The Nikon 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR AF-S DX Lens is an ultra compact, lightweight standard zoom lens that has a 3x focal zoom range and is ideally suited for use with compact Nikon digital SLR cameras that feature the smaller DX sized chip. This lens offers the most basic zoom range in the DX lens series, an equivalent focal length in 35mm terms of 27-82.5mm. It will conveniently cover everything from tight indoor portraits to standard snap shots. The innovative Vibration Reduction (VR) system allows handheld telephoto zoom shooting even in poorly lit conditions. It minimizes image blur caused by camera shake, and offers the equivalent of shooting at a shutter speed 3 stops (8 times) faster. The Nikon Super Integrated Coating used in this lens minimizes ghosting and flare to provide even higher contrast and more vivid images, even in challenging light

Image Circle APS-C
Type Standard Zoom
Focal Length 18 - 55mm
APS Equivalent 27.5 - 84mm
Max Aperture f/3.5 - 5.6
Min Aperture f/22 - 36
Diaphragm Blades 7 (rounded)
Lens Construction 11 elements in 8 groups, including 1 aspherical element
Diagonal Angle of View(Based on image circle) 76 to 28.8 degrees
Focus Details AF-S "Silent Wave" motor
Front Element Rotation Yes
Zoom System Rotary
Closest Focus 0.28m / 0.9 ft.
Magnification Ratio 0.31x / 1:3.2
Filter Size 52mm