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

Versatile wide-angle to telephoto DX zoom lens

AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6G IF-ED
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LENS SCORE
Features 14
Performance 14
Durability 13
Price 16
Usability 13
Brand Nikon
Model JAA797DA

Key Features

FORMAT DX-format lens designed for Nikon APS-C sensors
ZOOM 7.5x optical zoom range covering 18mm to 135mm
APERTURE Variable f/3.5-5.6 aperture with 7-blade diaphragm
FOCUS Silent Wave Motor (SWM) for fast autofocus
OPTICS One ED glass element and two hybrid aspherical elements
INTERNAL FOCUS IF design prevents front element rotation during focusing
CONSTRUCTION Lightweight polycarbonate barrel with metal mount
STABILIZATION None (Non-VR lens)
MIN FOCUS 45cm (1.48 ft) minimum focusing distance
FILTER 67mm front filter thread size
COMPATIBILITY Compatible with all Nikon F-mount DX cameras
WEATHER SEALING Basic rubber gasket at the lens mount
WEIGHT Approximately 385g (13.6 oz)

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

Ring / Switch / Control Status Note
Focus Ring ✓ Present Manual focus ring located near front
Zoom Ring ✓ Present Large rubberized zoom ring
Aperture Ring ✗ Not Present
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 Rubber gasket at mount only

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

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Technical Specification

Focal Length 18-135mm
Max Aperture f/3.5-5.6
Min Aperture f/22-38
Lens Construction 15 elements in 13 groups
Angle of View 76u00b0 - 12u00b0
Min Focus Distance 0.45m
Max Reproduction Ratio 1:4.8
Diaphragm Blades 7 (rounded)
Filter Size 67mm
Focus Motor SWM (Silent Wave Motor)
Weight 385g
Dimensions 73.5 x 86.5 mm