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The Nikon 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G AF-S DX VR Nikkor Zoom Lens is a versatile and essential lens for Nikon DSLR cameras, featuring a maximum aperture of f/3.5-5.6, a focal length equivalent to 27-82.5mm in 35mm photography, and advanced technologies like Silent Wave Motor and Vibration Reduction for exceptional image quality.
V**A
Excelente objetivo/ Great lens
I loved it, quality is great, all is ok, nothing wrong.Me encanto! Relación calidad -precio es genial, el objetivo/ lente es perfecto sin ningún detalle, super buena elección.Me enviaron una nota de agradecimiento y una pequeña gruya , muy encantador detalle de parte del vendedor ❤️
T**Y
Perfect
Came well packaged. Works perfectly.
M**E
AWESOME
fits
E**U
Just needed a simple walk around lens
I have been a Nikon person since 1958 and have owned much of the line since the original "F" and even two Nikon range finder cameras, one of which I equipped with an adapted Agenieuex 90 mm/f/2.8 lens for street work. I could talk your head off on the history of Nikon glass, the good, the great and the dogs. Every maker has had ample of each. I have a lens cabinet full of lenses that regular workouts and I select whatever I want depending on what I intend to do on any given day.That brings me to the words: walk around lenses and kit lenses; the first implying, correctly, that one is not setting out on a specific assignment or self-assigned photo shoot..its a casual thing, and the second terms "Kit Lens has come to imply a consumer/pro-sumer less than stellar, cheap lens. OK...so let's look at this less than bank breaking optic. Please note; I am a purist and reach for a single focal length prime whenever I can or carry a zoom of exceptional quality. I have other lenses that cover the focal length of this lens with a D700, a wonderful piece of equipment, but I chose to acquire this lens for the lightest carry around possible.Yes it is, (The popular term of derision "plasticity") but, and there are several of them,; it works well and is sharp! While I am not enamored of the plastic mount; I did not acquire the lens with the idea of subjecting it to the rigors and ravages of situations that will do it in. I don't abuse my equipment by either design or stupidity. It is what it is; one of best "Kit Lenses" you are going to encounter! I have 6 (16 x 20 prints) on my desk now taken with this lens and they are perfect. I am not to give any construction Kudos here, but if you know what you are doing the optics are fine and the out put excellent. That is a helluva deal for this price.I have other Nikon lenses that cover the range, Tamron, Sigma and Tokina as well. They all are fine lenses with more sturdy build, and heavier, bulkier. This is a true travel light lens that will serve the budget conscious or aging photographer such as myself when all you are doing is carrying your camera for whatever happens to appeal to you. At the price you can't go wrong. Just remember it won't take the abuse of a $500 to $2000 lens, I am not going to engage the nit pickers and pixel peaking self-ordained experts of the world often found in these reviews. The proof is the final print laying on the desk.A the widest angle of the lens all of the cautions of good technique in using more extreme wide angle lenses apply, framing, focus, positioning and attention to perspective in composition.Let it suffice that one could employ the stellar Nikon 16/35/F4 zoom, big bucks, and produce horrid photos if all one believes is that by laying out that cash is going to solve all the problems of working with extreme wide angle optics. Study, practice, experimentation, experience and honest self-appraisal of your effort(s) are far more important.There are many fine cameras and lenses in this world. They don't produce exquisite photographs; the photographer holding that camera does.To conclude; this is a "Kit Lens" inexpensive, but don't pass it up. If you want something of more sturdy build; opt for it; pay for it, or up grade when you are ready. I'm not inclined to let the lens go any time soon as it is travel light and competent. (Ed. Dickau)PS:Re. VR..Excellent!
R**C
Better than Expected
I had purchased a Nikon D3100 seven years ago for my kids to use in a photography class. I know nothing about photography, but now I want to learn. My boys gave me the camera and said one of the two lenses was broken. Sure enough, I couldn't make it work - very frustrating.I decided to take a chance on this used lens since it sounded good and the ratings for the seller were over four stars. I got it about two hours ago, took it out of the package, put it in the camera, and it worked better than expected! Since it has a range of 18-55mm, I set it on Auto on 18mm (first pic), then from the same place, I set it on 55mm. The camera/lens automatically focused and gave me a beautiful zoomed-in picture in less than 5 seconds! This replacement lens was used, but their description was more than accurate (clean, no scratches, no mold, a bit of dust [which is negligible]). VERY pleased!
E**S
Great lens
So far, I really love this lens. It can't nail the detail of my manual 50mm f/1.8, nor is it fast enough to freeze motion, but it's a great zoom lens to just carry around. A lot of pictures don't need the kind of detail I get with the prime lens, and it's really nice to be able to pick a focal length, compose, and shoot--knowing that the auto-focus and VR are going to capture exactly what I want most of the time.The manual focus ring sucks, it just slides around, no dampening at all apparently. If you need to capture something fast, use the autofocus. The manual ring will do if the auto's just a little off, but it seems to work really well.Two switches--VR on/off and M/A for focus mode. Zoom ring is comfortable, focus ring sucks. This is a G lens--no aperture ring.Image quality is great, no complaints here. As I said, it doesn't quite match the sharpness of my 50mm prime, but of course, I wouldn't expect it to. It's excellent for its purpose, and I'm very happy with the quality.Focuses at around 5.5" I got a little closer than that on manual at the wide end if I remember right. The depth of field was about half an inch around that point, but it's not a steep drop off (so, no really great subject separation) Still good, though.Didn't notice any ghosting or flare described earlier, but I don't do highly contrasted scenes with bright lighting, like city nightscapes. Or at least, I don't use a zoom for it.VR works well. I didn't have any problem getting sharp images at this speed anyway, but it definitely helps with natural lighting.Little heavy on the D40, tips the balance to the lens a bit. Not enough to need the grip, but I bet the old ED II (which is still the kit lens with the D40) was a little more balanced. When I can get the VR version for a Franklin (flawless refurbished from Cameta, 90 day warranty), though, I can't argue.Really happy with it, definitely grab one if Cameta has a refurb. It's well worth the retail price, as well.
T**Y
This lens was used. It’s like brand new!
Works perfect and there was not a mark on it. Great!
M**H
Great for macro photography
We use these for taking photos of coins for eBay. They work really well and the photos look consistently great.
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