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    Nikon AF Nikkor 28-80 mm f/ 3.5-5.6 D (II)
    Nikon AF Nikkor 28-80 mm f/ 3.5-5.6 D (II)

    Nikon AF Nikkor 28-80 mm f/ 3.5-5.6 D (II)

    28–80mm · f/3.5–5.6

    Overview

    The Nikon AF Nikkor 28-80mm f/3.5-5.6 D (II) is a cheap, all-plastic kit lens with surprisingly good optics. Ken Rockwell calls it "among the best midrange zooms I've used," praising its sharpness and minimal light falloff. Weaknesses include a plastic mount, loose zoom/focus rings, and rotating filter ring. Autofocus is fast but noisy. It suits budget-conscious full-frame users needing a lightweight, versatile zoom for casual use.