Nikkor Lens AFS DX 18-55 mm f/3.5-5.6G VR

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Vibration reduction is generally recommended when the camera is mounted on a tripod, although you may prefer to turn it off depending on shooting conditions and the type of tripod. Aspherical lens elements correct these distortions by continuously changing the refractive index from the center of the lens. We've taken a closer look at the image quality and dynamic range impact of the move to a Stacked CMOS global shutter sensor. pixel widths towards the edges of the frame, which may become visible in harsh crops, or in large reproductions of images. One genuinely desirable, but difficult to measure aspect of a lens's performance is an ability to deliver smoothly blurred out-of-focus regions when trying to isolate a subject from the background, generally when using a long focal length and large aperture.

If you own a camera from the last group, I recommend choosing the older (2014) version of AF-S VR II. The button on the zoom ring unlocks it so you can move the zoom ring between the shooting settings (18~55mm) or the collapsed lock (L) position. You can discern one from the other only by a written sign on the lens – no VR switches can be found on the stabilized version.

Shots considered 'sharp' have no visible blur at the pixel level, and are therefore suitable for viewing or printing at the largest sizes, whereas files with 'mild blur' are only slightly soft, and perfectly usable for all but the most critical applications. Nikon will not be held liable for damages that may result from any mistakes that this manual may contain. DC displays very good sharpness in the center of the frame throughout the zoom range (even if the amount of resolution is falling slightly with increasing focal lengths), and the close focusing ability is great for close-up shooting.

bigger or camera-original © file to explore on your computer (mobile devices rarely display full resolution images properly).There is a big mess in all the names and types of the small and inexpensive 18-55mm Nikkor zooms that Nikon produced since 2005. The 18-55mm zooms are often delivered with entry-level Nikon DSLR bodies (such as D3400 and D5600) as a bundle. An impressive performance at 35mm, where sharpness is high across much of the frame at F8, contrasts with a rather less desirable set of results at 55mm. When shooting with the entry-level D5300 body, I often had to opt for manual focus (in-camera setting) while making some panoramas. Let's better appreciate what we have, consider what gives us joy, and get out there to take some photos.

No switches; VR and AF/MF now controlled in camera menus (but you can just grab the ring any time for instant manual-focus override). The number of tests depends on the individual product but we are confident in this product having tested all the major functions. As this page is copyrighted and formally registered, it is unlawful to make copies, especially in the form of printouts for personal use. It offers faster focus than most other Nikon lenses, as well as great sharpness, stabilizer and close-focus performance.

An aspherical lens element minimises spherical aberration and other forms of distortion, while ensuring high resolution and contrast. When the camera is in manual focus mode, focus can be adjusted by rotating the lens focus ring ( 0 Manual Focus).