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product_id: 1171965
title: "AF-S DX NIKKOR 16-85mm f/3.5-5.6G ED Vibration Reduction Zoom Lens with Auto Focus for Nikon DSLR Cameras"
brand: "nikon"
price: "R18566"
currency: ZAR
in_stock: true
category: "Nikon"
url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/1171965-af-s-dx-nikkor-16-85mm-f-3-5-5
store_origin: ZA
region: South Africa
---

# Vibration Reduction up to 4 stops 16-85mm versatile zoom range Silent Wave Motor autofocus AF-S DX NIKKOR 16-85mm f/3.5-5.6G ED Vibration Reduction Zoom Lens with Auto Focus for Nikon DSLR Cameras

**Brand:** nikon
**Price:** R18566
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 📸 Elevate your Nikon game with razor-sharp clarity and rock-solid stability!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** AF-S DX NIKKOR 16-85mm f/3.5-5.6G ED Vibration Reduction Zoom Lens with Auto Focus for Nikon DSLR Cameras by nikon
- **How much does it cost?** R18566 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/1171965-af-s-dx-nikkor-16-85mm-f-3-5-5)

## Best For

- nikon enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted nikon brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Bokeh That Pops:** Rounded 7-blade diaphragm creates smooth, professional-quality background blur that makes your subject stand out.
- • **Zoom Like a Pro:** Capture everything from sweeping landscapes to intimate portraits with a flexible 16-85mm focal range.
- • **Whisper-Quiet Focus:** Silent Wave Motor ensures ultra-quiet, lightning-fast autofocus for those candid moments.
- • **Steady Shots, Always:** Vibration Reduction technology lets you shoot handheld at up to 4 stops slower shutter speeds—no tripod needed.
- • **Crystal Clear Imagery:** Two ED glass and three aspherical elements minimize chromatic aberration and distortions for razor-sharp photos.

## Overview

The Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 16-85mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR lens is a versatile zoom lens designed for Nikon DX-format DSLRs. Featuring a broad focal range ideal for wide-angle to medium telephoto shots, it incorporates advanced Vibration Reduction technology for up to 4 stops of shake compensation, and a Silent Wave Motor for fast, quiet autofocus. Enhanced with ED and aspherical glass elements plus Super Integrated Coating, it delivers sharp, vibrant images with minimal distortion. Compact and lightweight, it’s perfect for professionals and enthusiasts seeking flexibility and superior image quality in one lens.

## Description

Product description Nikon 16-85mm f/3.5-5.6G AF-S DX ED VR Nikkor Wide-Angle Telephoto Zoom Lens for Nikon DSLR Cameras (2178) desertcart.com The compact and highly versatile Nikon 16-85mm wide-angle-to-medium telephoto zoom lens is ideal for a broad range of shooting situations, from interiors and landscapes to portraits. The lens is equipped with Nikon's Vibration Reduction technology, which minimizes the effects of camera shake. This allows handheld shooting at up to four shutter speeds slower than would otherwise be possible, producing dramatically sharper images at distance. The lens also offers two extra-low-dispersion (ED) glass elements, which minimize chromatic aberration to produce superior sharpness and color correction, and three aspherical lens elements, which virtually eliminate coma effects and other flaws, even when used at the widest aperture. And photojournalists will love the exclusive Nikon Silent Wave Motor (SWM), which facilitates accurate, high-speed, ultra-quiet autofocusing. Other features include a Super Integrated Coating (SIC) that offers superior color performance and reduced ghosting and flare; a closest focusing distance of 1.3 feet throughout the entire zoom range; a rounded seven-blade diaphragm that improves the appearance of out-of-focus image elements; and a one-year warranty. Specifications Focal length: 16 to 85mm Maximum aperture: f/3.5 to f/5.6 Zoom ratio: 5.3x Minimum aperture: f/22 to f/36 AF-S Silent Wave Motor: Yes Vibration Reduction: Yes Minimum focus distance: 1.3 feet Maximum angle of view: 83 degrees Dimensions: 2.8 inches in diameter and 3.4 inches long Weight: 17.1 ounces Warranty: 1 year

## Features

- AF-S DX Nikkor 16 to 85 millimeter f/3.5-5.6G ED VR lens
- Focal Length Range : 16 to 85 millimeter, Minimum Focus Distance : 1.3 feet ( 0.38 meter)
- Designed for use with Nikon DX digital SLR cameras, including the D40, D60, D80, D90, and D300
- 24 to 128 millimeter effective focal length for APS-C sensor cameras
- Vibration reduction allows in focus shots with longer exposure times (up to four shutter speeds slower), Ideal for wide angle shots and portraiture

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0013A1XDE |
| Best Sellers Rank | #533 in SLR Camera Lenses |
| Brand | Nikon |
| Built-In Media | AF-S DX NIKKOR 16-85mm f/3.5-5.6G ED Vibration Reduction Zoom Lens for Nikon DSLR Cameras, CL-1015 Soft Case, HB-39 Bayonet Lens Hood, LC-67 Snap-on Front Lens Cap, LF-4 Rear Lens Cap |
| Camera Lens | Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 16-85mm f/3.5-5.6G ED Vibration Reduction Zoom Lens with Auto Focus for Nikon DSLR Cameras |
| Color | black |
| Compatible Camera Mount | Nikon F (DX) |
| Compatible Devices | DSLR Camera |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (418) |
| Exposure Control Type | Automatic, Manual |
| Focal Length Description | 16-85 millimeters |
| Focus Type | Ultrasonic |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00182080217896 |
| Image stabilization | Vibration reduction (VR II) up to 4 stops |
| Item Part Number | JAA800DA |
| Item Weight | 485 g |
| Lens | Standard |
| Lens Coating Description | BBAR Coating |
| Lens Design | Zoom |
| Lens Fixed Focal Length | 8.5 centimeters |
| Lens Mount | Nikon F |
| Manufacturer | Nikon |
| Manufacturer Part Number | JAA800DA |
| Maximum Aperture | 5.6 f_stop |
| Maximum Focal Length | 12.8 centimeters |
| Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/16 second |
| Media Type | ProductImage |
| Minimum Aperture | 36 |
| Minimum Focal Length | 24 millimeters |
| Model Name | 2178 |
| Model Number | 2178 |
| Number of Diaphragm Blades | 7 |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Photo Filter Size | 6.7 centimeters |
| Screen Size | 3.4 inches |
| UPC | 182080217896 018208021789 |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Video Capture Format | MOV, MP4 |
| Video Capture Resolution | 1080p |
| Viewfinder Type | Optical viewfinder |
| Water Resistance Level | Not Water Resistant |
| Zoom Ratio | 1:5.3 |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Nikon
- **Compatible Mountings:** Nikon F (DX)
- **Focal Length Description:** 16-85 millimeters
- **Lens Type:** Standard

## Images

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*Last updated: 2026-08-24*