
Used Nikon AF-S 24-70mm f2.8E ED VR Lens
- 24-70mm
- Zoom
- Nikon F Mount
£899 Used · tested in Harrogate
Condition report
Checked in HarrogateLight signs of careful use, only visible up close. Optics and sensor clean.
How we grade
- Like new
- Little or no sign of use. Optics and sensor clean.
- Excellent
- Light signs of careful use, only visible up close. Optics and sensor clean.
- Very good
- Some light marks or wear from normal use. Nothing that affects how it works or its pictures.
- Good
- Clearly used, with visible wear. Works properly and takes good pictures.
- Fair
- Heavy signs of use, or a flaw described in our notes. Fully working, priced to match.
Every graded item is fully working and tested in our Harrogate shop. Any haze, fungus or marks on the glass are always written in the notes, and cap the grade at Fair.
- Testing
- Fully tested
- Warranty
- 12 months
- In the box
- Boxed
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The details
At a glance: Second-generation Nikon 24-70 f/2.8 standard zoom with VR (up to 4 stops) and E-type electromagnetic aperture.
About this lens
The Nikon AF-S 24-70mm f/2.8E ED VR is the second-generation professional standard zoom, released in 2015. It is the first Nikon F-mount 24-70 f/2.8 to include vibration reduction (up to 4 stops), along with an electromagnetic aperture diaphragm and revised optical design for improved edge sharpness.
Build & handling
| Image stabilisation | Yes - VR, up to 4 stops |
|---|---|
| Autofocus | AF-S internal focus motor (works on all Nikon DSLRs) |
| Minimum focus distance | 0.38m |
| Filter thread | 82mm |
| Weight | 1070g |
| Construction | Weather-sealed, fluorine-coated front element |
Works with
- Nikon F-mount full-frame (FX) and DX DSLRs - most recent bodies (D4/D810 onward) support the E-type aperture fully
- Older Nikon bodies (D200 and earlier) can mount the lens but lack E-aperture control
- Nikon Z-mount mirrorless via FTZ adapter - AF preserved
Best for
The workhorse professional standard zoom — covers wide-angle through short telephoto at a constant f/2.8 aperture, making it equally usable for events, reportage, weddings, and travel. Compatible with all Nikon F-mount DSLRs. Note: the electromagnetic (E) aperture means full compatibility requires a relatively recent body; older film and digital Nikons (D200 and earlier) can use the lens but without aperture control.
Frequently asked questions
Does this lens have image stabilisation?
Yes — VR, up to 4 stops.
Will it autofocus on entry-level Nikon DSLRs (D3xxx / D5xxx)?
Yes. The built-in AF-S silent-wave motor handles autofocus in-lens, so this works on every Nikon F-mount DSLR including entry-level bodies.
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