Compact and versatile 5X standard zoom lens with f/4 maximum aperture

Perfect for landscapes, portraits, weddings and distant subjects offering a constant maximum aperture to maintain exposure settings throughout the entire zoom range and VR II image stabilization.

Nikon VR II (Vibration Reduction) Image Stabilization

Vibration Reduction, engineered specifically for each VR NIKKOR lens, enables handheld shooting at up to 4 shutter speeds slower than would otherwise be possible, assuring dramatically sharper still images and video capture.

2 Extra-low Dispersion (ED) Elements

Offers superior sharpness and colour correction by effectively minimizing chromatic aberration, even at the widest aperture setting.

M/A Focus Mode Switch

Enables quick changes between manual and autofocus operation.

Exclusive Nikon Silent Wave Motor (SWM)

Enables fast, accurate and quiet autofocus.

Rounded 9-Blade Diaphragm

Renders more natural appearance of out-of-focus image areas.

Extended range on Nikon DX-format D-SLR cameras

Angle of view is equivalent to a focal length of 36-180mm in FX/35mm format.

Nano Crystal Coat

Further reduces ghosting and interior flare across a wide range of wavelengths for even greater image clarity.

3 Aspherical Lens Elements

Aspherical lens elements virtually eliminate coma and other types of aberration, even when shooting at the widest available aperture.

Internal Focus (IF)

Provides fast and quiet autofocus without changing the length of the lens, retaining working distance throughout the focus range.

Nikon Super Integrated Coating (SIC)

Enhances light transmission efficiency and offers superior colour consistency and reduced flare.