Press Release: Nikkor 18-55 kit lens with VR

From family gatherings to sunny vacation beaches, the NIKKOR 18-55mm VR lens produces stunning results with vivid color and incredible sharpness. The 3x optical zoom offers users of Nikon DX-format D-SLR cameras including the D40, D40x, D80 and new D300 with a versatile picture angle perspective ranging from wide angle for dramatic landscapes and interiors, to moderate telephoto that is ideal for flattering portraits.

Beyond the lens’ incredible optical versatility is the amazing benefit of Nikon’s VR technology, which enables photographers to take substantially sharper handheld pictures at slower shutter speeds than would otherwise be possible. This provides the distinct advantage of being able to shoot more effectively in a much broader variety of challenging conditions. Nikon’s VR system affords users the ability to take pictures at shutter speeds up to three stops slower* than they ordinarily could shoot without the image-degrading blur caused by camera shake at slow shutter speeds.

Like all NIKKOR lenses, the new AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR lens is engineered to exacting standards to meet the demanding needs of digital photography. This digitally optimized lens features hybrid aspherical elements to minimize chromatic aberration, while Nikon’s Super Integrated Coating reduces instances of lens flare and ghosting. The lens also features Nikon’s compact Silent Wave Motor (SWM) technology for quiet, fast and accurate autofocus performance so no moment is missed.

The AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR lens will be available beginning December 2007 at an estimated selling price of $199

Specifications

Lens construction		11 elements in 8 groups (1 aspherical lens element)
Picture angle		76° – 28°50′
Focal-length scale		18, 24, 28, 45, 55mm
Number of diaphragm blades		7 (rounded)
Minimum f/stop		22-36
Closest focusing distance		0.28m/0.9ft (throughout the entire focal range)
Maximum reproduction ratio		1/3.2
Zoom control		Manual, via separate zoom ring
Macro focusing		N/A
Focus-limit switch:		N/A
M/A mode		N/A
A-M mode switch		Available
Focus lock button		N/A
Weight (approx.):		265g /9.3oz
Dimensions (approx.) (from the camera’s lens mounting flange)		73 x 79.5mm
Lens cap		Snap-on
Lens hood		HB-45
Lens case		CL-0815
Tripod collar		N/A
External front filter attachment frame		Rotatable
External front filter		52mm
Slip-on filter		N/A
Built-in/rear filter		N/A
Circular polarizing filter II		Usable, even with dedicated Lens Hood HB-45.
Infrared compensation scale		N/A
Supplied accessories		52mm snap-on front lens cap LC-52
Optional accessories		52mm screw-in filters, Rear lens cap LF-1, Flexible lens pouch CL-0815, Lens hood HB-45
Aperture ring		N/A
Distance scale		N/A

Press Release: Nikkor 18-55 kit lens with VR

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