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AF-S DX Nikkor 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G ED II
- 18-55mm
- f/3.5
- Zoom
- Min focus 0.28 m
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Quick answer
A DX kit lens without stabilization. It is very light and uses a 52mm filter thread.
Pros
- Very light
- Compact
- Close focus of 0.28m
Cons
- No VR
- Plastic build
- Soft at edges
Verdict
A very basic kit zoom. The VR versions are easier to handhold.
About this lens
The Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G ED II is an APS-C standard zoom lens covering 18-55mm at f/3.5-5.6 for Nikon F mount cameras, with Silent Wave Motor autofocus and extra-low dispersion glass. A compact kit zoom for Nikon DX cameras covering wide-angle to short-telephoto.
Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G ED II specifications
- Brand
- Nikon
- Mount
- Nikon F
- Focal length
- 18-55mm
- Maximum aperture
- f/3.5
- Lens type
- Zoom
- Format coverage
- aps-c
- Minimum focus distance
- 0.28 m
- Filter thread
- 52 mm
- Diameter
- 66 mm
Specification source: wikidata.org
What can you shoot with the Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G ED II?
- First DSLR kit
- Everyday snapshots
- Travel light
Its moderate maximum aperture works best in good light or with a higher ISO.
Full-frame equivalent and field of view
Calculated from the focal length and crop factor. Not measured.
| Sensor | Crop | Equivalent | Horizontal FOV | Diagonal FOV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| APS-C | 1.5x | 27–83mm | 24.6–67.4° | 29.4–77.4° |
Frequently asked questions
Does the Nikon 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G ED II have VR?
No. Use faster shutter speeds.
What cameras is it designed for?
Nikon DX DSLRs. It has a Silent Wave Motor in the lens, so it autofocuses on entry-level bodies too.
Is it full-frame?
No, it covers only the APS-C image area. On FX bodies it vignettes unless DX crop mode is used.
Alternatives for Nikon F from other brands
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