AF-S DX NIKKOR
18-105mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR
This 5.8x zoom, designed exclusively for use with Nikon’s DX-format, features Nikon’s VR image stabilization and is perfect for portraits and action.
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AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-105mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR
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Such a great lens!
I have used (and I'm still using it today) this lens for more than one year and this is such a good lens!
I have bought it with D90, which makes a great couple together.
This lens is very very sharp and usable in each "category" to photograph.
I used it for gigs, portraits and landscapes, with the best of the results!
I would (definitely) recommend it instead of 18-55mm ;)
April 21, 2011
Great Walk Around Lens
I purchased this lens as part of a kit. I have found it to be a good lens for general photography. It has sufficient range to perform in most photographic situations. The only issue I have with it is that the aperture is not large enough when zoomed in for some lowlight situations. While this is not always an issue, it is something to consider when purchasing this lens.
April 18, 2011
Great First Lens
This is a great first lens. If has a good focus range, but is too slow for most action shots. The boken is good at the 18 end but when you reach out to 105 you can tell that the aperture closes up, and background blur gets less. For most everyday uses this is a great lens but I wouldn't recommend this if you are going to try and make a profit off of your shots. For any other use I WOULD recommend this lens.
April 18, 2011
Good lens for the price
I've used this lens allot for all kinds of photography, though the images I get from it varies from just ok to very good (sometimes) for the price of this lens I can't complain, I get good enough images with it for my needs with a cheaper lens, overall the lens is a decent investment for personal photography
April 17, 2011
A great kit lens
This lens is a perfect range for DX sensor cameras - you add an 80-200mm or 70-300mm zoom, and you have a great 2 lens kit for travel. I shoot this lens a lot on a custom infrared converted Nikon D200 camera body. The VR gives me at least 1.5 stops of hand-holdable shutter speed advantage, although subject movement becomes a problem sometimes, and no VR lens can fix that.
April 16, 2011
Good overall lens for day to day shots.
I am very happy with this lens on my D-90. All of my pictures are in focus and the wide angle and zoom capability make it very flexible for most pictures. I have had my camera and lens for 15 months now. I would recommend this lens to my friends and others.
April 16, 2011
A very nice kit lens!
This lens is good if you are buying it as a kit lens which come with a kit set of D90 or D7000 either than that you shouldn't but it. I would recommend 18-200mm VR more over than this. Due to it's range, it making me having a limit, I have a feeling of pushing beyond 105mm limit. Other than the range problem, this lens is consider very good as a kit lens. It can do nice color and I haven't seen any ghosting effect as my other old lenses.
Caution: If you planing to use this lens for a video shooting on your DSLR Mic don't use the autofocus mode because the sound of the focus is terribly bad and noisy it also quite slow.
April 16, 2011
On my camera 90% of the time.
I purchased this lens as an upgrade from the 18-55 that came on my D50. I purchased a D90 (Body only) and wanted better glass for it.
April 14, 2011
fairly quick / great for landscapes
I find this lens really good for the type of landscapes I shoot with my d300s. It has given me the type of pictures that I need for my business, especially the deep shadowed detail I am looking for.
The one criticism. I wish that it felt more substantial I worry that it will not last very long when I am climbinmg over rocks or through heavy brush.
April 14, 2011
Better Than I Expected
This is the lens that came with my Nikon D7000 and the more I use it the better I like it. It's at its optical best in the 24mm-60mm range which suits my style. In the 60mm-105mm range it's still very good when you pay attention to aperture settings for best sharpness. f8 seems to be the sweet spot in this range. For the price you can't beat it and the colour rendition is just fine.
April 14, 2011
Good lens
This lens gets great pictures and has a comfortable zoom range for most situations. My only complaint is that it could have a bit better aperture.
April 14, 2011
I Approve
I have been away from SLR photography for about 10 years after being involved for about 40 years. Back in those days my favorite lens was my 43-86 zoom. I would say that the 18-105 is a great replacement in current technology and a perfect pairing with my new D7000.
In my first outing with it I did notice that I need to remove the lens hood with the flash on in the wide angle mode. Since the hood is notched it seems curious that they didn't take this into consideration and allow one of the notches to line up on top. I think that might have eliminated the shadow if you forget to take it off.
April 14, 2011
standard zoom
as far as kit lenses go, this is the one to get. it's not much larger than the 18-55, but gives you so much more useable length. my daughter's both have the 18-55, which is also a great lens, but grab my 18-105 whenever i'm not using it. that's how much of a difference it makes. takes great shots and you don't miss much.
April 14, 2011
This is a great lens for the features and price
If you are on a budget or are new to photography this is the lens for you. It is a great well rounded lens, it came with my D7000 from Best Buy and has served me well. I sometimes take it to school and I see some lizards around and I take pictures of them and the size of the lens and the mediocre low light functionality means it is a good lens. However I would have liked it to have a better zoom so I will be getting a 55-300mm vr lens. I would say that this lens is something that is a "must" in any camera bag!
March 17, 2011
Great all purpose lens.
This has become my primary lens for all that i shoot. Very dependable.
December 13, 2010
Great kit lens
I got the 18-105 with my D3000, as a present from my family. It was great they chose to upgrade the standard kit to a better lens, instead of going for a better camera. This piece of glass is truly versatile, and of very decent optical quality. As stated in other reviews, plastic mount, a bit of distortion at 18 and some vigneting at 105 isn't five stars, but this lens keeps cost down while affording a fantastic zoom range, truly weel chosen by Nikon. VR works indeed, and at mid values sharpness is comparable to much higher grade lenses. So, a fantastic piece of kit for newbies and intermediate users, no doubt about it.
August 11, 2010
Good, solid value
I bought this to supplement the 18-55mm kits lens on my Nikon D40. It has become my main lens due to its versatility and IQ. I have only have 2 niggling issues: First the manual focus ring is too easily moved when holding the lens.Secondly, the lens tens to suffer form "zoom creep" if pointed up, or down. Gravity tends to take over. That should not happen.
August 5, 2010
Good all round
This lens came with my camera (Nikon D90) and I use it alot, I do portraits with it I use it at weddings I use it for basicly any type of photography except for low light but over all I really like the lens.
August 3, 2010
Nice to have
An excellent lens for my pets and family photo. A good general purpose lens. I use it on my D40X at all the time. 18-135mm or 18-150mm are perfect mutch for me.
August 1, 2010
great all purpose lens
when i got my new camera, it came with the 18-55mm lens, and as part of the deal, a 55-200mm. the next day, i returned the 55-200mm and got the 18-105mm. this gives me the close personal range, and enough distance, to shoot waterfalls,without constantly swapping between the 18-55 and 55-200. now i can shoot waterfalls, people in front of waterfalls, and wide angle big picture shots. the 18-55mm remains in my bag as a backup, in case anything happens.
July 30, 2010
Great Starter / Kit lens
In my opinion, this is a great all around lens from wide angle to portrait shots. If you have to carry with limited lenses, I would recommend this for the casual vacation trip.
This lens works well in low light if you have a tripod. I use this lens on my D90.
July 30, 2010
Great all purpose zoom...
This kit lens turned out to be far better than I expected. It produces sharp and color correct photos. Action is smooth and there is no lens creep.
At both the extreme wide angle and the extreme zoom, photos are going to show some aberrations. Buildings will lean in extreme wide angle shots. Shadows will appear in the corners at the far end of the telephoto zoom range. These issues were expected given the price of this zoom.
What was not expected was the fine clarity when photos were severely cropped and then blown up. This is a fine lens and one that will remain in use as I add more lenses to my kit.
July 30, 2010
Nice versatile zoom lens
This lens came with my D90 and makes great pictures from 18-105. If I could only take one lense this would be it. It does need more light being f 3.5 to 5.6 still a great lens.
July 30, 2010
A great kit zoom lens
Came as the stock lens for the D80. Very versatile zoom range, though not very quick (f 3.5-5.6). Great response with good lighting or a flash. A little bit of barrel distortion as you zoom, but nothing really noticeable unless you view at 100%.
Overall a great, lightweight zoom lens for the DX bodies.
July 30, 2010
Very good general purpose
As a newbie to DSLR I cut my teeth on this lens. I have had it for about 1 1/2 years and used it about 90% of the time. It has served me well.
The mount has not been a problem, but then I baby the camera and lens.
My only gripe with the lens is that it doesn't focus as closely as I'd like. 1 1/2 feet is ok but I'd like it to be about 1/2 feet.
I currently covet the 18-200mm VR II lens. It is sharper and gives you that almost 100mm further reach.
July 30, 2010
Quality Images
This lens came with the camera when i bought it in 2008. While the lens itself has consistently produced great quality sharp images, the first 2 months i had it, i often had an error message, which was to do with the mount connection. There were several times the camera wouldn't shoot when i was in Morocco and i was furious about it. Then other times it would work again.
I sent the camera and lens back to Nikon for repair under warranty, and since then (18 months ago), i haven't had a single problem with it. It's a surprisingly good lens for a kit lens!
July 20, 2010
QUALIDADE QUE SURPREENDEU.
Uma lente extremamente versátil rápida, silenciosa perfeita para diversos motivos, uma resposta muito boa para locais de extrema luminosidade.
April 22, 2012
Great versatility, poor durability
I've had my D90 for about 3 years. This lens offers tremendous versatility and has done a very serviceable job. I am not a pro, so I don't take thousands upon thousands of photos. But I am an avid amateur and have enjoyed this setup very much. If I have to grab one lens to go, this is the one I revert to. That being said, I am disappointed that after a couple of years of what I consider average use, the plastic mount on the lens has cracked. There was no sudden impact or drop from a height. Just went to take off the lens, and crack goes the mount and a slim piece of plastic sheered right off one of the flanges that anchors the lens to the camera body. I'm in the process of working with Nikon to send it back for repair since there is no Nikon service provider in my area. My fear is that I'll be told that it can't be fixed and the lens is shot. And of course out of warranty. I hope I'm wrong. I've been using Nikon SLR products and lenses for decades and have subjected them to much tougher treatment than this lens has gotten, so I was surprised at the mount failure- and disappointed.
May 4, 2012
"ehh" pretty much sums up this lens
Recently I gave away all my canon stuff, and received the nikon d7000 as a gift & it came with this lens. Its alright, the word "ehh" pretty much sums up the performance. I just got the lens yesterday and im somewhat impressed but there are some things that annoy me so far. For example, the changing aperture from 18-105. At 105 the aperture is at 5.6 which does not let in much light. and also when you zoom in and out you have to change your exposure. If nikon could make this a 2.8 through out the zoom range it would be an amazing lens.
December 26, 2011
It is a good lens i usually take it to camps and take and other places
thats petty much it its a good lens to start off with.
November 30, 2011
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AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-105mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR
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would a teleconverter work w/ this lens? i am new to dslr.
1 year, 2 months ago
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Anonymous
Age: 25-34
Nikon Family: 0-1 years
Experience: More than a year
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no, tele-converters only work on FX (full frame) bodies with FX lenses attached.Nov 7, 2011 by
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smaperry
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Teleconverters do not work with this lens or any of the new generation Nikon lens. They work with the old Nikkor lenses but not with the new lenes with VR and auto focus etc. I would recommend purchasing a longer zoom focal length like a 200mm or 300mm VR AF.Aug 14, 2011 by
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M.R. Herron
Age: 55-65
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Nikon Family: 21+ years
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Unless your sample of the 18-105 is sharper than mine, I would not use a teleconverter with it. A teleconverter is kind of like an optical "digital zoom." It does not waste megapixals, but it does take the existing resolution and spreads it out. My lens does not have any resolution to spare.Aug 8, 2011 by
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Stevie G.
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I would professionally stay away from Teleconverters with digital. The lenses are calibrated for optimum performance as per their design. When you add teleconverters, you interfere with engineering principles as well as lose your ability to auto-focus in most cases.Jun 1, 2011 by
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Nicky Nikon
Baltimore, MD
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actually (please nikon officials look away) a kenko TC will work with nikkor superzooms as well (but of course, only in the tele area). i don't say it's pretty but it works.Has staff answer
AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-105mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR
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Is the 18-105mm lens compatible with the D3100?
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Jim
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yes all AF-S lenses are compatible.Nov 7, 2011 by
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YesJun 1, 2011 by
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Nicky Nikon
Baltimore, MD
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yes. That is what is great with the nikon camera from there old cameras to a new cameras the lens will fit.Answer:
Yes, the AF-S 18-105mm lens is compatible with the D3100.1 year, 2 months ago
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Anonymous
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yes all AF and AF-S lenses are compatible.Nov 7, 2011 by
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AbsolutelyJun 1, 2011 by
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yes. it'll autofocus because it's an AF-S, meaning the focusing motor is inside the lens. it'll also enable exposure metering and distance calculation.Has staff answer
AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-105mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR
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Is this lens compatible with the D50?
11 months ago
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Zach
Charlotte, NC
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yes, all AF and AF-S lenses are.Nov 7, 2011 by
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Yes, this lens is compatible with the D50.Answer:
yes
I just purchased a D90 with the Nikkor 18-105 kit lens, my question is about the focus ring. I thought that there would be a range to use and a stop point to let you know you have reached the closest or farest in that range. Mine kind of free turns, you can feel this very slight resistance like one should be there but goes past that pretty easy. Once it goes beyond that point it doesn't change the focus ability at all. Is it broke or is that the way everyone elses work??
Edit your post: To insert a product link use the format: [[ASIN:ASIN product-title]] (What's this?) I just purchased a D90 with the Nikkor 18-105 kit lens, my question is about the focus ring. I thought that there would be a range to use and a stop point to let you know you have reached the closest or farest in that range. Mine kind of free turns, you can feel this very slight resistance like one should be there but goes past that pretty easy. Once it goes beyond that point it doesn't change the focus ability at all. Is it broke or is that the way they all work?
Edit your post: To insert a product link use the format: [[ASIN:ASIN product-title]] (What's this?) I just purchased a D90 with the Nikkor 18-105 kit lens, my question is about the focus ring. I thought that there would be a range to use and a stop point to let you know you have reached the closest or farest in that range. Mine kind of free turns, you can feel this very slight resistance like one should be there but goes past that pretty easy. Once it goes beyond that point it doesn't change the focus ability at all. Is it broke or is that the way they all work?
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Kaye K.
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That's how it works. Even though it doesn't say it on the side, that focusing ring is actually an M/A (autofocus with manual override), meaning you can have it set to AF, but turn the focusing ring without damaging the gears on the inside of the barrel.Nov 12, 2011 by
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D. Andrew
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the fine focus ring does tighten slightly at max and min point but over rides those points when a small pressure is applied, so no its not broke.Nov 7, 2011 by
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AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-105mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR
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1 Is the AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-105mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR compatible with the D 5100 ?
11 months ago
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yes, all AF-S lenses work well with the D5100Nov 7, 2011 by
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Yes it is and I am sure you would love it I use it with my D5000 and my D7000.Aug 14, 2011 by
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AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-105mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR
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How do I set the infinity focus on the 18-105mm lens?
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set to manual (M).set focal depth (18mm etc).
Turn fine focus ring to the right until infinity focus is viewed.
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Using manual focus is going to be your best option.May 31, 2011 by
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AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-105mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR
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Is the AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-105mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR compatible with the D3000?
Is the AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-105mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR compatible with the D3000?
1 year ago
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Danang
Indonesia
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Indonesia
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yes. The AF-S lens is certainly needed with this model.Nov 7, 2011 by
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Yes, it is
AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-105mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR
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Is this lens (Nikkor 18-105mm) compatible with the NIKON D60?
1 year ago
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zoomclicks
midest
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yes all dx lenses will work.Nov 7, 2011 by
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Yes.Has staff answer
AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-105mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR
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Does this have any auto focus problem with D5100!? I got a new lens and its not giving me proper acuto focus!! any idea to solve this issue!?
1 year ago
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Amar
Hyderabad
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make sure then lens is an AF-S lens otherwise the D5100 wont be able to work with it...you'll have to go manual.Nov 7, 2011 by
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smaperry
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Cameras such as the D5100 do not have a focus motor in it, in this case the lens does. Please verify that the lens has the switch mode set to A and try another lens to determine if it’s the lens that is not Auto focusing.
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