Make sure this fitsby entering your model number. It includes LC-67 67mm snap-on front lens cap , LF-1 rear lens cap , HB-32 Bayonet lens hood, CL-1018 Flexible lens pouch and maximum reproduction ratio is 1/5 Vibration Reduction is engineered specifically for each VR NIKKOR lens and enables handheld shooting at up to 3 shutter speeds slower than normal. Aspherical lens element virtually eliminates coma and other types of lens aberration, further improving image integrity. Nikon Super Integrated Coating (SIC) enhances light transmission and offers superior color consistency and reduced flare. Close focusing to 1.48 feet - Creative close-up photography is possible throughout the entire zoom range.
This is a great walk around lens with a lot of applications. When I bought my Nikon D7000, this was the lens that came with it and it was fantastic right up until I dropped it and it broke. I went to replace it on amazon right away. When I received it I noticed the new one is made in China as opposed to the old one which was manufactured in Thailand. Right away, you can feel a material difference. It feels lighter weight than my original, but the quality of pictures seem to be the same. It continues to be a great low light lens, which is one of my favorite things about it.
Frankie C.
4
I pretty much like this lens. I have been using in for about 3 months. I bought it as a single lens solution for a trip I was taking back east and did not want to carry 5 lenses with me. I do have a Sigma 18-200mm which I really like but its a non VR (OS). After some experimenting I see the real value in a VR type lens. The Nikon 18-105 also is in the zoom range of my flash and using TTL keeps things simple for me. The images with this lens on my D300s are really good. Some bad shots but they were like my fault (still learning the secrets of shooting with the D300s. I do agree with another review that the build on this lens is a little flimsy. My two main complaints (1) the focus ring is really easy to grab and easy to rotate. I am uncomfortabe with that cause of the warrning with the D300 as well as other Nikons about using manual focus when you are in Auto Focus Mode (IT COULD HARM THE AUTO FOCUS MOTOR). So maybe it should not be so easy to grab and turn. I guess the solution was the same I used to get to Carnegie Hall (practice, practice, practice). (2) The lens hood is really cheaply made and is hard to get on and off (funtionaly ok). Unlike my 18-55 kit lens shows no vignetting when wide open and the lens hood in place, so thats a good thing. It has become the lens I keep on the camera most of the time and covers about 90% of my shooting. I have not seen any practical degredation in my images in any portion of the zoom range and its close focus is usually good enough to get a little creative. Anyways,,, A good lens for the price for sure. So untill they build a lens mount on a turret so you can quickly change prime lenses. This lens is a practical solution for my needs.
Vikas Garg
4
Its a nice lens and imho fairly underrated! Dont know why others dislike kit lenses, I have had great experience with them. Sure body is plastic and its not F/2.8, but with a tripod its a great landscape lens, and for the price I can do with the cheap body as long as the glass is good. I use it with a D7000 and D2X, it focuses fast, its fairly sharp. Maybe once I use a pro lens I will realize what I am missing, but for now this is what I can afford and it does the job well without breaking my bank.
Steven Rinehart
4
I like this lens. It is great for general shooting around the home, hiking or exploring little towns. It is light weight and not cumbersome when walking into little shops or antique stores. It is not a macro or zoom but will work well for general use for the general photographer. I gave it only 4 stars because it is for general use; a professional my not use it for professional shoots. I do think it is great for the causal photographer and great for the price because of the quality. I am glad I have it in my collection.
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