Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6G IF-ED

Versatile wide-angle to telephoto DX zoom lens

Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6G IF-ED
70/100
LENS SCORE
Features 14
Performance 14
Durability 13
Price 16
Usability 13
Brand Nikon
Model 2159

Key Features

SENSOR Designed for Nikon DX-format APS-C sensors
PROCESSOR N/A - Optical lens component
AUTOFOCUS Silent Wave Motor (SWM) for quiet AF
PHASE DETECTION Compatible with camera-based phase detection AF
VIDEO Supports video recording with internal focusing
STABILIZATION None (No VR - Vibration Reduction)
BURST RATE N/A - Lens performance dependent on camera body
VIEWFINDER N/A
DISPLAY N/A
CONNECTIVITY N/A
MEMORY CARD N/A
WEATHER SEALING Basic dust and moisture resistance
BATTERY LIFE N/A

The Most Important Rings & Switches — Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6G IF-ED

Ring / Switch / Control Status Note
Focus Ring ✓ Present
Zoom Ring ✓ Present
Aperture Ring ✗ Not Present Controlled via camera body
AF/MF Switch ✓ Present
Image Stabilisation Switch ✗ Not Present
Focus Limiter Switch ✗ Not Present
Function (L-Fn) Button ✗ Not Present
Zoom Lock Switch ✗ Not Present
Optical Image Stabilisation (OIS) ✗ Not Present
Weather Sealing ~ Limited Basic mount gasket only

How-to Use Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6G IF-ED

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Technical Specification

Lens Type Standard Zoom
Focal Length 18-135mm
Aperture Range f/3.5-5.6 to f/22-38
Lens Construction 15 elements in 13 groups
Minimum Focus Distance 0.45m (1.48 ft)
Diaphragm Blades 7 (rounded)
Filter Size 67mm
Weight 385g
Dimensions 73.5 x 86.5 mm