Name: Nikkor AF-S DX 18-105mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR
Brand: Nikon
SKU: 36727
Rating: 3.6 (8 reviews)

Nikon Nikkor AF-S DX 18-105mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR angle

Nikon Nikkor AF-S DX 18-105mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR

4.1

based on all reviews

Consumer ratings:

4.6 / 5

useful and versatile focal range
the lens balances very well on the camera
very good in the centre and good towards the edges

67mm filter thread does not rotate on focus
the front lens does not rotate while focusing
no VR Active mode like on some higher grade VR lenses

Construction: Zoom
Elements: 15
Focus method: Internal
Autofocus: yes
Max format size: APS-C (crop)
Focal length: 15, 105 mm
Image stabilisation: yes
Lens type: Normal, Telephoto

Nikon Nikkor AF-S DX 18-105mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR - Pros & Cons

useful and versatile focal range
the lens balances very well on the camera
very good in the centre and good towards the edges
A great value lens capable of decent quality results
is very sharp with good contrast and very good Bokeh
Sharpness is consistent throughout its range
and excellent
it is very efficient for travel and lifestyle photography
build-quality and design
shows excellent performance at all focal lengths
Amazingly sharp at all focal lengths
It is decently smooth
Very sharp and now i can use CPL filters for mountain landscape pictures
Fast focus
nice touch and more PRO look on your camera
image quality is ideal at maximum aperture
above-average performance

67mm filter thread does not rotate on focus
the front lens does not rotate while focusing
no VR Active mode like on some higher grade VR lenses
effect is less dramatic when the lens is focused at or close to infinity
Falloff of illumination towards the corners is not much of an issue with
The lens mount is also made of plastic
filter thread does not rotate during focus of zooming
Barrel distortion at 18mm is quite noticeable
colour fringing around high contrast edges
The lens does not feature a VR mode switch
the vignetting is only a bit too high at f/5
the filter does not rotate
IQ gets slightly worse and distortion gets really heavier
the body
not the lens
minor corner-softness and distortion
this lens is not aimed at the manual focus crowd
Corner shading is prevalent
105mm focal length

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Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 18-105mm F/3.5-5.6G ED VR Lens Unboxing

Nikon Nikkor AF-S DX 18-105mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR - Full Specifications

Lens type	Normal Telephoto
Lens mount	Nikon F

Aperture max	3.5-5.6
Aperture min	22-36
Aperture ring	no
Number of diaphragm blades	7

Construction	Zoom
Elements	15
Groups	11
Special elements / coatings	ED element Aspherical element
Power zoom	no
Zoom method	Internal

Weight	14.82 oz
Diameter	2.99 in
Length	3.5 in
Filter size	2.64 in

Max Format size	APS-C
Focal length	15 - 105
Focal Length 35mm Equivalent	27 - 157.5
Maximum magnification	5.0 x
Image stabilisation	yes

Focus method	Internal
Autofocus	yes
Autofocus motor type	Ultrasonic
Full-time Manual focusing	yes
Closest focusing distance	0.45

Colour of product	Black
Body materials	Plastic
Tripod collar	no
Hood supplied	yes
Filter thread	yes
Sealing	no

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Nikon Nikkor AF-S DX 18-105mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR Nikon - Editorial Reviews (7)

4.3

Based on 7 reviews

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Published: 22.12.2011

Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 18-105mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR Review | Photography Blog

4.0

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Nikkor AF-S DX 18-105mm f/3.5-5.6G VR Review

photographyblog.com

Published: 22.12.2011

Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 18-105mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR Review | Photography Blog

4.0

The AF-S DX Nikkor 18-105mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR is a standard zoom lens that can be used with cropped DX Nikon DSLR cameras. Originally launched alongside the D90 and now bundled with the D7000 and D5100 DSLRs, read our Nikon AF-S Nikkor 18-105mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR Review to find out if it makes the ideal first lens.

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Published: 16.02.2012

AF-S DX Nikkor 18-105mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR Lens

4.5

A well-build general-purpose lens with above-average performance for Nikon's DX-format cameras.Designed for use with Nikon's DX-format cameras, the new AF-S DX Nikkor 18-105mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR lens will be offered in some Nikon DSLR kits - including with the new D90, which was used for our tests. Covering angles of view equivalent to 27mm to 157.5mm, it represents a good general-purpose lens for everyday photography and is priced accordingly. Nikon's internal focusing system enables the lens to be used with angle-critical filters, such as polarisers, while a Silent Wave Motor focus drive ensures autofocusing is fast and quiet.