Nikon 18-55mm f/3.5-5. VR AF-S DX Nikkor Lens-Brand New with 5-Year - Separated from Kit

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  • Lightweight (236)
  • Sharp focus (177)
  • Easily interchangeable (159)
  • Consistent output (151)
  • Durable (145)
  • Well built / quality construction (92)
  • Fast focus (84)
  • Rugged (61)
  • Easy to use (58)
  • Reliable (48)
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  • Weak casing (25)
  • Slow focus (17)
  • Hard to clean (5)
  • Blurry focus (4)
  • Bulky (3)
  • Tough to attach (3)
  • Heavy (2)
  • Lens creep (2)
  • Plastic mount (2)

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  • General purpose (207)
  • Portraits (88)
  • Landscapes (82)
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  • Night photography (48)
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Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR (2176) Nikon has a long history of development of a variety of products that allow for the simple enjoyment of high-quality imaging, beginning of course, with digital cameras. In recent years, the digital wave has led to great changes in the ways in which images, videos and music are enjoyed. Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR (2176) 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 Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR (2176) Specifications: • Focal Length Range: 18-55mm • Zoom Ratio: 3x • Maximum Aperture: 3.5-5.6 • Minimum Aperture: 22-32 • Autofocus: Yes • AF-S (Silent Wave Motor): Yes • Compatible Format(s): DX, FX in DX Crop Mode • Vibration Reduction: Yes • Distance Information: Yes • Super Integrated Coating: Yes • Manual/Auto Focus Mode: Yes • Minimum Focus Distance: 0.9 ft. (0.28m) • Maximum Angle of View: 76° • Minimum Angle of View: 28°50' • Lens (Elements): 11 • Lens (Groups): 8 • Maximum Reproduction Ratio: 0.31 • Dimensions: 2.9x3.1in. (Diameter x Length), 73x79mm (Diameter x Length) • Weight: 9.3oz. (265g) • Mount Type: Nikon F-Bayonet • Accepts Filter Type: Screw-on • Filter Size: 52mm • Lens Attachment Size: 52mm • Lens Case: CL-0815 • Lens Hood: HB-45 • Supplied Accessories: CL-0815 Lens case, LC-52 52mm snap-on front lens cap, rear lens protector

Specification Description
Model 2176, 2176G, AF-S DX
UPC 018208021765
Attachment Diameter 52mm
Depth (Inches) 3.1
Filter/Wide Angle Capability 52mm
Fits Camera Made By Nikon
Lens Mount Nikon AFS
Lens or Filter Type Zoom Lens
Lens Type Zoom
Magnification 0.31x
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Width (Inches) 2.9

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Last update: Nov 10, 2009

Nikon 18-55mm f/3.5-5. VR AF-S DX Nikkor Lens-Brand New with 5-Year - Separated from Kit Reviews

 
 
 

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[5 of 6 customers found this review helpful]

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[6 of 10 customers found this review helpful]

 
★★★★★
5.0
Love it! Love it! Love it!

"Last year I purchased the Nikon D50 body only and used my 28-80 lens. Now that I've learned more and know what I need I decided to purchase this lens (especially since I am now shooting weddings). I just got it today, but I know I will love it. I am able to shoot indoors without a tripod. This will be great for photos of the cake, favors, etc when I am in low light. The angle is awesome too, but that's a given. ..." Read Full Review »

Jan 19, 2008 by April

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★★★☆☆
3.0
Slightly Disapointed

"I puchased this for a D40 body I bought. I find that the autofocus is slow (~2S TO MOVE THROUGH FOCUS RANGE) My previous Pentax K100D Super ran through the focus range in ~1S. The lens does not come with a hood, and is more suseptable to flare than I think it should be. I also occasionally got some strange internal reflections, that looks like white rings when shooting at high ISO's at night with my SB400 fl..." Read Full Review »

Apr 28, 2008 by Lars

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[5 of 6 customers found this review helpful]

Nikon 18-55mm f/3.5-5. VR AF-S DX Nikkor Lens-Brand New with 5-Year - Separated from Kit Review

Love it! Love it! Love it!

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Great in Low Light
  • Lightweight
  • Sharp Focus

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • General Use
  • Indoors
  • Night Photography
 

"Last year I purchased the Nikon D50 body only and used my 28-80 lens. Now that I've learned more and know what I need I decided to purchase this lens (especially since I am now shooting weddings). I just got it today, but I know I will love it. I am able to shoot indoors without a tripod. This will …"  Read Full Review »

taken indoors; unedited, no tripod, no flash

taken indoors; unedited, no tripod, no flash
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Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Jan 19 2008
April
Tuscaloosa, AL
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[2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

Nikon 18-55mm f/3.5-5. VR AF-S DX Nikkor Lens-Brand New with 5-Year - Separated from Kit Review

Perfect starter lens

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Consistent Output
  • Quick Focus
  • Sharp Focus

    Cons

  • Heavy

    Best Uses

  • General Use
 

"Got this as the kit lens with a D60. I also use a 50mm/1.8 but the 18-55 is my choice for most situations, or when I only want to carry one lens.



It's sharp, does not cause noticeable chromatic aberration, does not distort more than any other zoom, does not cause AF errors and works correctly wi …"  Read Full Review »

Handheld at 1/10 second, f5, ISO400, w/Aperture

Handheld at 1/10 second, f5, ISO400, w/Aperture
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1.6s, hand resting on a chair, Photoshopped

1.6s, hand resting on a chair, Photoshopped
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Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Jan 28 2009
AJL
Boston, MA
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  • Hobbyist/Enthusiast
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Price: $184.95
 
 

[2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

Nikon 18-55mm f/3.5-5. VR AF-S DX Nikkor Lens-Brand New with 5-Year - Separated from Kit Review

Beginner Satisfied

★★★★☆
4.0

    Pros

  • Consistent Output
  • Lightweight
  • Sharp Focus

    Cons

  • None so far

    Best Uses

  • Architecture
  • General Use
  • Night Photography
 

"(Incorrectly & originally under Grey Market Lense)

Read the professional reviews on all the D40 lenses available as kits to the D40. Liked this one the best. Not in Nikon USA kit though so I had to buy separately. So far very happy and satisfied, then again I don't know what I don't know so I mi …"  Read Full Review »

CS2'd from D40

CS2'd from D40
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Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Jul 26 2008
Murkatheling
NTX
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[2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

Nikon 18-55mm f/3.5-5. VR AF-S DX Nikkor Lens-Brand New with 5-Year - Separated from Kit Review

NIKOR LENS FANTASTIC!!!

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Durable
  • Easy To Use
  • High Tech
  • Lightweight
  • Reliable

    Cons

  • Finicky

    Best Uses

  • Everyday use
  • Home
  • Macro Photography
  • Portraits
  • Product Photography
  • More »
 

"The Nikor 18-55mm f3.5-5.6 lens is my default lens. I use it to put my Nikon body away and can use the camera as is right from the case. Leaving the lens in place means I have instant access to my camera and I don't miss those shots that are fundamental to the hobbyist. I catch my kittens playing …"  Read Full Review »

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Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Jan 21 2009
Rick
Phoenix, AZ
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Nikon 18-55mm f/3.5-5. VR AF-S DX Nikkor Lens-Brand New with 5-Year - Separated from Kit Review

Excellent Sharpness Through Zoom Range

★★★★☆
4.0

    Pros

  • Consistent Output
  • Easily Interchangeable
  • Lightweight
  • Sharp Focus

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Back-Up
  • General Use
  • Portraits
 

"The Nikon 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G AF-S DX Nikkor VR Lens is a great zoom lens. I bought it together with my Nikon D300. I had read favorable reviews in several popular photography magazines and on recommended internet sites, which rate lenses. I too agree - it is sharp throughout the entire focal range a …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Aug 27 2008
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Bridgewater, NJ
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