Nikon AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 18-70mm f/3.5-4.5G IF-ED

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Nikon AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 18-70mm f/3.5-4.5G IF-ED

📏 18-70mm 💡 f/3.5-4.5 🔌 Nikon F Mount 🔍 Zoom ⚖️ 390g
MSRP $399

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Customer Reviews 35% 89.4
Technical Analysis 30% 52.8
Market Position 20% 65.0
Value Proposition 15% 71.1

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📖 Overview

The Nikon 18-70mm f/3.5-4.5 is a standard zoom lens designed for DX format cameras, offering a versatile focal range. It's a decent all-around option for travel and general photography. Image quality is acceptable, but it's showing its age against newer kit lenses.

📸 Browse 33 real-world sample photos taken with this lens by photographers worldwide on SampleShots.

📋 Specifications

Focal Length 18-70mm
Max Aperture f/3.5-4.5
Min Aperture f/29
Lens Type Zoom
Mount Nikon F
AF Motor AF-S (Silent Wave Motor)
Image Stabilization No
Autofocus Yes
Weather Sealed No
Min Focus Distance 38.0 cm
Max Magnification 0.16x
Elements / Groups 15 elements in 13 groups
Aperture Blades 7
Filter Diameter 67mm
Weight 390g
Dimensions 73.0 x 75.5mm
Release Year 2004
MSRP $399

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🖼️ Sample Photos

Real-world photos taken with the Nikon AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 18-70mm f/3.5-4.5G IF-ED, sourced from SampleShots.

📷 Compatible Cameras

Native Mount

+ 6 more compatible cameras

🔄 Via Adapter (19 cameras)

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