AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6G IF-ED (7.5x)

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A high performance compact and lightweight 7.5x zoom lens for Nikon DX format digital SLRs



2006 Release



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Main Features


18-135mm focal range (7.5x zoom) for use in a wide variety of situations (equivalent to a 27-202.5mm lens in the 35mm format) One ED glass and two aspherical lens elements
Incorporates a compact SWM (Silent Wave Motor) for quiet focusing Two focus modes, [A] and [M], are available Enables focusing from as close as 45cm (17.7 in.) from the subject through its entire focal range The IF design provides a constant lens length and eliminates rotation of the front lens element, facilitating the use of circular polarizing filters Seven-blade rounded diaphragm opening





Specifications






Lens construction

15 elements in 13 groups (one ED glass elements, two aspherical lens elements)

Picture angle

76° - 12°

Focal-length scale

18, 24, 35, 50, 70, 105, 135mm

Number of diaphragm blades

7 (rounded)

Minimum f/stop

22-38

Closest focusing distance

0.45m (1.5 ft.) (through the entire zoom range)

Maximum reproduction ratio

1/4.1

Zoom control

Manual, via separate zoom ring

Macro focusing

N/A

Focus-limit switch:

N/A

M/A mode

N/A

Focus lock button

N/A

Weight (approx.):

385g

Dimensions (approx.) (from the camera’s lens mounting flange)

73.5 x 86.5mm

Lens cap

Snap-on

Lens hood

HB-32

Lens case

CL-0915

Tripod collar

N/A

External front filter attachment frame

Does not rotate

External front filter

67mm

Slip-on filter

N/A

Built-in/rear filter

N/A

Circular polarizing filter II

Usable, even with dedicated Lens Hood HB-32

Infrared compensation scale

N/A

Supplied accessories

67mm Snap-on front lens cap (LC-67), Rear lens cap (LF-1), Bayonet hood (HB-32), Flexible lens pouch (CL-0915)

Optional accessories

67mm screw-in filters

Aperture ring

N/A

Distance scale

N/A






MTF Chart


Wide Tele

Spatial Frequencies S: Sagittal M: Meridional
10 lines/mm
30 lines/mm
How to read the MTF chart





Lens Construction



: Aspherical lens elements: Super ED glass elements
: ED glass elements