High-performance wide-angle zoom features Nano Crystal Coat and VR image stabilization for dramatically sharper still images and video capture. Definitive Wide-angle Zoom Lens Versatile wide-angle lens, perfect for travel, land and cityscapes, and general photography. Nikon VR II (Vibration Reduction) Image Stabilization Vibration Reduction, engineered specifically for each VR NIKKOR lens, enables handheld shooting at up to 4 shutter speeds slower than would otherwise be possible, assuring dramatically sharper still images and video capture. Nano Crystal Coat Further reduces ghosting and interior flare across a wide range of wavelengths for even greater image clarity. 2 Extra-low Dispersion (ED) Elements Offers superior sharpness and color correction by effectively minimizing chromatic aberration, even at the widest aperture settings. 3 Aspherical Lens Elements Aspherical lens elements virtually eliminate coma and other types of aberration, even when shooting at the widest available aperture. Internal Focus (IF) Provides fast and quiet autofocus without changing the length of the lens, retaining working distance throughout the focus range. Exclusive Nikon Silent Wave Motor (SWM) Enables fast, accurate and quiet autofocus. M/A Focus Mode Switch Enables quick changes between manual and autofocus operation. Rounded 9-Blade Diaphragm Renders more natural appearance of out-of-focus image elements.