Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR Lens

The Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR is an ultra-compact, lightweight standard kit zoom lens designed specifically for DX-format DSLRs. Covering a versatile 35mm equivalent focal range of 27–82.5mm, it seamlessly handles everything from wide-angle landscapes and group shots to tight indoor portraits. Equipped with Nikon’s Vibration Reduction (VR) system, it compensates for camera shake by up to 3 shutter speed stops for sharper handheld shooting in low light. A Silent Wave Motor (SWM) ensures smooth, quiet autofocusing, while Super Integrated Coating minimizes ghosting and flare.

Key Features & Specifications

* Standard Zoom Range: 18–55mm focal length (27–82.5mm FX/35mm equivalent) spanning wide-angle to short telephoto perspectives.
* Vibration Reduction (VR) Stabilization: Minimizes image blur from camera shake, offering up to 3 stops of exposure advantage for low-light handheld shooting.
* Silent Wave Motor (SWM): Enables fast, smooth, and near-silent autofocus, well-suited for both stills and video recording.
* Super Integrated Coating (SIC): Enhances light transmission and color fidelity while reducing internal ghosting and flare.
* Close-Focusing Distance: Minimum focus distance of 11 inches (28 cm) throughout the zoom range.
* Compact & Portable Build: Lightweight G-type design without a physical aperture ring; uses a 52mm front filter thread.
* Rounded 7-Blade Diaphragm: Produces soft, natural out-of-focus background elements.
* Sensor Compatibility: Designed for DX-format bodies; compatible with FX-format DSLRs in DX crop mode.

* Physical & Optical Condition: Internal elements show some light dust particles along with fungus growth present on the middle optical element.