What's this? This is based almost entirely on the lens¿s image quality, based on tests of sharpness (modulation transfer function), geometric distortion, reflexes within the lens (flare), veiling glare index, vignetting, and macro performance. Ease of use was also considered.
Price range:
$154.95 - $199.95
Summary:This model has been tested by our experts.
The Nikon AF-S DX 18-55mm f3.5-5.6 G ED is part of the SLR lens
test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, SLR lens
models like the AF-S DX 18-55mm f3.5-5.6 G ED are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below.
Image quality:
Image quality is based on tests of sharpness (modulation transfer function), geometric distortion, reflexes within the lens (flare), veiling glare index, vignetting, and macro performance.
Modulation transfer function:
This is a measure of lens performance and shows how well a lens reproduces object detail in the image it produces.
Geometric distortion:
All lenses have degrees of geometric distortion, which will depict straight lines as slightly curved. Two most common types are barrel distortion and pin-cushion distortion. These types of distortions are often seen in zoom lenses at both ends of the zoom range.
About This Brand
Nikon is also a world leader in cameras and lenses. The company currently sells about dozens of auto-focus lenses and several manual focus lenses under the Nikkor brand. It splits its lenses between a standard F-Mount category and a smaller DX format class designed specifically for its small size sensor DX-format digital SLRs but can be used on full-size sensor bodies using the camera’s sensor crop settings. Nikkor auto-focus and manual-focus lenses cover a variety of focal lengths and price points and are divided into seven main categories: zoom, micro (aka macro), fisheye, wide angle, normal, telephoto, and PC, which is Nikon's tilt-shift category.
Features & Specs - Nikon AF-S DX 18-55mm f3.5-5.6 G ED
Kit bodies The SLR camera bodies that are sold with specific lenses.
Kit bodies
Nikon D60
Zoom ratio The zoom ratio is expressed by a value such as 2x or 3x, and describes the relationship between the longest and shortest focal lengths. For example, a 3x optical zoom with a minimum focal length of 18mm would have a maximum focal length of 54mm.
Zoom ratio
3X
Bayonet This describes which SLR or SLRs a particular lens is compatible with. It's also referred to as a lens mount.
Bayonet
Nikon
Weight (oz.) Weight of the lens (without case, pouch or filters).
This is a more than a good lens. <br />If it went up to 85 mm with the <br />same quality, I would call it great.<br />I would consider only the 600 dollar <br />Nikon zoom to replace it.
How long have you owned it:
More than six months
Bottom Line
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
Other User Reviews
4.0
(based on 2 reviews)
By
nossangu
User has 60 Days of experience with this product
4.0
upgrade is really worth it.
08/23/2008
Strength
Really helps novice photographer.
Weakness
None, yet.
This is an upgrade I made to my new camera package. I don't really know much about photography yet but my friend strongerly recommended that I get the VR lens and I'm assuming that is one of the reasons why but my photos turn out beautifully. Like I said, I'm still learning...
Can shoot in low light, slower shutter speed and still get pretty sharp pictures.
Weakness
Zoom ring seems to be slightly tighter then the non-VR version, otherwise no weakness I can see.
I had a 18-55mm II lens that came with my D40, and it shoots pretty nice pictures and does a good job. However, pictures that are below 1/30 are usually blurry when it's hand held, which is expected. So I decided to upgrade to the 18-55mm VR, which is suppose to counter handshaking of your camera. It does a pretty good job I would have to say, I have shot at 1/30, 1/20, 1/10, and 1/8 and still able to get pretty sharp pictures that would otherwise be very blurry if I was holding the camera.If you have the money, don't like carrying tripod all the time, and don't use flash too often this lens is good for you. However, just make sure you do know what this lens is capable of and what it is not. It only counters your handshake of the camera. This lens will NOT stop motion, and will not stop panning, if you need to stop motion just go get a flash (SB400 for around $100) or the 50mm f/1.8 lens which cost around $100.
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