This compact and lightweight lens for Nikon digital SLRs features 2 ED glass elements for superior sharpness and color. It's an ideal standard lens, covering a broad focal length range from wide-angle to medium telephoto, with a 35mm format equivalent of 24-127mm. VR II vibration reduction reduces camera shake, allowing the camera to be hand-held up to 4 shutter steps slower than otherwise possible. The AF-S Silent Wave Motor ensures fast, quiet autofocus operation with all Nikon D-series digital cameras including the D40, D40X and D60. Accepts 67mm filters, weighs 1.1 lbs., measures 3.4" long, focuses as close as 16", includes caps, hood and pouch.