What the FX do all the letters on Nikon’s lenses mean?

While Nikon lens names may not be the most complicated out there (that award probably goes to Tamron), they still aren’t short of letters and abbreviations. And while its mirrorless lenses feature more streamlined lens names than its DSLRs, the company still uses plenty of acronyms and proprietary terms in its lens descriptions. Trying to decipher what those mean and what matters can feel like quite the challenge. In this article, we’ll be breaking down the most commonly used terminology on Nikon lenses (both in the name and the description) to help you cut through the mess.