Nikon 1 Nikkor VR 10-100mm f/4.5-5.6 PD-Zoom

1 Nikkor VR 10-100mm
f/4.5-5.6 PD-Zoom
Maker Nikon
Technical data
Type Zoom
Focal length 10-100mm
Crop factor 2.7
Aperture (max/min) f/4.5-16
Close focus distance 0.3-0.85m
Max. magnification 1:2.9
Diaphragm blades 7 (rounded)
Construction 21 elements / 14 groups
Features
Ultrasonic motor  Yes
Lens-based stabilization  Yes
Macro capable  Yes
Application Superzoom
Physical
Weight 515g
Filter diameter 72mm
History
Introduction September 2011
Nikon 1 V1 with Nikkor VR 10-100mm f/4.5-5.6 PD-Zoom and ME-1 stereo microphone in HD-video use

The Nikon 1 Nikkor VR 10-100mm f/4.5-5.6 PD-Zoom for the 1 series' unique CX format (crop factor 2.7) is a Superzoom lens manufactured by Nikon, introduced in September 2011 for use on Nikon CX format mirrorless interchangeable-lens cameras.

It integrates a high amount of technologies: 21 elements in 14 groups including 1 High Refractive Index (HRI), 3 Extra-low Dispersion (ED) and 2 aspherical lenses,[1] Super Integrated Coating (SIC), internal focusing (IF) with world's fastest quiet ultra-fast Voice Coil motor (VCM), silent 3-speed PD-Zoom, Vibration Reduction (VR II), retractable lens mechanism and 7 rounded diaphragm blades.[2][3]

Together with the Canon EF 28-300mm lens it is the only current superzoom with 20 elements or more. There's no distance scale and it doesn't feature an aperture ring.

Performance

Several reviews state the extremely high speed without any noise and very high optical quality, especially excellent sharpness, exceeding many other products and being a positive exception compared to other superzooms.[4][5][6] As disadvantages are mentioned its size, weight and price. It received very good valuations for photos, with additional advantages seen in the HD video area.

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