Nikon Nikkor AF 28-80mm f/3.3-5.6 G Lens
The Nikon 28-80mm f/3.3-5.6 G is a 28–80mm f/3.3 lens designed for Nikon F mount cameras. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
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Lens Overview — Nikon 28-80mm f/3.3-5.6 G
Key Features — Nikon 28-80mm f/3.3-5.6 G
28–80mm Zoom Range: Covers wide-angle through short-telephoto in a single lens, suitable for street, travel, and casual portrait work.
Nikon F Mount: Compatible with the full range of Nikon F-mount DSLR bodies, both film and digital.
Full-Frame Coverage: Projects an image circle that covers a 35mm full-frame sensor with no vignetting.
f/3.3 Maximum Aperture: Opens to f/3.3 at the wide end, providing reasonable light intake for a compact zoom in its class.
265g Lightweight Build: At just 265 grams, the lens adds minimal weight to a camera bag, making it practical for all-day carry.
Auto and Manual Focus: Supports both autofocus and manual focus modes, allowing precise control when needed.
Lens Specifications — Nikon 28-80mm f/3.3-5.6 G
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Travel, Portrait, Street |
| Lens Type | Zoom |
| Format | Full Frame |
| Zoom/Prime | Zoom |
| Focal Length | 28–80mm |
| Maximum Aperture | f/3.3 |
| Camera System | DSLR |
| Lens Mount | Nikon F |
| Autofocus | Yes |
| Focus Type | Auto, Manual |
| Image Stabilization | None |
| Filter Thread | 58mm |
Description — Nikon 28-80mm f/3.3-5.6 G
The Nikon Nikkor AF 28-80mm f/3.3-5.6 G is a full-frame standard zoom lens designed for Nikon F-mount DSLR cameras. Its 28–80mm focal length range covers wide-angle through short-telephoto perspectives, making it a practical companion for travel, street, and everyday photography. The lens opens to a maximum aperture of f/3.3 at the wide end, transitioning to f/5.6 at 80mm.
Weighing in at just 265g, it stays light in hand and in the bag. A 58mm filter thread gives you access to a broad range of widely available filter accessories. The lens supports both autofocus and manual focus, offering flexibility depending on the shooting scenario.
Note that this lens has no image stabilization, so steady shooting technique is important, particularly at longer focal lengths or in lower light conditions.
Pros — Nikon 28-80mm f/3.3-5.6 G
- ✓Lightweight at 265g — easy to carry for extended shoots
- ✓Full-frame coverage on any Nikon F-mount DSLR body
- ✓Versatile 28–80mm focal length range suits wide to short-telephoto work
Cons — Nikon 28-80mm f/3.3-5.6 G
- ✗No image stabilization, which can be limiting in low-light or handheld situations
- ✗Variable aperture of f/3.3–5.6 means reduced light at longer focal lengths
- ✗Maximum aperture of f/5.6 at 80mm is fairly restrictive for subject separation or dim environments
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