Nikon patents for 16-35mm f/2.8 VR lens, dual lens hood

Nikkor 16-35mm f2.8 VR lens patent

Patent 2012-247687 is for a new full frame 16-35mm f/2.8 VR lens with 5 aspherical surfaces and 3 ED elements (the current 16-35mm f/4 lens has 3 aspherical surfaces and 2 ED elements).

Nikon-dual-lens-hood-patent

Patent 2012-252177 is for a dual lens hood – basically a smaller hood will be placed inside the regular lens hood in order to further reduce flare.

This entry was posted in Nikon Patents. Bookmark the permalink. Trackbacks are closed, but you can post a comment.
  • FCC disclosure statement: this post may contain affiliate links or promotions that do not cost readers anything but help keep this website alive. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. When you click on links to various merchants on this site and make a purchase, this can result in this site earning a commission. Affiliate programs and affiliations include, but are not limited to, the eBay Partner Network. Thanks for your support!

  • Back to top