Nikon AF-S Nikkor 17-55mm f/2.8 G IF-ED DX

Nikon DX, APS-C / DX
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Test reportsVery good based on 2 tests
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Product details

Professional, flexible standard zoom Nikkor for digital Nikon DSLR cameras. It combines a 3.2x zoom with a constant aperture of f/2.8 and fast autofocus thanks to the Silent Wave Motor. The optics are specifically designed for the DX image format of Nikon's digital DSLRs, with a focal length range equivalent to a 25.5-82.5mm zoom on a full-frame camera.

Key specifications

Sensor compatibility
APS-C / DX
Weight
755 g
Focus type
Autofocus, Manual focus
Lens type
Normal Lens, Zoom
Bayonet lens mount
Nikon DX
Focal length
17 - 55 mm
Documents
Manual.pdf
Item number
203742

General information

Manufacturer
Nikon
Category
Lenses
Manufacturer no.
JAA788DA
Release date
20.1.2004
External links
Manufacturer's site (en), Specifications (en)

Colour

Colour
Black

Focusing

Minimum focus distance
0.36 m

Camera lens properties

Lens type
Normal Lens, Zoom
Bayonet lens mount
Nikon DX
Aperture
22 
Min. aperture
2.80 
Min. focal length (exact)
17 mm
Max. Focal length (exact)
55 mm
Focal length
17 - 55 mm
Sensor compatibility
APS-C / DX
Number of diaphragm blades
9 x
Filter thread
77 mm
Number of lenses
14
Number of lens groups
10
Lens equipment
Fixed front lens, Internal focusing, Zoom function
Optical zoom
3.20 x
Focus type
Autofocus, Manual focus

Voluntary climate contribution

CO₂-Emission
Climate contribution

Scope of delivery

Scope of delivery
Lens hood, Protective case

Product dimensions

Weight
755 g
Length
110.50 mm
Diameter
85.50 mm

Package dimensions

Length
12.40 cm
Width
12.20 cm
Height
26.20 cm
Weight
1.18 kg

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Warranty score

How often does a product of this brand in the «Lenses» category have a defect within the first 24 months?

Source: Digitec Galaxus
  • 1.Canon
    0.3 %
  • 2.Nikon
    0.4 %
  • 2.Sony
    0.4 %
  • 4.OM System
    0.5 %
  • 4.Panasonic
    0.5 %

Warranty case duration

How many working days on average does it take to process a warranty claim from when it arrives at the service centre until it’s back with the customer?

Source: Digitec Galaxus
  • 3.Sigma
    4 days
  • 4.Sony
    7 days
  • 5.Nikon
    9 days
  • 6.Fujifilm
    13 days
  • 7.Tamron
    16 days

Return rate

How often is a product of this brand in the «Lenses» category returned?

Source: Digitec Galaxus
  • 2.Canon
    5.1 %
  • 2.Fujifilm
    5.1 %
  • 4.Nikon
    5.5 %
  • 5.Sony
    5.6 %
  • 6.Sigma
    5.8 %
Source: Digitec Galaxus

Overall ratingVery good86/100
Good79/100
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Rank 2 out of 5Foto PraxisKit-Alternativen im TestReleaseJanuary 2012

Hochwertiges Objektiv, schwer und stabil verarbeitet, im Vergleich aber sehr teuer, nur für Profis empfehlenswert.

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Very good92/100
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DigitalPhotoSingle testReleaseJune 2011

Der lichtstarke Standardzoomer von Nikon zeigt sich auflösungsfreudig und bleibt dabei frei von Verzeichnungen und Randabschattung. Die gute Abbildungsleistung rechtfertigt den hohen Preis.