<p><span >Highlights</span></p> <ul> <li>Constant f/4 maximum aperture offers consistent performance throughout the zoom range</li> <li>VR II image stabilization helps to minimize the appearance of camera shake</li> <li>Rounded nine-blade diaphragm promotes a pleasing out of focus quality</li> <li>Two extra-low dispersion elements greatly reduce color fringing and chromatic aberrations</li> <li>Crystal ccoat and a super integrated coating have been applied to individual elements</li> </ul>