I purchased this new at a mass retailer some time ago. As far as I can see, there are no scratches or marks on the exterior, and the optics are clear with no dust or cloudiness. Of course, there are no operational problems either. It is in good condition, close to new. This product is Made in Japan. It was purchased as a kit lens, so the hood and front/rear caps are included, but the original box is not. From the website: This is a standard zoom lens that achieves the fastest 0.1-second high-speed AF and covers from a wide-angle 27mm ※ to a medium telephoto 84mm ※. Through advanced optical design and optimal component placement, it achieves a compact size while maintaining a brightness of F2.8 on the wide-angle side to F4.0 on the telephoto side. Equipped with an image stabilization mechanism, it supports comfortable shooting in a wide range of scenes. ※35mm equivalent