Nikon AF-P DX NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G

Lens Description: The AF-P DX NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G is a 3.1x normal zoom lenses covering the 18-55mm range of focal lengths (effective angles of view equivalent to those of a lens with 27-82.5mm focal lengths in FX and 35mm [135] formats). It is the first 'AF-P' lenses for Nikon digital SLR cameras, utilizing a stepping motor to drive AF for fast and quiet autofocusing. In addition, it has a compact and lightweight design for which retractable barrels were adopted for excellent portability, and the use of two aspherical lens elements has resulted in superior optical performance with which various types of aberration, including distortion and spherical aberration, are effectively suppressed.

Photography Life Review Summary: Nikon released the new DX 18-55mm AF-P VR lens as a relatively early update to the previous 18-55mm AF-S VR II generation. Unlike the predecessor, however, this lens is compatible only with the latest Nikon DSLR bodies. Otherwise, developers kept an almost identical design. Two tweaks were made on the outside: the function buttons (for vibration reduction and focusing) were removed from the body. The focusing ring was moved to the front for an easier manual focus override. Two changes are worthwhile mentioning in the interior design: one aspherical element was added to keep the aberration levels low and above all, a new stepping motor replaced the older silent wave technology. Paired with an efficient vibration reduction system, this makes a very good fit for shooting videos on your DSLR. You will not hear any noise as you refocus during recording. Read the full Nikon AF-P DX NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G Review by Photography Life.

Nikon AF-P DX NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G Specifications