Nikon AF-S DX Zoom-NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G ED II

Compact and versatile standard DX zoom lens

Nikon AF-S DX Zoom-NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G ED II
65/100
LENS SCORE
Features 12
Performance 13
Durability 12
Price 16
Usability 12
Brand Nikon
Model JAA803DA

Key Features

OPTICAL 11 elements in 5 groups with one ED glass element and one aspherical lens element
FOCUS Silent Wave Motor (SWM) for quiet autofocus performance
APERTURE 7-blade rounded diaphragm for smooth out-of-focus areas
ZOOM Standard 3x zoom range covering wide-angle to portrait focal lengths
COMPATIBILITY Designed exclusively for Nikon DX-format digital SLR cameras
COATING Nikon Super Integrated Coating to minimize ghosting and flare
MINIMUM FOCUS 0.28m (0.9 ft) throughout the entire zoom range
FILTER 52mm filter attachment size
CONSTRUCTION Lightweight plastic barrel construction with metal mount
STABILIZATION None (Non-VR version)
INTERNAL FOCUS Rear focusing system for consistent lens length
WEATHER SEALING None
DIAPHRAGM Fully automatic aperture control

The Most Important Rings & Switches — Nikon AF-S DX Zoom-NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G ED II

Ring / Switch / Control Status Note
Focus Ring ✓ Present Manual focus ring at the front
Zoom Ring ✓ Present Large rubberized ring
Aperture Ring ✗ Not Present Controlled via camera body
AF/MF Switch ✓ Present Located on the side of the barrel
Image Stabilisation Switch ✗ Not Present Non-VR model
Focus Limiter Switch ✗ Not Present
Function (L-Fn) Button ✗ Not Present
Zoom Lock Switch ✗ Not Present
Optical Image Stabilisation (OIS) ✗ Not Present
Weather Sealing ✗ Not Present

How-to Use Nikon AF-S DX Zoom-NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G ED II

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Technical Specification

Focal Length 18-55mm
Maximum Aperture f/3.5-5.6
Minimum Aperture f/22-38
Lens Construction 11 elements in 5 groups
Angle of View 76u00b0 - 28u00b050'
Minimum Focus Distance 0.28m
Maximum Reproduction Ratio 1/3.2
Diaphragm Blades 7 (rounded)
Filter Size 52mm
Dimensions 70.5 x 74 mm
Weight 265g