This is the world's first zoom lens in its class to offer half-macro capability throughout the zoom range. Minimum focusing distance is 0.26 m at the wide end and 0.42 m at the telephoto end of the zoom range, with a maximum magnification of 0.5x throughout.
| High performance G Series telephoto zoom lens |
| AA elements and ED glass for high resolution throughout the image area |
| Exquisite full-frame bokeh enhanced by a circular nine-blade aperture mechanism |
| Four high-thrust XD linear motors for fast and accurate focus drive |
| Intuitive controls, including physical switches for focus and OSS modes and settings |
