| Lens construction | 8 elements in 6 groups (1 ED glass element) |
| Picture angle | 13°40' [9° with Nikon digital cameras (Nikon DX format)] |
| Number of diaphragm blades | 9 |
| Minimum f/stop | 22 |
| Closest focusing distance | 1.5m |
| Maximum reproduction ratio | 1/6.6 |
| Macro focusing | N/A |
| Focus-limit switch | N/A |
| M/A mode | N/A |
| Focus lock button | N/A |
| Weight (approx.) | 760g |
Dimensions (approx.)
(from the camera’s lens mounting flange) | 78.5×144 mm |
| Lens cap | Snap-on |
| Lens hood | Built-in |
| Lens case | CL-38 (supplied) |
| Tripod collar | N/A |
| External front filter attachment frame | Does not rotate |
| External front filter | 72mm |
| Slip-on filter | N/A |
| Built-in/rear filter | N/A |
| Circular polarizing filter | Usable |
| Circular polarizing filter II | Usable (also with built-in lens hood) |
| AF-3 | Usable. (5) |
| AF-4 | Usable. (5): ( ) Indicates maximum number of usable hoods
(HN-36 for AF-3/HN-37 for AF-4). |
| Infrared compensation scale | Does have |
| Supplied accessories | 72mm Snap-on front lens cap
Rear lens cap LF-1
Flexible Lens Pouch CL-38 |
| Aperture ring | Does have |
| Distance scale | Does have |
| Material of bayonet ring | Metal |
