Used Nikon AF-S DX 18-70mm f/3.5-4.5G ED Lens
Condition & contents
| Grading | Excellent |
|---|---|
| Testing | Fully tested |
| Warranty | 12 month warranty |
| Includes | Caps/Hood |
At a glance: 18-70mm f/3.5-4.5 DX zoom - brighter and better-built than the 18-55mm kit; no VR.
About this lens
The Nikon AF-S DX 18-70mm f/3.5-4.5G ED was Nikon's first AF-S DX kit zoom, bundled with the D70 and D200 from 2004. A slightly brighter zoom range than the later 18-55mm kit and built to a higher standard, with metal mount and ED glass.
Build & handling
| Autofocus | AF-S silent wave motor |
|---|---|
| Image stabilisation | No |
| Minimum focus distance | 0.38m |
| Filter thread | 67mm |
| Weight | 420g |
| Construction | Metal mount, ED glass, aspherical elements |
Works with
- Nikon F-mount DX (APS-C) DSLRs - all bodies including entry-level
- Not designed for Nikon full-frame (FX) DSLRs
Best for
A classic DX zoom from the early DSLR era - brighter than the 18-55mm kit, better built, and covering a more useful general-purpose range. Still a solid everyday lens on any Nikon DX DSLR, though it lacks VR stabilisation.
Frequently asked questions
Will it autofocus on entry-level Nikon DSLRs (D3xxx / D5xxx)?
Yes. The built-in AF-S silent-wave motor handles autofocus in-lens, so this works on every Nikon F-mount DSLR including entry-level bodies.
Does this lens have image stabilisation?
No. The 18-70mm G ED predates Nikon's VR consumer zooms. Stabilised alternatives include the 18-105mm VR and 18-55mm VR II.
Specifications
| Focal Length | 18-70mm |
|---|---|
| Lens Type | Zoom |
| Max Aperture | f/3.5 |
| Lens Mount | Nikon F Mount, Nikon DX Mount |
| Condition | Used |
| Brand | Nikon |