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

Nikon DX, APS-C / DX
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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

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 f/
Min. aperture
2.80 f/
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 %
  • 2.7artisans
    0.4 %
  • 2.Nikon
    0.4 %
  • 2.Sony
    0.4 %
  • 5.OM System
    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
  • 4.Sigma
    4 days
  • 5.Sony
    7 days
  • 6.Nikon
    8 days
  • 7.Tamron
    11 days
  • 8.Fujifilm
    12 days

Return rate

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

Source: Digitec Galaxus
  • 1.Olympus
    3.5 %
  • 2.Nikon
    5.1 %
  • 3.Canon
    5.3 %
  • 3.Fujifilm
    5.3 %
  • 5.Panasonic
    5.5 %
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.