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

Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR Lens
The Nikon AF-S DX 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR is the essential, go-to standard zoom for Nikon DX-format DSLRs. Covering a versatile 27-82.5mm equivalent focal range, this lens is designed to be the perfect all-rounder—small enough for everyday carry but capable enough to handle everything from expansive landscapes and group shots to tight, flattering portraits. Equipped with Nikon’s Vibration Reduction technology, it ensures your handheld shots stay sharp even when the light starts to fade.

Versatile Performance & Stability
Everyday Zoom Range: This lens covers the most useful focal lengths for daily photography, making it an ideal choice for travel, family snapshots, and street photography.

Vibration Reduction (VR): The innovative VR system compensates for camera shake, allowing you to shoot at shutter speeds up to 3 stops slower than would otherwise be possible. This is a game-changer for achieving crisp images in dimly lit interiors or at the telephoto end of the zoom.

Silent Wave Motor (SWM): Nikon’s SWM technology provides fast, precise, and nearly silent autofocus. This quiet operation is particularly beneficial when recording video, ensuring the lens motor doesn’t interfere with your audio.

Super Integrated Coating (SIC): To ensure high-contrast and vivid colors, the glass elements feature a specialized multi-layer coating that suppresses ghosting and flare, even when shooting in challenging backlit conditions.

Compact & Intuitive Design
Ultra-Lightweight Build: Designed with portability in mind, this lens is remarkably compact, ensuring your camera setup remains light and comfortable for all-day use.

Macro-Style Close Focusing: With a minimum focus distance of just 11″, you can get close to your subjects to capture impressive detail in flowers, food, or small products.

Mistake-Free Operation: As a “G-type” lens, it does not feature a manual aperture ring, allowing the camera to handle exposure automatically and reducing the chance of accidental settings errors.

7-Blade Rounded Diaphragm: The aperture is designed to produce a smooth, natural background blur, adding an artistic touch to your portraits and close-up shots.

Technical Specifications
Focal Length: 18-55mm (27-82.5mm equivalent)

Aperture Range: f/3.5 – 5.6

Lens Mount: Nikon F (DX Format)

Image Stabilization: Vibration Reduction (VR)

Filter Size: 52 mm

Weight: Approx. 9.3 oz (265 g)