Nikon Dx Af‑S Nikkor 18–55 Mm F/3.5–5.6Gii Ed – Camera Lens

The Nikon DX AF‑S Nikkor 18–55mm f/3.5–5.6GII ED is a standard zoom lens designed for Nikon APS‑C (DX‑format) DSLR cameras. Compact and lightweight, it’s often bundled as a kit lens, offering versatility for everyday photography — from wide‑angle landscapes to short telephoto portraits. Its Silent Wave Motor (SWM) ensures smooth autofocus, while the ED (Extra‑low Dispersion) glass element reduces chromatic aberrations for sharper images.

⚙️ Expanded Specifications

Focal Length: 18–55mm (equivalent to 27–82.5mm on DX sensors)

Maximum Aperture: f/3.5–5.6

Minimum Aperture: f/22–36

Lens Construction: 7 elements in 5 groups (includes 1 ED element, 1 aspherical element)

Diaphragm Blades: 7 (rounded aperture for smooth bokeh)

Closest Focus Distance: 0.28m

Maximum Magnification: 0.31×

Autofocus Motor: AF‑S Silent Wave Motor

Filter Diameter: 52mm

Dimensions: 73 × 71.5 mm

Weight: 205 g

📸 Compatible Cameras

DX‑format DSLRs: Nikon D3000, D3100, D3200, D3300, D3400, D3500, D5000, D5100, D5200, D5300, D5500, D5600, D7000, D7100, D7200, D7500

FX‑format DSLRs: Usable in crop mode only (limited resolution)

Mirrorless (via FTZ adapter): Nikon Z‑series cameras (Z50, Zfc, Z30, Z5, Z6, Z7, Z8, Z9) with adapter support

Not Compatible: Non‑Nikon bodies without adapters

⭐ Key Features

Versatile Zoom Range for everyday shooting

Silent Wave Motor for smooth autofocus

ED Glass Element for reduced chromatic aberration

Compact Design for portability

Aspherical Lens for improved sharpness

✅ Strengths

Affordable and widely available

Lightweight and easy to carry

Good optical quality for a kit lens

Smooth autofocus with SWM

Effective for beginners and casual photographers

⚠️ Limitations

Plastic build, less durable than pro lenses

Narrow aperture limits low‑light performance

No Vibration Reduction (VR) in this version

Limited sharpness compared to higher‑end Nikon lenses

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