Nikon SLR Cameras

What does IF on a 28-105 Nikon lens mean?

Guest
Guest

What does IF on a 28-105 Nikon lens mean?

thankyoumaskedman
thankyoumaskedman

IF: Internal Focus
Focus is accomplished through movement of internal lens elements, without effecting the overall outside length of the lens.

Frank
Frank

This also means that the front element of the lens does not rotate. When using filters such as split and or polarizers, having IF is highly desirable. IF lenses also typically focus faster and since there's no barrel extension, the lens is better sealed against dust and debris like sand from entering the through the front of the lens barrel.