Name: Used Nikon 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G AF-S DX VR II Lens F/DSLR Cameras undefined
Brand: Nikon
SKU: US1943645
Price: 112.00 USD
Availability: Discontinued
Rating: 4.4 (23 reviews)

Nikon 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G AF-S DX VR II Lens F/DSLR Cameras

Nikon 18-55 f/3.5-5.6G-S VR II

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Nikon 18-55 f/3.5-5.6G-S VR II 

Top Rated Gear: Used Nikon 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G AF-S DX VR II Lens F/DSLR Cameras undefined

 An ultra-compact, all-around lens that draws peak performance from DX-format HD-SLRs.   Life is full of interesting views, and you need a lens that can catch them all. Whether you're shooting wide group photos or portraits, close-ups or landscapes, photos or HD videos, the AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR II delivers the sharpest, most color-rich results imaginable. Optimized for Nikon's new high-resolution DX-format image sensors, it borrows the ultra-compact retractable lens barrel design from the Nikon 1 system. Nikon's remarkable Vibration Reduction technology provides 4.0 stops* of blur-free handheld shooting enjoy crisp, clear images even if your hands are a bit unsteady and shoot at slower shutter speeds in low-light situations. No matter where you're headed, grab the AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR II and rest assured: you'll be able to land fantastic shots.   Versatile 18-55mm focal length range   There's a reason Nikon includes an 18-55mm lens with so many D-SLR kits it's simply a fantastic all-around lens. The AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR II is the most compact, advanced version of the 18-55mm lens yet. A new retractable barrel design inspired by the Nikon 1 system makes it approx. 25% smaller and lighter than its predecessors, and the latest Vibration Reduction technology provides 4.0* stops of blur-free handheld shooting. Whether you're shooting wide group shots or tight close-ups, photos or HD videos, the AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR II delivers.   Optimized for DX-format cameras   The AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR II is optimized to draw maximum performance from Nikon's new generation of high-resolution DX-format HD-SLRs. Nikon's Super Integrated Coating (SIC) ensures outstanding color richness and contrast by reducing reflections and glare. A seven-blade rounded diaphragm renders backgrounds and out-of-focus elements in your shots with a natural, softly blurred appearance. Your photos and HD videos will reveal the astounding sharpness and detail your HD-SLR is capable of achieving.   The Nikon Vibration Reduction advantage   The AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR II features Nikon's latest Vibration Reduction image stabilization technology, which provides 4.0 stops of blur-free handheld shooting. That means your photos and videos will be tack-sharp, even if your hands are a bit unsteady. Additionally, it means you'll be able to shoot at slower shutter speeds without affecting image sharpness a huge advantage in low light situations where slower shutter speeds mean brighter photos.

Used Nikon 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G AF-S DX VR II Lens F/DSLR Cameras undefined

for a simple & cheap kit lens dont under estimate this beauty
it is very sharp, very light weight, provides clear sharp images
I love it for macro photographs whether color or B&W
I have 1 with VR & another without on such  a small lens I find VR is worthless

it is very sharp, very light weight, provides clear sharp images

The 18-55 mm lens itself appeared to be fine, but it was the fit, or misfit, of the "appropriate" Nikon lens hood that had me sending this back to Adorama in a few days.  Cheap, plastic and a fall-off-a-minute performance, I could not believe that engineers saw this as a good product combo and put it on the market.  My old, 18-55 mm put this new one to shame.  With a metal lens hood no less.  Sturdy and firm.  Wish the old one would have lasted a lifetime but, after all, it is a kit lens.
I am going to be looking at Tokina and/or others to answer my need for a new zoom in this category.  And I am a lifetime Nikon
user.

The 18-55 mm lens itself appeared to be fine

The lens arrived in less time than expected and was in perfect condition.  I would order again from Adorama

Excellent experience

A big surprise about a lens so reasonably priced to produce such amazing results.

Positive experience

I had the V1 for this 18-55 Lens. V2 has additional feature and seems to produce sharper focus than the previous.

V2 of Nikkor Lens

Only took some test shots with the lens and they were sharp. Gave it 4 stars because the manual focus ring is hard to grasp. Minor inconvenience. Recommend this lens.

A review

This lens is amazing, the fact that it came with my D3300 as a kit unit is even better. I have to say that I was skeptical at first, but after getting out of the auto mode with my DSLR and being fully in control of my camera, shooting in RAW mode, processing my files with the View NX, photoshop & lightroom applications the results from this lens are truly amazing. This lens will handle most situations you might want to capture ranging from travel, landscape, cityscape, architecture & night-time photography. Even after purchasing other lenses such primes and ultra-wide angles lenses, I still find myself mounting this lens to my DSLR and using it for most situations.

Some sample images all taken with the 18-55mm lens + D3300 DSLR Note - The last image is a panorama composed of 10 individual shots assembled in Photoshop.

Its a solid lens with a decent build quality

I got this lens in a kit, and I have to say, it is quite wonderful. I mostly use this to get some close-up shots, though it is also great if you just want to take some quick shots. I love the versatility of the lens, as it goes from 18mm - 55mm's, it lets you cover a wide range of subjects. A few other reviews talk of technical issues, but mine has worked fine, though a bit of the silver tape around the ring has come up at an edge. I'm not a HUGE fan on the lock-release-button, but I can live with the extra security. Overall, a great product.

Great Lens

The lens works great.  It is a perfect lens for everyday use.

Nikon 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G AF-S DX NIKKOR VR II Lens for DSLR Cameras

I bought this lens because I needed a mid-range zoom to take videos.  I've used it quite a bit with videos and stills, and it is excellent value for the money. Pictures and videos are sharp and bright. .

Excellent value for the $$$$

I loved mine, and would recommend other fellow mates to go for the Nikon store to get any refurb lenses that you would want for your Nikon DSLR.

The product works as good as new with additional warranty provided, you get more than what you pay :)

Thanks, A Happy Customer!!

Best place for Refurb. Lenses

Kit lens purchased with the D3300. I mostly shoot RAW and find the result sharp and without noticeable flaws. However, because I photograph mostly family, some stills, some street life, I cannot comment on linear distortions at wide angles mentioned elsewhere. I am satisfied with sharp prints from my Epson Pro 3880, mostly 5x7 and 8 x 10, the odd 13 x 19. However, the MAJOR FRUSTRATION is that I must push the lens button and rotate it on, each and every time before I am also able to fully use the camera. This feature is a continuing "pain in the button". It may be meant for a safe and secure lens resting position; I can only think of it as an ivory tower engineering design without any practical experience and understanding of actual consumer use of this lens.

2016 September 12

Lens seems to work fine but I note the focus ring is in an odd place and not easily accessable.  I find myself searching for it sometimes.

I find myself searching for it sometimes

Everything came packaged as expected. Lens works well, love Nikon equipment. Adorama people were a pleasure to work with from order on.

Nikon 18-55mm Lens

I like this lens a lot. It is versatile and easy to use. It is nice and compact and a great companion to my D3300.

Good beginner lens

Got this lens about 3 months ago to use on my D7000 and have been more than pleased with the sharpness and color rendition of my photos taken. I leave it on the camera about 80% of the time as my "standard lens" for all purpose shooting of landscapes, people, pets and other common/frequent subjects. It's a winner.

Small, light and sharp!

This is a good all round lens and it works well in most day to day photography. VR2 makes hand held shooting easy and gives sharp results. Excellent lens for people graduating from point and shoot cameras as the results in full auto will be similar to what they are used to but it still offers enough versatility to experiment and learn when you are ready.

Good All Round

I like to travel light. The only lens I take when traveling. Here or abroad. Enough pixels in camera to allow crop if "telephoto" needed. As for the distortion. No auto distortion control with this lens. No problem in most cases. At wide some barrel distortion on straight lines near edge. Easily corrected if desired in camera with the manual distortion control or in Lightroom or other software. I like the zoom collapse feature which allows for a very compact bag. Range of focal lengths is fine. Think of the notable photographer of past, Cartier-Bresson, Koudelka, Burri, Eisenstadt, Haas, Allard, Abell, etal and it covers the bulk of the focal lengths they used. I have ultra wides, fast single focal length, fast telephoto which I really don't like to use any more. Too heavy.

Great for travel.

Muito boa para quem está começando na fotografia, dá pra fazer muitas fotos bacanas com essa lente!

Versátil para começar

The AF-S DX Nikkor 18-55 VR II lens is truly a step up for Nikon's latest, high resolution cameras. Having owned and used a number of Nikon lenses, I'm happy to have this lens with me wherever I go. For family events and travel it's especially ideal on my D3300 body. A4 enlargements from this lens are dazzling. I feel no need to carry extra prime lenses, as long as I have a kit lens that performs this well. A number of common optical problems of past lower priced kit lenses in this range have been mostly remedied. One or two stops down seems to be the sweet spot in all focal lengths. I highly recommend this as a go everywhere compact and lightweight lens!

A very worthy kit lens!

I own a D5200 and only one lens (50mm 1.8) and I purchased this lens to have something at the wider end. I help a friend do videos for music, and the 50mm is sometimes too long, so I wanted something wider to be used for this, and also for landscapes and group pictures as well. It is a good piece of glass, and pictures come out sharp and the colors look vibrant as well. It's not a very fast lens, but the VR works well and it's compact design (in terms of size and weight) was pleasantly surprising. The biggest problem I have with it is the distortion I experience, especially at the wider end. I can fix my photos through Lightroom and they are able to correct the distortion pretty well. Do not get your hopes up too much because it is one of Nikon's cheapest lenses, but it is a step up from the previous 18-55, and image quality has been improved on the higher megapixel DX bodies, but my main advice is: pay attention to the distortion at wider angles, and be careful of the plastic mount!

Some Improvements; Good Glass

I bought the 18-55 for shooting close-ups of flowers and such. I know it's not a 1:1 macro, but the approximately 1:3 ratio works great for me. I shoot with a tripod and use a shutter release on the camera to ensure I don't have any movement on my part, and having a zoom lets me adjust my framing without having to physically move the camera and tripod. Since I use a tripod I turn the Vibration Reduction (VR) off.  I use both the autofocus and manual focus, and don't find flipping the A-M switch that big of a chore. Granted it's not as slick as being able to simply override the autofocus as I can with my 80-400 that I use for wildlife, but at the price point it's hard to complain. One aspect of the lens I'm not too taken with is the focus ring itself. In order for the lens to retract to its compact closed or locked position, the focus ring is about the same diameter as the barrel, hence it's a little harder to use. It's right behind the hood thread, which is a larger diameter so my fingers automatically grip that. It does rotate freely and the zoom works freely also. Though I use the lens mostly for close-ups I have shot other things hand holding the camera. Both the autofocus and VR work well. My lens is so quiet I thought it was broken. I had to really listen to hear it do it's thing. Overall I'm satisfied with my purchase.

Good for close-ups

Have had this lens about four years. Less than a year ago I had it repaired due to a rough spot when turning and focusing. It now appears there may be a similar problem as the shutter won't release most of the time with this lens attached. Waiting for an answer from tech support.

Beginning to wonder

I have been looking for a small DX wide-angle prime of decent quality for ages and had come close to buying the voigtlander 20mm several times. What kept dissuading me was its fiddly nature when mounting it, its cost and lack of AF. As an experiment I decided to try the new kit lens and keep it at its 18mm length for most uses. So far I have been very satisfied. Its resolving power may not be at the level of the 35mm and 50mm primes but as a lightweight general purpose and landscape lens producing prints up to 20'' by 30" it seems to be working well on my D7000.