Have Camera Will Travel - Reviews & Tips HomepageHave Camera Will Travel - Reviews & Tips

David Coleman Photography

  • Reviews & Tips
  • GoPro
  • Lightroom
  • Places
  • Photos
  • Reviews
    • Nikon
    • Sony
    • Fujifilm
    • Cameras
    • Lenses
    • Sample Images
    • Travel Tripods
    • Adventure Cameras
    • 360°
  • Memory Cards
  • GoPro
  • Flash
  • Travel Tripods
  • Books
  • Social Media
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • YouTube
    • Twitter

Nikon 18-55mm Lens Zoom Range

Here are some practical examples that show the zoom range of Nikon's 18-55mm lens in case you're trying to decide which lens bundle and kit lens to go with.

Nikon 18-55mm Lens on a Nikon D3400 DSLR body

Categories: Lenses, Sample Images
Tags: Nikon, Nikon 18-55mm Zoom Lens, Nikon D3400 DSLR, Nikon D3500 DSLR
Last updated about 6 months ago // Originally published about 3 years ago

Several of Nikon’s DSLRs can be purchased in a bundle with a 18-55mm kit lens. Its formal designation is the AF-P DX NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR.

This is one of Nikon’s entry-level lenses. It’s inexpensive, small and light, and versatile and makes for a good everyday starter lens. If you’re looking to invest in your lens collection there are better options for low light, blurring the background, and overall optical quality, but those lenses are not going to be in everyone’s budget, especially right off the bat.

It’s often cheaper to buy the body and a kit lens as a bundle rather than separately, and there’s sometimes a choice of a bundle that includes just the 18-55mm lens or another that includes both the 18-55mm as well as a much longer (and larger) 70-300mm lens.

There are several considerations when choosing a lens, of course, but one of the key ones in this case is how much you can zoom in and out. So here are some practical examples that show the zoom range of the 18-55mm in case you’re trying to decide which lens bundle to go with, whether you’re buying for yourself or as a gift.

Nikon 18-55mm f/3.5 - 5.6G VR AF-P DX Nikkor Lens - International Version...
Nikon 18-55mm f/3.5 - 5.6G VR AF-P DX Nikkor Lens - International Version...
  • AF-P DX NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR
  • 7 diaphragm blades; Angle of view: 76° to 28° 50'. Maximum aperture-f/3.5, to 5.6. Minimum...
Check Price at Amazon

Zoomed out to 18mm, you get the equivalent focal length of 27mm if you were using a full-frame camera (also known as 35mm equivalent focal length). Zoomed in fully, it’s the equivalent of 82mm on a full-frame camera. So it’s wide enough for general everyday shooting of places and landscapes while also zooming in enough to be useful for flattering people photos. If you’re going on safari in Africa or looking to do sports photos, you’ll probably find that the 70-300mm lens will be more useful for those.

These were taken with the 18-55mm on a Nikon D3400. The practical zoom range is the same on any of Nikon’s DX series cameras, all of which include an APS-C cropped sensor.


Nikon 18-55mm Kit Lens Zoom Range

Nikon 18-55mm Kit Lens Zoom Range


Nikon 18-55mm Kit Lens Zoom Range

Nikon 18-55mm Kit Lens Zoom Range


Nikon 18-55mm Kit Lens Zoom Range

Nikon 18-55mm Kit Lens Zoom Range

Images and product information from Amazon PA-API were last updated on 2021-01-21 at 17:59. Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on Amazon Site at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.

Where to Buy a Nikon D3400 DSLR

The D3400 is an excellent camera for getting started with DSLR photography. But now that it has been replaced with a newer model, it will become increasingly hard to find in stores.

Some good places to look for new D3400s are Amazon and B&H Photo.

You can also find them used at major used camera gear sellers such as KEH (which is where I often buy when I'm looking for used gear).

Popular Lenses for the Nikon D3400

Nikon 35mm f/1.8G AF-S DX Lens for Nikon DSLR Cameras (Renewed)
This Certified Refurbished product is manufacturer refurbished it shows limited or no wear
$240.00 −$31.00 $209.00
Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 35mm f/1.8G Lens with Auto Focus for Nikon DSLR...
F mount lens/DX format. Picture angle with Nikon DX format 44 degree; 52.5 millimeter (35-millimeter equivalent). Rear focusing; Manual focus override
$196.95
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 50mm f/1.8G Lens
Focal length 50 millimeter, minimum focus distance 1.48 feet (0.45 meter); Optimized for edge to edge sharpness on both fx and dx format d SLRS
$216.95

Nikon D3400 Batteries & Chargers

BESTON 2-Pack EN-EL14 / EN-EL14a Battery Packs and USB Fast Charger for...
$27.99
STK EN-EL14 EN-EL14a Battery for Nikon D3400 D5600 D3500 D3200 D3300 D5300...
TESTED INDEPENDENTLY FOR SAFETY - CE and RoHS Safety Certification.; HAVE A PROBLEM, LET US KNOW We take care of our customers just email us.
$14.99
Kastar Battery Replacement for Nikon EN-EL14 EN-EL14a MH-24 MH-24a and...
Kastar Replacement Battery for Nikon EN-EL14 EN-EL14a Battery; Battery Type: Li-ion; Battery Voltage: 7.4V
$10.99

Popular Accessories for the Nikon D3400

All You Need Giant Accessory KIT for Nikon D3400 D3500 D5600
GIANT ALL YOU NEED 55MM ACCESSORY KIT FOR NIKON D3400 D3500 D5600; INCLUDES A WIDE ANGLE LENS, MACRO LENS 2.2X HIGH DEFINITION TELEPHOTO ZOOM LENS, BACKPACK
$189.00
Nikon D3400 24.2 MP DSLR Camera + AF-P DX 18-55mm VR NIKKOR Lens Kit...
Includes all original accessories plus a 90 Day Manufacturer Warranty; Nikon D3400 24.2 MP DSLR Camera with AF-P DX 18-55mm VR Lens Kit
$549.00
USB Cable Compatible with Nikon DSLR D3400 Camera Only, Compatible with...
Important:fit for Nikon DSLR D3400 Only! Not Compatible with other Nikon Camara!; Important: Download function only. can Not charge camera!
$5.99

Where to Buy a Nikon D3500 DSLR

The D3500 is an excellent entry-point camera for getting started with DSLR photography. You can find them at Amazon and B&H Photo. You can also find them used at major used camera gear sellers such as KEH (which is where I often buy when I'm looking for used gear).

Nikon D3500 Tips

I've put together a number of resources related to the Nikon D3500.

Good places to start are with the Nikon D3500 Q&As and recommended SD cards for the Nikon D3500.

Popular Lenses for the Nikon D3500

Nikon 35mm f/1.8G AF-S DX Lens for Nikon DSLR Cameras (Renewed)
This Certified Refurbished product is manufacturer refurbished it shows limited or no wear
$240.00 −$31.00 $209.00
Nikon D3500 For Dummies
King, Julie Adair (Author); English (Publication Language); 368 Pages - 01/14/2019 (Publication Date) - For Dummies (Publisher)
$29.99 −$3.00 $26.99
Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 35mm f/1.8G Lens with Auto Focus for Nikon DSLR...
F mount lens/DX format. Picture angle with Nikon DX format 44 degree; 52.5 millimeter (35-millimeter equivalent). Rear focusing; Manual focus override
$196.95

Popular Accessories for the Nikon D3500

Nikon D3500 24.2MP DSLR Camera + AF-P DX 18-55mm VR NIKKOR Lens Kit +...
$619.00
Nikon D3500 DSLR Camera with 18-55mm and 70-300mm Lenses Ultimate Travel...
24.2MP DX-Format CMOS Sensor; EXPEED 4 Image Processor; Native ISO 100-25600; 5 fps Shooting
$799.00
Nikon D3500 DSLR Camera with 18-55mm VR and 70-300mm Lenses + 128GB Card,...
$789.00

Nikon D3500 Batteries & Chargers

STK EN-EL14 EN-EL14a Battery for Nikon D3400 D5600 D3500 D3200 D3300 D5300...
TESTED INDEPENDENTLY FOR SAFETY - CE and RoHS Safety Certification.; HAVE A PROBLEM, LET US KNOW We take care of our customers just email us.
$14.99
New EN-EL14 EN EL14A EN-EL14A Battery for Nikon Coolpix P7800 P7700 P7100...
EN-EL14A Battery
$69.00
Powerextra 2 x EN-EL14 EN-EL14a Battery & Dual LCD Charger Compatible with...
Battery Type:Li-ion, Voltage: 7.4V Capacity: 1500mAh
$29.99
By David Coleman
Instagram: @havecamerawilltraveldc

Last updated on July 16, 2020

Categories: Lenses, Sample Images
Tags: Nikon, Nikon 18-55mm Zoom Lens, Nikon D3400 DSLR, Nikon D3500 DSLR

I may earn a commission for purchases using links on this page. Learn more.

News & Deals

With the holidays fast approaching, there’s some great deals on photography gear and services available. I’ve put together a roundup of Black Friday and Cyber Monday 2020 Photography Deals. It’s a running list as new deals are announced, so be sure to check back.

Canon announces new EOS Rebel T8i DSLR. Canon has announced their new T8i DSLR. 24MP APS-C cropped CMOS sensor, 4K24 video, and updated image processing and detection systems. It’s available for preorder from B&H Photo.

New Firmware for the Ricoh GR III. Ricoh has release firmware v1.31 for the GR III. Release notes are: “Corrected — When shooting with the multiple exposure, in rare cases the live view may not display correctly. Improved stability for general performance.” You can download it here.

New Canon 1D X Mark III Pro DSLR Announced. Canon has announced their new flagship model of pro DSLR, the 1D X Mark III. They’re sticking with a 20.1MP CMOS sensor, but it’s a new and improved version and boasts an incredible native ISO range of ISO 100 to ISO 102400 and an extended range that goes up to a jaw-dropping ISO 819200. With revamped autofocus, a new image processor, and all sorts of other bells and whistles, it’s no wonder that Canon is billing it as “The Ultimate EOS.”

New Manfrotto Pro Rugged Memory Cards. Manfrotto, an Italian probably best known for their tripods and studio accessories, has launched a new Pro Rugged range of high-end SD, microSD, and CompactFlash cards. While they don’t have a huge selection of sizes and speeds, the cards are aiming for very fast cards that can put up with rugged demands. For instance, they claim that their V90 rated SD cards can withstand three times the force (20kg / 45 lbs) of a regular SD card. I’ve ordered some to run through my speed tests.

New Sony Alpha a7 firmware released. A firmware update for the Sony a7R IV now lets you control external Sony flashes from the camera’s own menu system. Up to 15 flashes in five groups can be controlled via the camera. It also applies to the a7R III and a7 III.

Comments

  1. Reid Matthews says

    October 28, 2018 at 2:32 pm

    Thank you! This is exactly what I was hoping to find in a search of lens ranges.

    Reply
    • David says

      October 30, 2018 at 10:36 am

      Glad it’s useful!

      Reply

Questions & Comments Cancel reply

You have to agree to the comment policy.

About Me

I take photos. I travel. I do it for a living. Seven continents. Dozens of countries. Up mountains. Under water. And a bunch of places in between.

Get in Touch

Newsletter

© 2009–2021 David Coleman · Have Camera Will Travel LLC · all rights reserved


Photos by David Coleman. Please contact me for licensing images.
All images are registered with the U.S. Copyright Office.


Privacy & Disclosure · Cookie Declaration · Disclaimer · Terms of Service · Copyright · Contact


XML Sitemap