116❚❚ AF-S DX NIKKOR 18–55mm f/3.5–5.6G VR II LensNikon reserves the right to change the specifications of the hardware and software described inthis manual at any time and without prior notice. Nikon will not be held liable for damages thatmay result from any mistakes that this manual may contain.Type Type G AF-S DX lens with built-in CPU and FmountFocal length 18–55 mmMaximum aperture f/3.5–5.6Lens construction 11 elements in 8 groups (including 1 asphericallens element)Angle of view 76 °–28 ° 50 ´Focal length scale Graduated in millimeters (18, 24, 35, 45, 55)Distance information Output to cameraZoom Manual zoom using independent zoom ringFocusing Autofocus controlled by Silent Wave Motor andseparate focus ring for manual focusVibration reduction Lens shift using voice coil motors (VCMs)Minimum focus distance • AF: 0.28 m (0.92 ft) from focal plane at all zoompositions• MF: 0.25 m (0.82 ft) from focal plane at all zoompositionsDiaphragm blades 7 (rounded diaphragm opening)Diaphragm Fully automaticAperture range • 18 mm focal length: f/3.5–22• 55 mm focal length: f/5.6–36The minimum aperture displayed may varydepending on the size of the exposure incrementselected with the camera.Metering Full apertureFilter-attachment size 52 mm (P=0.75 mm)Dimensions Approx. 66 mm diameter × 59.5 mm (distancefrom camera lens-mount flange when lens isretracted)Weight Approx. 195 g (6.9 oz)