Nikon AF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 ED VR DX Review

Nikon's 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 VR kit lens is specifically designed to work in harmony with DX format digital cameras.

Product Overview

Overall rating:

87%

Nikon AF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 ED VR DX

Overall score:87%
Value:90%
Image Quality:85%
Performance:85%
Features:90%
Design:85%

Pros:

  • Resolution, zoom action, VR.

Cons:

  • Wideangle chromatic aberration, plastic build.

Product:

Nikon AF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 ED VR DX Review

Manufacturer:

Price as reviewed:

£180.00

sample images

Verdict

This is an improvement over the older version. Nikon’s new optics offer excellent resolution at this price and the VR system is an added bonus for a lens that’s only £10 more expensive than the older model. The VR is worth having even if it fails to live up to Nikon’s three-stop claims.

Details

Sample Photos: See sample image gallery
Minimum Aperture:22-32
Lens Mount:Nikon
Optional Accessories:Lens cap, lens hood inc
Filter Thread:52mm
Image Stabilisation:VR
Focus Method:-
Other:-
AF Motor Type:SWM
Maximum Magnification:-
Minimum Focus:28cm
Number of Diaphragm Blades:-
Lens Construction:11/8
Maximum Aperture:3.5-5.6
Weight:265g
(APS-C):Yes
Diagonal Angle of View:76-28
35mm Equivalent Focal Length:27-82.5mm
Dimensions:73 x 79.5mm
Focal Length:18-55mm
Maximum Format Size:APS-C
Date Introduced:-
  1. 1. Introduction
  2. 2. sample images
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