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
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
Note: * We do not recommend the use of DX Nikkors with 35mm (135) or IX240 format cameras.