Nikon AF-P DX NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR Zoom Lens - Refurbished by Nikon U.S.A.

SKU: NK1855AFPVR

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Randall C : Will this work with my D5000?  I was told by Nikon, that is has limited compatibility for this camera.Fred L B : yes it shouldgeorge w : No it will not. Google af-p lens compatibility chart.KELLY G : I wouldn't bother. Find a good used 18-70 DX lens or upgrade your camera. You won't have things like AF or VR with an AF-P lens on your body.MICHAEL M : It might, I had some trouble with the lenses with a p suffix on the lens barrel. You might check the return policy if it isn’t working. Another option is to see if a camera store near you has one you can demo.
Chris R : Is this lense compatible with the  Nikon D3100 camera?
GEORGE H : Can I purchase this lens using gift cards?MICHAEL M : It is a store question, but I wouldn’t think that’s an issue!!george w : Make sure your Nikon is compatible. If you don’t know several of the lower priced D series cameras do not work with the AF-P lenses which is a shame because there awesome lenses. Go to Nikon USA website to find out.JAE THOMAS S : Check out the Gift Card Terms & Conditions on this link <a href="https://www.adorama.com/giftcard" target="_blank">https://www.adorama.com/giftcard</a> and give a call if you have any further questions! :)DARRYL A : a vendor specific question.Mark J : That's a question for the store. I'm a customer. Mark.

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2025-06-30T10:29:33

Rated 5 out of 5

Very Sharp and Versatile Lens!!

Outstanding and Sharp lens at all focal lengths. I use mine as an everyday walk around lens and have no complaints. Another very fine lens from Nikon!! I bought mine from Adorama and it was shipped very rapidly and packed very well!! I would not hesitate to recommend this lens and Adorama to those looking to buy quality camera equipment at affordable prices!! Adorama 's customer service is fantastic!!

Ken H.

2021-10-29T11:46:21

Rated 5 out of 5

Pie

Focuses sharp. Color is great. Focus is solo quiet!

STEVEN B.

2021-08-23T09:24:57

Rated 5 out of 5

A very good lens for a even better price.

I wanted a wider lens than 24 mm. The 18-55 was perfect. Perfect lens with a perfect price. Went out an field tested it. Just like new, good shapeless, light, a great value. I think it may become one of my favorite lenses for landscapes.

CHERRY C.

2021-02-06T15:30:51

Rated 5 out of 5

You would never have guessed my photos were taken by a complete beginner...

This quote, taken directly from Ken Rockwell's review of this very lens, is this reason I purchased my D5600 with the 18-55mm AF-P DX VR: "This is the best basic kit lens ever offered. It offers faster focus than most other Nikon lenses, as well as great sharpness, stabilizer and close-focus performance. Add the fact that it's small, light and inexpensive, and we have a winner". The very first time out with my new camera I was amazed at the image quality I got using this lens. It craves light though and I understood this fact when I went out shooting with it. Give it some sunshine to work with and it will reward you with fantastic photos. I am very impressed with this lens on my camera. I have read a few reviews by owners who claim that this lens "sucks". I could not disagree more with the nay-sayers. Use it within its designed capabilities and it really, really shines. It focuses so fast, so quietly that I wondered if I got the shot the first several times I pressed the shutter. The only wonder I have now is how this small camera and lens kit could produce such fantastic razor sharp colorful pictures. I simply love this lens on my camera. I hope that all the Nikkor lenses I purchase perform to this level of excellence. Nikon set the bar high with the AF-P DX Nikkor 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR.

Timbo777

2021-01-05T10:48:14

Rated 1 out of 5

Not able to focus

Not working..

KALLESH C.

2021-01-03T08:20:59

Rated 1 out of 5

Cheap, very light and does not work. Merry Christmas!

Does not work on my camera at all.

BUDDY N.

2020-12-22T08:29:32

Rated 5 out of 5

Good quality

Good lens but didn't fit my camera

RAMKUMAR J.

2020-11-24T16:27:37

Rated 4 out of 5

Very nice kit lens

Image quality better than expected. Build quality decent. Focus basically silent.

Kelly G.

2020-11-24T15:50:37

Rated 2 out of 5

Plastic Phlange

I hate the plastic mounting phlange! The lens works fine but it costs as much to repair as to buy a used one . Unfortunately I know from experience. Don’t bump into anything hard!

MICHAEL M.

2020-09-16T17:46:01

Rated 5 out of 5

Fantastic Deal

The lens is exactly what I ordered, it arrived early and was a great deal. love using Adorama for photography and other needs.

JAMES B.

2020-09-07T08:46:18

Rated 5 out of 5

Great Purchase

Like new, works perfectly, great pictures in good light, very satisfied. Get one if you need it. Unbeatable deal.

DANIEL Z.

2020-08-20T09:21:45

Rated 5 out of 5

Great quality

Great refurbished quality, nothing noticeable to even tell it was used. Will definitely make more purchases from here.

Anthony S.

2020-08-09T10:59:42

Rated 5 out of 5

Complete winner

This lens is perfect, considering I had dropped my previous lens and cracked it. The lens was delivered in a timely manner and packaged so great. Thank you and grateful owner.

Jennifer K.

2020-07-22T08:35:28

Rated 5 out of 5

GREAT CAMERA, GREAT PLACE TO BUY FROM! ADORAMA.

Really nice experience, great customer service, order toke little extended because I change it at last time, but customer service was very helpful I received it in 3 days, well package, great camera found some comments that refurbished cameras had some count in the shutter, and some marks, but I received a camera like brand new, and also when I did shutter count it was 6, because I shoot 6 pictures to try it, so shutter count was "0" I recommend this camera and refurbished your save is big, and also Adorama is very communicative and fast free shipping, I will buy again from Adorama.

EMILIO M.

2020-07-21T13:56:53

Rated 4 out of 5

lens

good lens for my nikon 3100

Fred B.

2020-07-06T08:48:00

Rated 4 out of 5

nikon 18-55 af-s is fun to use

For the price, versatile, light, focuses well. doesn't work on the old nikon D50. Works with the D750. I am having fun with it

LIZ W.

2020-07-03T19:19:51

Rated 4 out of 5

Solid versatile lens

Solid lens and very versatile. I’ve never had problems with refurbs. So far so good!

DERRILL J.

2020-07-02T09:28:02

Rated 5 out of 5

Nikkon D7500 Refurbished

Item arrived promptly on the west coast with next day shipping and was in great condition as a refurbished product. I’ll definitely purchase from Adorama again.

BENJAMIN B.

2020-06-29T18:00:41

Rated 5 out of 5

Great condition. Very satisfied.

This lens came with the purchase of a refurbished D7500 that I purchased. I couldn't be happier with its condition. There is no evidence of wear and after putting it through its paces around our house the resulting pics were sharp and devoid of dust or aberrations that would come from a dirty lens. This is not a top of the line lens with a very wide aperture at f/3.5 - 5.6, but it does the job for me as a non-professional that uses this lens for things like birthday parties and pics of the kids and dog. I bought the camera to complement my birding hobby so I got a longer telephoto lens. I also wanted a lens for general use that wasn't huge. This one came with the camera and fit the bill.

RUSSELL C.

2020-06-28T08:30:38

Rated 3 out of 5

I always use Nikon lenses. Never imititations.

This one came with the camera. My usual lens is the 10-24, which is superb.

George M.

2020-06-25T19:27:24

Rated 5 out of 5

No complain

The lens works perfectly

MOHAMMED K.

2020-06-17T08:26:46

Rated 5 out of 5

Love this website!!

It was fast and simple to use Adorama to get the camera of my dreams.

CIARA B.

2020-06-14T10:04:02

Rated 5 out of 5

Works great!

Works great with my Nikon 5200 camera!

GENE G.

2020-06-13T15:36:57

Rated 4 out of 5

satisfied customer

Like the lens and camera no complaints would use your company again. Very fast delivery

WALTER I.

2020-06-11T15:59:10

Rated 3 out of 5

People hate kit lenses but they really just doing their jobs.

Great for what it is for. Family photos, amateurs, and hobbyist. Best lens to learn from because it’s cheap, is a zoom, and has stabilization or VR. Can teach you how to use basically any wide angle and portrait lens once you’ve learned the strengths and purposes of each respective lens length. After this probably best to upgrade to a faster lens. I recommend zooms with fast apertures as the mechanics are similar and you can jump into professional work with a 2.8 or larger aperture, (1.8-1.2). But larger than 2.8 you probably run into just primes unles it’s a specialty lens. Either way have fun with it and don’t worry about experimenting with it because it cost like 40$ to replace and art is all about trying and trying again.

MISAEL L.

2020-06-09T17:16:23

Rated 5 out of 5

Great basic lens

Great basic lens

Anna U.

2020-06-08T13:46:04

Rated 5 out of 5

Great purchase

No issues! Awesome lens

DARYL A.

2020-06-08T08:52:11

Rated 4 out of 5

First time buyer

Very good lens.

ROGER S.

2020-06-02T16:20:14

Rated 5 out of 5

Very Reliable

It's a reliable "everyday" lens. The focus is very fast and it's a Nikkor, how can you go wrong?!

Juliana S.

2020-03-04T08:22:01

Rated 5 out of 5

Refurbished nikkor lens

I was nervous about "refurbished" but, this lens is absolutely perfect in every way!

Ralph M.

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Nikon AF-P 18-55 Specifications

General

General

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  • Brand

    Nikon

  • MPN

    20059

  • Lens Series

    Nikon DX

  • Color

    Black

  • Lens Type

    Wide Angle To Standard Zoom

  • Lens Mount

    Nikon

  • Format Compatibility

    APS-C / DX

  • Focus Type

    Auto Focus

  • Focusing Technology

    N/A

  • Closest Focus Distance

    10.8" / 27cm

  • Distance Information

    N/A

  • Built-In Motor

    Yes

  • Focal Length

    18-55mm

  • Angle Of View

    76 -28 deg.

  • 35mm Equivalent Focal Length

    27-82.5mm

  • Coverage

    N/A

  • Minimum Aperture

    f/22 - 38

  • Maximum Aperture

    f/3.5-5.6

  • Maximum Magnification

    0.10x

  • Lens Coating

    N/A

  • Aspherical Elements

    Yes

  • ED Glass Elements

    N/A

  • Filter Size

    55mm

Construction

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  • Lens Elements / Groups

    12 elements / 9 Groups

  • Diaphragm Blades

    N/A

  • Dimensions

    2.5 x 2.4" ( 64.5 x 62.5mm)

  • Weight

    7.3oz / 205g

Features

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  • Image Stabilization Type

    VR

  • Tripod Collar

    Yes

  • Waterproof / Water Resistant

    N/A

  • Dust Resistant

    N/A

  • UPC Code

    843342166573

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About Nikon AF-P 18-55

FEATURED REVIEWS

Quick and Light

By Bondster

Lens focuses remarkably quick and is extremely light. I'm using it on my new D3400. The package is so lightweight that I have it around my neck all the time. Getting amazing shots that I would have missed before. Lens is plenty sharp especially when I turn off noise reduction. Very happy.

Exceptionally Sharp and Lightweight

By DAVID A.

Wow, is this easy to carry. And surprisingly sharp for a kit lens. Makes carrying my camera around my neck all day very easy. Don't be fooled by the price. It's great.

A go-to lens for nearly any situation
With AF-P DX NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G on your DX-format DSLR, you'll be ready for anything. Part of Nikon's new "P" series of lenses, it uses a pulse motor (utilizing stepping motors) for ultra-fast, near silent autofocus and two Aspherical lens elements for outstanding optical performance. Capture wide landscapes and group photos one moment, then tight portraits, family sporting events and smooth HD video the next all with phenomenal clarity and precision. Compact, lightweight and extremely versatile, this lens will be your gateway to better photography.

Compact, lightweight all-around lens
This is a lens you'll take everywhere. Its 3.1x zoom range covers the highly versatile 18-55mm focal length range, great for everything from wide group shots and landscapes to family sports and portraits, even in dim lighting. A retractable barrel keeps the lens extremely compact, and its sleek, lightweight design perfectly complements Nikon's latest DX-format DSLRs. Shoot beautiful photos and HD videos with ease.

Outstanding Nikon image quality
Unleash the potential of your camera's high-resolution sensor. The AF-P DX NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G features the superb optics and advanced technology used on Nikon's high-end lenses. Two Aspherical lens elements achieve superior optical performance, giving your photos and videos rich, vibrant colors, deep contrast, minimal distortion and beautiful soft backgrounds, even in less than ideal conditions.

VR image stabilization
Nikon's Vibration Reduction (VR) technology offsets the shakiness of handheld shooting for sharper photos and steady videos. In low-light situations, VR lets the camera use a slower shutter speed* to capture sharp photos without blur. VR image stabilization gives you the benefits of a tripod without any extra gear. Switch between Autofocus and Manual Focus or turn VR on and off using the camera menu**. With no switches on the lens barrel, you have no chance of accidentally changing settings when you want to take the shot.

*Based on CIPA Standard. This value is achieved when DX-format compatible lenses are attached to a DX-format digital SLR camera and zoom lenses are set at the maximum telephoto position.

** The lens will default to VR on when attached to models released prior to the D3400: D3300, D3200, D3100, D5500, D5300, D5200, D7200, D7100, D7000. These cameras will also require a firmware upgrade to access the menu to turn off the VR

Nikon's Pulse Motor
Nikon's new "P" series of NIKKOR lenses use a pulse motor (utilizing stepping motors) to focus smoother and quieter than previous drive systems. Bring subjects into focus instantly with absolute precision. When recording video, smoothly shift focus from subject to subject with practically no drive noise.

Nikon AF-P 18-55 Features

  • Compact, lightweight all-around lens: This is a lens you'll take everywhere. Its 3.1x zoom range covers the highly versatile 18 55mm focal length range. A retractable barrel keeps the lens extremely compact, and its sleek, lightweight design perfectly complements Nikon's late DX-format DSLRs. Shoot beautiful photos and HD videos with ease.
  • Outstanding Nikon image quality: e AF-P DX NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR features the superb optics and advanced technology used on Nikon's high-end lenses. Two Aspherical lens elements achieve superior optical performance, giving your photos and videos rich, vibrant colors, deep contrast, minimal distortion and beautiful soft backgrounds
  • VR image stabilization: Nikon's Vibration Reduction (VR) technology offsets the shakiness of handheld shooting for sharper photos and steady videos. In low-light situations, VR lets the camera use a slower shutter speed to capture sharp photos without blur. VR image stabilization gives you the benefits of a tripod without any extra gear
  • Nikon's Pulse Motor: Nikon's new "P" series of NIKKOR lenses use a pulse motor (utilizing stepping motors) to focus smoother and quieter than previous drive systems. Bring subjects into focus instantly with absolute precision. When recording video, smoothly shift focus from subject to subject with practically no drive
  • Aspherical Lens: A lens with a curved, non-spherical surface. Used to reduce aberrations and enable a more compact lens size. Aspherical lenses minimize coma and other types of lens aberrations, even when used at the widest aperture.
  • M/A: Select NIKKOR lenses have a focusing mode which allows switching from automatic to manual focusing with virtually no lag time by simply turning the focusing ring on the lens. This makes it possible to seamlessly switch to fine manual focusing while looking through the viewfinder
  • Super Integrated Coating: Nikon Super Integrated Coating is Nikon's term for its multilayer coating of the optical elements in NIKKOR lenses.
  • Pulse Motor: Nikon's "P" series of NIKKOR lenses use a pulse motor (utilizing stepping motors) to focus smoother and quieter than previous drive systems. This quiet drive system makes the lenses ideal for use when shooting video.

Key Features

  • Compact, lightweight go-to lens for nearly any shooting situation
  • Versatile 18-55mm zoom range ideal for wide-angle shots, portraits, fast action, HD video and more
  • Ultra-fast, near silent autofocus powered by a pulse motor (utilizing stepping motors)
  • Two Aspherical glass elements provide outstanding optical performance
  • VR image stabilization ensures sharp photos, steady videos and enhanced low-light capabilities

What's in the box:

  • Nikon AF-P DX NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR Zoom Lens
  • LC-55A 55mm Snap-On Front Lens Cap
  • Rear Lens Cap (White)
  • Nikon 90 Day Warranty