Nikon 17-55mm f/2.8G ED-IF AF-S DX Nikkor Zoom Lens Description and Reviews.

M/A mode
AF-S Nikkors feature Nikon's exclusive M/A mode, that allows switching from autofocus to manual operation with virtually no time lag--even during AF servo operation and regardless of AF mode in use.

DX Nikkor
Compact and lightweight DX Nikkor lenses featuring a smaller image circle are specially designed and optimized for Nikon D2-series, D1-series, D100, and D70s/D70 digital SLR cameras. These are ideal options for landscape photographers and others who need to shoot expansive scenes with Nikon DX-Format digital SLRs. Note: We do not recommend use of DX Nikkor with 35mm (135) or IX240 format cameras.

What's in the Box:
Lens, 77mm snap-on front lens cap LC-77, rear lens cap LF-1, flexible lens pouch CL-1120, bayonet hood HB-31.

Product Description
3.2x zoom -- equivalent to 25.5mm to 85.5mm in 35mm format / f/2.8 brightness throughout zoom range Exclusive Silent Wave Motor enables ultra-high-speed autofocus with exceptional accuracy and super-quiet operation D-type design provides precise distance information for flash and ambient light exposure processes Fully compatible with D1, D1X, D1H, D2H and D100 Includes HB31 flower hood & CL1120 case ________________________________________________________________

Product Reviews:

Best lens you can buy for a Nikon DSLR, March 30, 2006
Reviewer: Mr Photo

I just got one of these. I have to say it is the best lens and focal length you can buy for a Nikon DSLR like the D70/D200/D2X etc. It's not too big and built extremely well. It replaced my Nikon 18-70mm zoom. I love the f/2.8 aperture. Great for blurred backgrounds. You can't go wrong with this lens. Forget about the older Nikon 28-70mm f/2.8.
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One of Nikons best lenses, March 17, 2006
Reviewer: J. Paull

This lens is ultra fast, ultra sharp and one of the best lenses that Nikon makes. It's heavy the first time you use it but once you get used to it you no longer notice it. Great lens, highly reccomended.
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Really great lens!, January 23, 2006
Reviewer: J. Mallery

This is the lens on my D2X most of the time.
Very sharp, quick focusing, solidly built, a joy to use.
Recommended!
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A great lens for Nikon digital SLRs, December 27, 2005
Reviewer: Ben

This is a great lens for photojournalism, weddings and general photography. I've not had the opportunity to shoot landscapes with mine yet but I expect it to excel in that aspect as well. Wide open, the lens is very sharp - When opening images in Adobe photoshop, there is often no need for sharpening.

The lens balances well on my Nikon D70, and is very comfortable to use - the zoom and focus rings are adquately sized and have a nice consistent resistance throughout their respective ranges. Additionally, the lens focuses very close (about a foot from the subject), allowing a lot of creative flexibility.

I purchased this lens as an upgrade to the D70 kit lens (18-70 f/3.5-4.5) and can honestly say it was worth it. I shot a low light wedding (my first) with this lens and an 85 1.8 and found the 17-55 indispensible.

The fast 2.8 aperture is great for low light while the 17mm end (appears similar to a 27mm on film) allows for a much wider angle than comparable 28-7x lenses. I've heard of sample variation, but have had no problems with mine. Highly recommended.

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