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Nikon AF-P DX NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR Lens

BH #NI185535VR • MFR #20059
 31 reviews
Nikon AF-P DX NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR Lens
Key Features
  • F-Mount Lens/DX Format
  • 27-82.5mm (35mm Equivalent)
  • Aperture Range: f/3.5 to f/38
  • Two Aspherical Elements
Updating the staple DX-format standard zoom, the AF-P DX NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR from Nikon offers a 27-82.5mm equivalent focal length range as well as an especially sleek form factor. Two aspherical elements are featured in the optical design, which help to control spherical aberrations and distortion in order to realize high sharpness and accurate rendering. A Super Integrated Coating is also used to minimize flare and ghosting for greater contrast and color accuracy. Suiting both photo and video applications, the AF-P designation indicates the use of a pulse stepping motor that offers notably quiet, fast, and precise autofocus performance. Additionally, Vibration Reduction image stabilization compensates for up to four stops of camera shake for sharper handheld shooting.
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Nikon AF-P DX NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR Overview

Updating the staple DX-format standard zoom, the AF-P DX NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR from Nikon offers a 27-82.5mm equivalent focal length range as well as an especially sleek form factor. Two aspherical elements are featured in the optical design, which help to control spherical aberrations and distortion in order to realize high sharpness and accurate rendering. A Super Integrated Coating is also used to minimize flare and ghosting for greater contrast and color accuracy. Suiting both photo and video applications, the AF-P designation indicates the use of a pulse stepping motor that offers notably quiet, fast, and precise autofocus performance. Additionally, Vibration Reduction image stabilization compensates for up to four stops of camera shake for sharper handheld shooting.

Standard zoom spans wide-angle to portrait focal lengths and is designed for Nikon F-mount DX-format cameras, where it provides a 27-82.5mm equivalent range.
Two aspherical elements are used to reduce spherical aberrations and distortion in order to realize sharp imagery with accurate rendering.
A Super Integrated Coating has been applied to individual elements to suppress internal reflections, flare, and ghosting for improved contrast and color accuracy when working in strong lighting conditions.
AF-P pulse motor uses stepping motors to deliver impressively smooth, quiet, and fast autofocus performance that is well-suited to both stills and video applications.
VR (Vibration Reduction) image stabilization helps to minimize the appearance of camera shake by four stops to benefit shooting handheld in difficult lighting conditions.
Rounded seven-blade diaphragm promotes a pleasing out of focus quality that benefits the use of shallow depth of field and selective focus techniques.
A retractable lens barrel design maintains an especially compact form factor when the lens is not in use. Additionally, autofocus and VR switches have been removed from the lens design for a sleek profile; these operations are now accessible in compatible cameras' menu systems.
Compatible Cameras
  • Full Compatibility (firmware update may be required): D500, D7500, D5600, D5500, D5300, D3400, D3300, and later models
  • Compatible Models with Limited Functions: D5, D810 series, Df, D750, D7200, D7100, D5200, and Nikon 1 series with the FT1
  • Incompatible Models: D4 series, D3 series, D2 series, D1 series, D800 series, D700, D610, D600, D300 series, D200, D100, D7000, D5100, D5000, D90, D80, D70 series, D3200, D3100, D3000, D60, D50, D40 series, and film cameras
UPC: 018208200597

Nikon AF-P DX NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR Specs

Key Specs
Focal Length
18 to 55mm (35mm Equivalent: 27 to 82.5mm)
Maximum Aperture
f/3.5 to 5.6
Lens Mount
Nikon F
Lens Format Coverage
APS-C
Focus Type
Autofocus
Image Stabilization
Yes
Filter Size
55 mm (Front)
Maximum Aperture
f/3.5 to 5.6
Minimum Aperture
f/22 to 38
Lens Mount
Nikon F
Lens Format Coverage
APS-C
Angle of View
76° to 28° 50'
Minimum Focus Distance
9.84" / 25 cm
Maximum Magnification
0.38x
Optical Design
12 Elements in 9 Groups
Diaphragm Blades
7, Rounded
Focus Type
Autofocus
Image Stabilization
Yes
Filter Size
55 mm (Front)
Dimensions (ø x L)
2.54 x 2.46" / 64.5 x 62.5 mm
Length at Maximum Extension
3.62" / 92 mm
Weight
7.23 oz / 205 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
0.72 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
4.8 x 3.95 x 3.95"

Nikon AF-P DX NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR Reviews

Bargain Performance

By donna
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-06-26

My first plastic mount lens purchased as refurb and is like new. It is a sharp lens, but one should expect that from the modest max aperture. If you have not experienced the focus consistency and speed of an AF-P lens, this would be a very economical choice to do so. Whether using your camera's phase detect or contrast detect (Live View), focusing is instantaneous. As I said, the lens is sharp, especially the middle two-thirds of the frame. Corners are soft from 18-35mm, getting better as you zoom in, and the edges behave likewise, but not as badly as the corners. I noticed this during my testing on flat objects, but it just is not noticeable in the way I take pictures. Image quality is WAY better than my 16-35 f/4 VR in EVERY way. The VR works well, but I don't get 4 stops like some can claim. If this were a $1,500 lens, I would give it four stars for the slow aperture, but it's cost is actually one tenth of that, so 5 stars is appropriate. Before purchasing, make sure you check the compatibility for your cameras!

Just what I needed

By John
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2021-10-15

for tabletop photography.

Must have lens

By Crystal
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2021-09-30

This lens is a must have for those amateur photographers like myself. It's great for day-to-day pictures so you don't miss out on anything.

Excellent product

By Thomas
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2021-08-21

This refurbished lens looks and performs like a brand new lens. Excellent and well worth the savings by buying a refurbished model. On time delivery and came very well packaged to prevent any damage from shipping.

Good lens

By Portfolio
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2021-07-06

Takes getting used to is you're used to the previous lens because you cant hear it focus. Ultra quiet and ultra fast af

Genuine bargain

By Byron
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2021-06-13

This refurbished lens works as it should, is indistinguishable from a new lens except for its packaging and limited 90-day warranty. Optically it is very good, in a nice lightweight housing. Obviously not as durable as a heavier and more expensive 18-xx lens, but should work well for a casual walk-around lens. A genuine bargain.

Good Value

By Lee
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-01-18

Renewed and working great! Completely satisfied

Great kit lens

By Kent
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2021-12-27

This replaces the one I got with the D5600. Destroyed the original by dropping it - 5' seems to be when the glass will break.

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Is this lens compatible with the Nikon Z50?
Asked by: Ron
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