Nikon Format 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G ED II AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor Digital SLR Lens

Nikon Updated: 2007-06-19

Ultra-compact 18-55mm 3X zoom provides superb versatility in a wide variety of shooting situations.

Designed exclusively for Nikon DX format SLRs, this lens approximates the picture angle performance of a 27-82.5mm lens on the 35mm format.

Silent Wave Motor (SWM) with compact rod-type design enables ultra-high speed autofocusing with exceptional accuracy and super-quiet operation.

ED glass element achieves minimized chromatic aberration and superior optical performance.

Hybrid aspherical element ensures high resolution and contrast.

Focus Mode switch enables quick-switching between A (Autofocus) and M (Manual Focus).

7-blade rounded diaphragm for more natural out-of-focus highlights.

Nikon Super Integrated Coating minimizes ghosting and flare to provide even higher contrast and more vivid images, even in challenging light conditions

Focal length : 18-55mm (approximates picture angle performance of a 27-82.5mm lens on the 35mm format)

Maximum aperture : f/3.5 - 5.6

Minimum aperture: f/22 - 38

Lens construction : 7 elements in 5 groups with one ED glass element

Picture angle : 76-degrees to 28-degrees at 50-feet

Minimum Focus: 0.9 feet throughout the entire zoom range

Filter attachment size: 52mm

Dimensions (approx.) : 2.7 x 2.9 inches

Weight (approx.): 7.2 ounces

Included accessories : LC-52 snap-on front and rear lens cap

Optional accessories : LF-1 Rear lens cap , HB-33 Bayonet hood, CL-0715 Flexible lens pouch