I received my copy of the much-anticipated 16-35mm f/4.0 AFS VR G zoom Nikkor lens last week, and I have done some preliminary testing.  My basic tests fall into the following categories:

• Build/Handling
• Optical Performance
• Comparisons with other lenses

For this test, I compared the new super wide-angle zoom with its Nikon competition for FX:

• 14-24mm f/2.8 AFS G
• 17-35mm f/2.8 AFS

Both of these lenses are generally considered to be high-end “pro” glass, and they each cost significantly more than the 16-35mm VR.

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