AF-S DX ZOOM NIKKOR 18-70 F/3.5-4.5G IF-ED

by Nikon

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 3 x 2.9 x 2.9 inches ; 14.9 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds
• ASIN: B0002DRL8E
• Item model number: 18 - 70 mm / F 3,5 - 4,5 S DX IF-ED
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #112,454 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: July 2, 2004

Product Description

The AF-S DX 18-70mm f/3.5-4.5G IF-ED covers a very popular focal length range (equivalent to 27-105mm in 35mm format), and offers a selection of Nikon's highly regarded technologies such as Silent Wave motor (AF-S) for super fast and quiet autofocus operation, Extra-Low Dispersion glass (ED) for minimized chromatic aberrations, and Internal Focusing (IF) for convenient and balanced handling. In addition, the AF-S DX 18-70mm f/3.5-4.5G IF-ED also incorporates hallmark Nikon features that customers have come to expect from Nikkor lenses, such as distance information guide window, a reliable metal lens mount for years of durability, and a M/A mode for seamless switching between autofocus and manual modes. Designed exclusively for use with DX Format SLR cameras, DX Nikkor lenses deliver a versatile range of angle-of-view, higher performance, and outstanding center-to-edge-to-corner image quality, while realizing smaller and lighter designs. All DX Nikkor lenses have a picture angle comparable to that of 35mm format lenses with a 1.5x factor. Of course the 18 - 70 mm DX is the perfect complement to the newly announced D70 digital SLR

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Good kit lens, March 20, 2008

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Glen D. Geen (DFW) - See all my reviews
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I got this lens as part of my D70 kit in 2005. It is a very good kit lens and a great lens to learn on. This lens will take any photographer a long way. Just note that in poor lighting conditions a flash will be necessary. I am debating replacing this lens with a 17-35mm f2.8. I am not sure that 1 - 2 f-stops will buy me much.

This is my trusted and true lens. I only took two lenses to Hawaii, this one and my 70-300mm (non-VR version). That is all I needed. Both lenses handled the trip well. For outdoor photography, the 18-70 is a champ. In tight quarters, with the pop-up flash, this lens will provide some great imagery. I used this lens to photograph an indoor corporate event but it required an external flash. I have the SB-600 and this lens provides the required information to the flash to properly adjust the flash intensity.

4 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Nikon 18mm - 70mm, August 27, 2007

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G. Ramirez "rvt13" (critiCali.... son!) - See all my reviews
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I am a novice photographer, and I think this lens is great for my learning purposes. It was recommended to me by a professional. I have no regrets starting off with this lens, it gets the job done, plus you simply just cant go wrong with Nikon. Even their cleaning supplys are far superior than other camera clenaing supplys

0 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars 18-70mm by Rene`, November 4, 2007

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Rene R. Cloutier - See all my reviews
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This is a better than average lens. After using my new 70-300mmVR lens I will by purchasing this lens as a VR model. Nikon should add a macro capability to it.
It takes very sharp pictures and I would recommend it in the below $600.00
lens category.

Rene`