Key Features
Compact 3x zoom lens covering the most frequently used focal range of 18 to 55mm.
Vibration Reduction (VR) minimizes image blur caused by camera shake, enabling sharper pictures, hand-held, at shutter speeds up to three stops slower than would otherwise be possible.
Optical design, optimized for use with Nikon DX-format D-SLRs for superior performance.
Hybrid aspherical lens element minimizes various types of lens aberration.
High-performance Nikon Super Integrated Coating (SIC) offers superior color reproduction, while substantially reducing ghosting and flare.
Nikon's exclusive Silent Wave Motor (SWM) ensures fast, quiet auto focus operation.
Rounded seven-blade diaphragm opening makes out-of-focus elements appear more natural.
Close focusing distance to 0.9 feet (0.28 meters) throughout the entire zoom range.
Separate zoom and focusing rings ensure responsive operation.
Tech Specs
18-55mm
Focal Length Range
3x
Zoom Ratio
3.5-5.6
Maximum Aperture
22-32
Minimum Aperture
Yes
Autofocus
Yes
AF-S (Silent Wave Motor)
FX in DX Crop Mode
DX
Compatible Format(s)
Yes
Vibration Reduction
Yes
Distance Information
Yes
Super Integrated Coating
Yes
Manual/Auto Focus Mode
0.9 ft. (0.28m)
Minimum Focus Distance
76°
Maximum Angle of View
28°50´
Minimum Angle of View
11
Lens (Elements)
8
Lens (Groups)
0.31
Maximum Reproduction Ratio
2.9x3.1in. (Diameter x Length)
73x79mm (Diameter x Length)
Dimensions
9.3oz. (265g)
Weight
Nikon F-Bayonet
Mount Type
Screw-on
Accepts Filter Type
52mm
Filter Size
52mm
Lens Attachment Size
CL-0815
Lens Case
HB-45
Lens Hood
CL-0815 Lens case, LC-52 52mm snap-on front lens cap, rear lens protector
Supplied Accessories
Specifications and equipment are subject to change without any notice or obligation on the part of the manufacturer.