Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR II

The Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR II is one of the better kit lenses out there, but it's best acquired when bundled with a camera at a lower cost.

-- As reviewed by PCMag
Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 18-55mm f/3 1

Product details

  • Versatile 18 55mm focal length range
  • 25 percentage smaller and lighter than its predecessors
  • Vibration Reduction technology provides 4.0 stops of blur free handheld shooting
  • Optimized for DX format cameras
  • Maximum angle of view (DX format): 76°, Minimum angle of view (DX format): 28°50'

PROS

+ Quite sharp.
+ Optical stabilization.
+ Compact.
+ Inexpensive.

CONS

- Loads of distortion at 18mm.
- Narrow aperture.
- Hood not included.
- Plastic lens mount.

Expert reviews and ratings

By PCMag on March 25, 2014
The Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR II is one of the better kit lenses out there, but it's best acquired when bundled with a camera at a lower cost.
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