The orientation is difficult, since there are in total 8 different versions of this lens (in five generations, the last three of which are either stabilized or non-stabilized). There is a big mess in all the names and types of the small and inexpensive 18-55mm Nikkor zooms that have been produced by Nikon since 2005.

In this review, I will explore the performance characteristics of the latest 18-55mm AF-P VR version in detail and compare it to both older iteration of 18-55mm AF-S VR II and other Nikon lenses, such as the Nikon 18-140mm VR. While the first iterations of the lens (produced from 2005 until 2014) were known for average to poor quality, the newer AF-S VR II generation released in 2014 gained much better reputation due to solid optical performance in a lightweight body with efficient optical stabilization. This is also the reason why the grey market is flooded with different types of 18-55mm Nikkors. They are also sold as standalone products and hence they are some of the most used lenses in the Nikon line-up. The 18-55mm zooms are often delivered with entry-level Nikon DSLR bodies (such as D3400, D5600) as a bundle. The optical design features two aspherical elements for better sharpness and chromatic aberration control. It is an all-plastic lens featuring the newest stepping motor, which focuses faster and quieter than the traditional silent wave motor used on most standard Nikon lenses. In this in-depth field review, we are going to have a look at the Nikkor 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G AF-P VR, the latest Nikon basic DX standard kit lens launched in September of 2016.

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