Nikon 1 Nikkor 10-30mm f/3.5-5.6 VR

Looking for a Nikon 10-30mm lens review? Read on to find out what we uncovered in our objective optical lab tests.

The Nikkor VR 10-30mm f/3.5-5.6 is the standard zoom lens for the brand new Nikon 1 compact system camera range. Featuring a built-in Vibration Reduction unit, collapsible-barrel design and an iris diaphragm with seven rounded blades, does this lens deliver the image quality goods? Read our in-depth Nikkor VR 10-30mm f/3.5-5.6 review complete with sharpness crops and full-size sample photos to find out...

The Nikon 1 Nikkor VR 10-30mm f/3.5-5.6 PD-Zoom is a fine starter lens that's bundled with Nikon 1 cameras, but don't buy it separately at full price.

A standard-range zoom lens for Nikon's new CX-format cameras.The 1 Nikkor VR 10-30mm f/3.5-5.6 is one of two lenses offered with the new Nikon 1 camera bodies. Covering an angle of view equivalent to 27-81mm in 35mm format, this lens is suitable for all kinds of general photography, including family snapshots, scenery and portraiture. It features a retracting design, similar to the Olympus 14-42mm kit lenses (which cover the same 3x zoom range).