Nikon introduces the AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G ED II lens as the perfect partner for its latest digital SLRs
AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G ED II (3.0x)

- Offers the popular focal range of 18-55mm (picture angle equivalent to a 27-82.5mm lens in the 35mm format) for use in a variety of situations
- Compact SWM (Silent Wave Motor) for quiet and smooth autofocusing
- ED glass and aspherical lens elements
- Compact and lightweight, making it easy to carry
- Optical performance highly complements Nikon digital SLR cameras
- The seven-blade rounded diaphragm opening
Specifications
| Lens construction | 7 elements in 5 groups (1 ED and 1 aspherical lens elements) | |
| Picture angle | 76° - 28°50′ | |
| Focal-length scale | 18, 24, 28, 45, 55mm | |
| Number of diaphragm blades | 7 (rounded) | |
| Minimum f/stop | 22-38 | |
| Closest focusing distance | 0.28m (through the entire focal range) | |
| Maximum reproduction ratio | 1/3.2 | |
| Zoom control | Manual, via separate zoom ring | |
| Macro focusing | N/A | |
| Focus-limit switch: | N/A | |
| M/A mode | N/A | |
| A-M mode switch | Available | |
| Focus lock button | N/A | |
| Wight (approx.): | 205g | |
| Dimensions (approx.) (from the camera’s lens mounting flange) | 70.5×74 mm | |
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| Lens cap | Snap-on | |
| Lens hood | HB-33 (optional, only available in black) | |
| Lens case | CL-0715 (optional) | |
| Tripod collar | N/A | |
| External front filter attachment frame | Rotatable | |
| External front filter | 52mm | |
| Slip-on filter | N/A | |
| Built-in/rear filter | N/A | |
| Circular polarizing filter II | Usable, even with dedicated Lens Hood HB-33. | |
| Infrared compensation scale | N/A | |
| Supplied accessories | 52mm snap-on front lens cap LC-52 | |
| Optional accessories | 52mm screw-in filters, Rear lens cap LF-1, Flexible lens pouch CL-0715, Bayonet Hood HB-33 (only available in black) | |
| Aperture ring | N/A | |
| Distance scale | N/A | |
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Note:
* We do not recommend the use of DX Nikkors with 35mm (135) or IX240 format cameras.
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