and a silent wave focusing motor add to the value this lens offers.

	The Nikon 16-85mm f/3.5 ED VR lens delivers, sharp contrasty images, especially at the 16mm end of the range, with the added bonus of vibration reduction.

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

Very useful zoom range for general purpose photography
Vibration reduction
Very sharp at 16mm
Internal focusing

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

Drop off in resolution as the lens is zoomed (although the performance is still good)
Occasional squeaking from the focusing motor on the tested sample

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