Lens Summary
Brand: Nikon
Also Known As: Nikon 18-70mm f/3.5-4.5G
Lens Type: Zoom Lens
Format: APS-C / DX
Focus: Autofocus
Lens Mount: Nikon F
Release Date: 2004-01-28
MSRP Price: $199
Made in: Japan
Infrared Rating: Mixed
Production Status: Discontinued
Lens Description: This 3.8x wide-angle zoom, designed exclusively for use with Nikon’s DX-format, is ideal for general photography including landscapes and portraits.
Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-70mm f/3.5-4.5G IF-ED Specifications
| Lens Specifications | |
|---|---|
| * Supplied accessories may differ depending on country or area | |
| Lens Type | Zoom Lens |
| Focal Length | 18-70mm |
| Mount Type | Nikon F |
| Format | APS-C / DX |
| Compatible Format(s) | DX, FX in DX Crop Mode |
| Compatible with Teleconverters | No |
| Zoom Ratio | 3.9x |
| Maximum Reproduction Ratio | 0.16x |
| Vibration Reduction (Image Stabilization) | No |
| Aperture Information | |
| Aperture Ring | No |
| Maximim Aperture | f/3.5 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/22 |
| Maximum Angle of View (APS-C or smaller format) | 76° |
| Minimum Angle of View (APS-C or smaller format) | 22°50' |
| Optical Information | |
| Lens Elements | 15 |
| Lens Groups | 13 |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 |
| Extra-Low Dispersion Glass Elements | 3 |
| Aspherical Elements | 1 |
| Super Integrated Coat (SIC) | Yes |
| Focus Information | |
| Focus | Autofocus |
| Built-in Focus Motor | Yes |
| Silent Wave Motor (SWM) | Yes |
| Internal Focusing | Yes |
| Minimum Focus Distance | 1.3 ft. (0.38m) |
| Focus Mode Switch | Auto, Manual |
| G-type | Yes |
| Distance Information | Yes |
| Filter Information | |
| Filter Size | 67mm |
| Accepts Filter Type | Screw-on |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Weather / Dust Sealing | No |
| Mount Material | Metal |
| Dimensions | (Approx.) 2.9x3.0 in. (Diameter x Length) 73x75.5mm (Diameter x Length) |
| Weight | (Approx.) 13.8 oz. (390g) |
| Other Information | |
| Available in Colors | Black |
| Supplied Accessories | HB-32 Hood, CL-0915 Case, 67mm lens cap, Rear lens cap |
Lens Construction
MTF Chart
It came as the kit lens for the D70s. I used it for years and never noticed the need for VR. It is a great lens. Easy to use too. Dropped it and broke it but am giving thought to sending it in for a repair estimate.
Used this combo for quite a few years and still have both. They still work. Can’t beat Nikon reliability!
Great lens even today. I got this lens with my D70s. With the D7100 it is awesome. Wish Nikon made it with VR.
Amazing value for money and, used wisely, surprisingly sharp.
This is a nice lens. I have one attached all the time to my Nikon D5100. It has that bit of extra range versus the 18-55 kit lens. These are still around, I have bought two of them on eBay, both in very nice condition. I gave one to my daughter. It would be even nicer if Nikon would re-release ths lens and put VR on it.