This lens has been kept predominantly in my studio, in air controlled conditions and used for a handful of events I shot before switching to primes. Its a perfectly good lens but I operate now with two cameras and primes, as my preferred carry. This lens has been cleaned and inspected for function, and operates as if new. Has had at most 3000-4000 images shot on it. The $1,200 price includes insured shipping, for your security of the purchase. Brand New, this lens is $2,096. Huge savings from new, for a like new product. Here is a bit about the lens directly from Nikon: Nikon's AF-S NIKKOR 24-70mm f/2.8E ED VR Lens is a truly versatile wide-angle to short telephoto lens characterized by its constant f/2.8 maximum aperture and electromagnetic aperture mechanism. A revised optical design incorporates a unique aspherical extra-low dispersion element, in addition to three aspherical, two extra-low dispersion, and one high refractive index elements, to help reduce chromatic aberrations and distortions throughout the zoom range in order to achieve high image sharpness and clarity. The Nano Crystal and Super Integrated Coatings further benefit image quality by reducing lens flare for improved contrast and color accuracy and fluorine coatings on the front and rear elements protect against dust, moisture, and smudging.