Nikon's budget body-drive standard zoom — basic 28-100mm G-type for film and early digital bodies.
The Nikon AF Nikkor 28-100mm f/3.5-5.6G is a budget standard zoom for Nikon F-mount, commonly bundled with entry to mid-range film SLRs. The 28-100mm range is slightly wider and longer than the typical 28-80mm zooms, providing modest added versatility.
Optical quality is basic — acceptable in the centre at mid-apertures. Variable f/3.5-5.6 aperture. G-type — no aperture ring, electronically controlled. Body-driven screw AF — no autofocus on entry-level DSLRs without built-in AF motor.
Nikon F mount with 62mm filter thread. Approximately 290g — lightweight. Full-frame coverage. Plastic construction. Minimum focus distance 48cm. The extended 100mm range is its main advantage over 28-80mm alternatives.
Very cheap used. Only useful on bodies with built-in AF motor. Any modern AF-S kit zoom is dramatically better. The 28-100mm range provides slightly more versatility than 28-80mm alternatives. Check for smooth zoom operation.