Customer Reviews for Nikon Inc. AF-S Zoom-Nikkor 17-35mm f/2.8D IF-ED
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Nikon Inc. AF-S Zoom-Nikkor 17-35mm f/2.8D IF-ED
High-performance, ultra-wide-angle zoom lens, perfect for candid photography and news photojournalism in challenging lighting conditions.
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Customer Reviews for AF-S Zoom-Nikkor 17-35mm f/2.8D IF-ED
Review 1 for AF-S Zoom-Nikkor 17-35mm f/2.8D IF-ED
Overall rating
General professional walk-around lens
PostedMay 25, 2013
kursatkarabulut
Location Ankara/Ankara Province, Turkey
Age 25-34
Favorite Subject Landscape
Nikon Family 6-10 years
Experience More than a year
Role Serious passion, hobbyist
I bought this lens a year ago and it's pretty useful in landscapes, street photography and indoor shoots. Unlike 16-35 vignetting and distortion does not bother much, and can be easily corrected in Photoshop. I use a D800 and I've seen some comments that this lens is not sharp which I don't agree. If you want a general professional walk-around lens this one is yours.
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Review 2 for AF-S Zoom-Nikkor 17-35mm f/2.8D IF-ED
Overall rating
An ideal wide angle zoom.
PostedJanuary 21, 2013
JMAN
Age 18-24
Favorite Subject Landscape
Nikon Family 6-10 years
Experience 3-6 months
Role Serious passion, hobbyist
I have been using this lens for a couple months now, and it has served me well. The Images are crisp and I have not seem much vignetting. Although the corners might be slightly soft it hasn't really been an issue for me. I love using the lens with filters, especially my 9 stop grad for artistic landscapes. There are a few things worth mentioning here though. For one there is a bit of chromatic aberrations even at higher f stops(although correctable in lightroom). My other gripe is the auto focus. There is a bit of a high pitched sound unlike other AF-S lenses, which are dead silent. My overall opinion is it is a great lens that will see a lot of use on my camera.
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+1point
Review 3 for AF-S Zoom-Nikkor 17-35mm f/2.8D IF-ED
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An oldie but (very) goodie!
PostedAugust 15, 2012
Longstanding Nikon enthusiast
Location Litchfield County, CT, USA
Age Over 65
Favorite Subject Travel
Nikon Family 21+ years
Experience More than 10 years
Role Serious passion, hobbyist
One of Nikon's stellar lenses (like the 24-70mm f/2.8, 70-200mm f/2.8): sharp and f/2.8 thru its focal-length range, with very solid build. Excellent near-extreme wide-angle lens for FX bodies (film or digital) and even a fine wide-to-normal zoom in DX format. Despite its age, this design's image quality remains competitive with that of the newest products (eg, 16-35mm f/4 VR).
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+5points
Review 4 for AF-S Zoom-Nikkor 17-35mm f/2.8D IF-ED
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PostedOctober 6, 2011
millimus
Location NJ
Age 45-54
Favorite Subject Landscape
Nikon Family 21+ years
Experience More than a year
Role Professional photographer
I've had this lens for several years now I purchased it from another photographer who probably wishes he had never sold it.
It's built like a tank, I had it serviced by Nikon and it has served me well. Originally built for film cameras today still every bit as viable. Good glass is good glass. Love this lens!
It's built like a tank, I had it serviced by Nikon and it has served me well. Originally built for film cameras today still every bit as viable. Good glass is good glass. Love this lens!
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+11points
Review 5 for AF-S Zoom-Nikkor 17-35mm f/2.8D IF-ED
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A must have lens for serious photographers
PostedJuly 20, 2011
d.edwards photography
This lens is a must for wide angle views encountered with interior photos, portrait, and general landscape photography especially if lighting is difficult.
Weight should not be a disadvantage with respect to this lens as it is extremely well balanced on most bodies.
The clarity and detail from this lens is stunning
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+13points
Review 6 for AF-S Zoom-Nikkor 17-35mm f/2.8D IF-ED
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Superb Interiors using Nikon's best glass
PostedJune 12, 2011
TheLondonPhotographer
Location London
Age 45-54
Favorite Subject Sports
Nikon Family 21+ years
Experience More than 20 years
Role Professional photographer
I have been shooting prestige interiors (Roomsets and SuperYatchs) for over 24 years and have always had Nikon in my bag. I consider one of the best lenses Nikon has ever produced is the 17-35 ƒ2.8. As a Pro Photographer, I have 3 Nikon D3's one which is attached permanently to the 17-35 since new, its never been taken off ! The glass in the lens is nothing more than stunning. For people who understand optics the density of the glass is all important. This lens is heavy make not mistake about it (due to the 2x high density ED elements) and the chassis will last forever. My work has been used at the London Boat Show to poster size panels of over 10meters and the glass gives amazing edge-to-edge sharpness with rich true-tonal graduations. The lens designs gives very little barrel or pin-cushion effect. I think I will never change this piece of gear. Its the perfect choice for optimum quality and durability.
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+22points
Review 7 for AF-S Zoom-Nikkor 17-35mm f/2.8D IF-ED
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Architectural quality zoom from the film days
PostedApril 16, 2011
Britographer
Location Texas, USA
Age 45-54
Favorite Subject Nature
Nikon Family 21+ years
Experience More than 10 years
Role Professional photographer
I shoot a lot of architectural subjects, and this lens has seen a lot of buildings. It stays in my kit today with my digital bodies. It has a fast constant aperture, zoom range from ultra-wide 17mm to moderate-wide 35mm, and has very low distortion. I used this lens extensively on my F5 film camera, and today use it on all my digital bodies, including the D3 and D3X. I think it holds up well with the transition to digital sensors. It also is a great choice for shooting events/weddings because of the fast aperture.
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+9points
Review 8 for AF-S Zoom-Nikkor 17-35mm f/2.8D IF-ED
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This zoom lens is fast and sharp.
PostedApril 15, 2011
Terost
Location Clearwater, FL
Age 55-65
Favorite Subject Landscape
Nikon Family 21+ years
Experience More than 10 years
Role Semi-professional photographer
This is my "normal" lens. It works great with the FX series digital cameras and film too. It has an amazing definition and sharpness. This lens also has a low level of barrel distortion. I know a photographer who has a 14-24mm zoom and he told me that it is an excellent lens but has limited uses. The 17-35mm has more range.
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+3points
Review 9 for AF-S Zoom-Nikkor 17-35mm f/2.8D IF-ED
Overall rating
Fast and crisp
PostedApril 14, 2011
Mike
The pictures are very sharp and the low light capability on a D700 is fantastic.
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Review 10 for AF-S Zoom-Nikkor 17-35mm f/2.8D IF-ED
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Excellent everyday lens - has become my favorite
PostedApril 14, 2011
CK
Location Converse, TX
Age 55-65
Favorite Subject Landscape
Nikon Family 6-10 years
Experience Less than a month
Role Serious passion, hobbyist
I purchased this lens while waiting for the follow-on to the D700. I am using it a my old D50 in the mean time. The lens has a solid well built feeling. It's weight is not a problem because the lens is very nicely balanced. Focusing is fast and quiet. The biggest surprised was with close-ups. I shot some amazing close-ups in my rose garden. At a birthday party the 17-35 mm range worked well in a crowded kitchen with a glaring back light enabling me to take excellent photos in tight spots. I compared the bokeh of the F2.8 v my Nikkor 50 mm F1.4 Prime. For portraits the F1.4 was the winner but for all-round photography in close quarters this lens is hard to beat. I will give it a real workout in April 2012 during a trip to a remote area in the Far East.
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+8points
Review 11 for AF-S Zoom-Nikkor 17-35mm f/2.8D IF-ED
Overall rating
Exceptional lens
PostedApril 14, 2011
John T
Age Over 65
Favorite Subject Landscape
Nikon Family 21+ years
Experience More than a year
Role Semi-professional photographer
This is an exceptional lens. Clear, sharp with incredible detail from corner to corner and edge to edge. Great depth of field performance, well protected from the elements and excellent contrast from side to side. It is a little heavy but on a tripod there is no problem. Standard 77 mm filter size. I have been using the lens to stitch together large panorama. The lens performs exceptionally well.
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Review 12 for AF-S Zoom-Nikkor 17-35mm f/2.8D IF-ED
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The Nikkor 17-35 "a must have" lens
PostedApril 14, 2011
getphoto
Location Williams Lake, B.C. Canada
Age 45-54
Favorite Subject Nature
Nikon Family 21+ years
Experience More than a year
Role Semi-professional photographer
Last year when I purchased a D-700, I needed to replace/upgrade from a couple of DX lenses. I chose the AF-S Zoom-NIKKOR 17-35mm f/2.8D IF-ED to be the first. I am absolutley impressed. A year has passed and the more I use this lens the more I smile as I generate images that were previously out of my reach.
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Review 13 for AF-S Zoom-Nikkor 17-35mm f/2.8D IF-ED
Overall rating
Built like a tank
PostedApril 14, 2011
BookemDanno
Location Vancouver, BC
Age 45-54
Favorite Subject Family & Friends
Nikon Family 11-20 years
Experience More than a year
Role Serious passion, hobbyist
A solid, dependable lens. Performs well at all focal lengths. Very close focusing. Moderately good bokeh at closest focus distance; gets better & smoother at further focus distance. A heavy beast, but weight has never really been an issue and it helps balance the camera.
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Review 14 for AF-S Zoom-Nikkor 17-35mm f/2.8D IF-ED
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One of my 3 prime lenses
PostedFebruary 25, 2011
edthefed
Location Bowie, MD
Age 55-65
Favorite Subject Landscape
Nikon Family 21+ years
Experience More than a year
Role Semi-professional photographer
I bought the lens for my F100 and I now use it on my D3. It has a wonderful zoom range which makes it useful in numerous situations both interior and for landscapes. Sharp and quick to zoom I couldn't be without it. I've been shooting with Nikons for 33 years and this is one of my faves. The only drawback is the weight of the lens on the D3 makes for a heavyweight combination.
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Review 15 for AF-S Zoom-Nikkor 17-35mm f/2.8D IF-ED
Overall rating
Outstanding Lens
PostedFebruary 21, 2011
TESPhoto
Location Chicago, Illinois
Age 55-65
Favorite Subject Landscape
Nikon Family 21+ years
Experience More than a year
Role Professional photographer
This lens exemplifies Nikon's reputation for quality optics. Solidly built and sharp throughout the zoom range, this 'glass' should be in every landscape photographer's bag. I used this lens extensively this past fall when visiting Yosemite. The prints are spectacular and adorn the walls in my home. Pricey?...yes but worth every penny!
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Review 16 for AF-S Zoom-Nikkor 17-35mm f/2.8D IF-ED
Overall rating
Excellent+
PostedNovember 21, 2010
ProPhotog
Location Long Island, NY
Age 45-54
Favorite Subject Portrait
Nikon Family 21+ years
Experience More than a year
Role Professional photographer
This lens never lets me down! Great in tight spaces, interiors, low light and gives impressively sharp results through the whole zoom range.
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Review 17 for AF-S Zoom-Nikkor 17-35mm f/2.8D IF-ED
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Film and Digital compatibility
PostedNovember 12, 2010
ExtremeWeatherPhotographer
Location Sharon, CT
Age 45-54
Experience More than a year
Role Professional photographer
I was using this lens on the F5 and F6 with great results. When assignments require digital only, which is 99% of them now, there is no need to sell this lens for fear of poor image quality on a digital body. I've produced images for architects, books, editorial and private contracts with 5 different digital cameras and every time the results were extremely sharp and color correct. This was taken on assignment and used for a travel story in a national newspaper. D80 body, 1/50th, f2.8 at 19mm.
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Review 18 for AF-S Zoom-Nikkor 17-35mm f/2.8D IF-ED
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My Landscape Lens
PostedSeptember 23, 2010
AielloPhoto
Location San Francisco Bay Area
Age 45-54
Favorite Subject Landscape
Nikon Family 6-10 years
Experience More than a year
Role Semi-professional photographer
This is my GO TO Lens for landscape and cityscape photography. This a great wide angle lens does everything a landscape photographer could hope for. I highly recommend this lens.
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Review 19 for AF-S Zoom-Nikkor 17-35mm f/2.8D IF-ED
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Sharp and contrasty, my everyday lens.
PostedAugust 15, 2010
D700 Fan
Location Jensen Beach, FL
Age 55-65
Favorite Subject Landscape
Nikon Family 21+ years
Experience 1-3 months
Role Semi-professional photographer
This is an excellent lens for landscapes, close ups or just walking around. Images are sharp and have plenty of contrast. My D700 has become my everyday camera and this quickly became my everyday lens for it. I kick myself for waiting so long to spring for it; don't wait to treat yourself to great glass!
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+9points
Review 20 for AF-S Zoom-Nikkor 17-35mm f/2.8D IF-ED
Overall rating
West Wide walkround
PostedAugust 7, 2010
KyoshiNikon
Location Los Angeles, CA
Age 18-24
Nikon Family 2-5 years
Experience 1-3 months
Role Semi-professional photographer
After trying this lens a year ago in my local camera store I knew I had to have it. About 2 months ago I purchased one and don't regret it in the slightest. As a street/art photographer is my prime shooter and stays on my camera almost 24-7. Not only is the zoom range good but it is sharp across the whole range and across all the f-stops. I prefer it much over the new 16-35 f/4 (although not a bad lens) in particular for the f/2.8 it carries and the sharpness at all zoom ranges...
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+7points