Nikon
Nikon AF-S DX VR Nikkor 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G II
| Component | Weight | Score | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Customer Reviews | 35% | 88.0 | |
| Technical Analysis | 30% | 60.8 | |
| Market Position | 20% | 65.0 | |
| Value Proposition | 15% | 74.4 |
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📖 Overview
The Nikon 18-55mm is a standard kit zoom lens, designed as a budget-friendly option for entry-level DSLRs. It's a decent all-purpose lens for beginners, but its image quality is fairly unremarkable and the build quality is basic.
📸 Browse 14 real-world sample photos taken with this lens by photographers worldwide on SampleShots.
📋 Specifications
| Focal Length | 18-55mm |
|---|---|
| Max Aperture | f/3.5-5.6 |
| Min Aperture | f/22 |
| Lens Type | Zoom |
| Mount | Nikon F |
| AF Motor | Silent Wave Motor (SWM) |
| Image Stabilization | Yes |
| Autofocus | Yes |
| Weather Sealed | No |
| Min Focus Distance | 28.0 cm |
| Max Magnification | 0.31x |
| Elements / Groups | 11 elements in 8 groups |
| Aperture Blades | 7 |
| Filter Diameter | 52mm |
| Weight | 195g |
| Dimensions | 59.5 x 66.0mm |
| Release Year | 2014 |
| MSRP | $250 |
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🖼️ Sample Photos
Real-world photos taken with the Nikon AF-S DX VR Nikkor 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G II, sourced from SampleShots.
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