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4. AF-P DX NIKKOR 18–55mm f/3.5–5.6G VR Lenses

Read this section if you purchased the camera with the AF-P DX NIKKOR 18–55mm f/3.5–5.6G VR lens kit available in some countries or regions. The parts of the lens are listed below.

This retractable lens is for use exclusively with DX format Nikon digital SLR cameras; SLR film cameras and D3-series, D2-series, D1-series, D700, D300-series, D200, D100, D90, D80, D70-series, D60, D50, D40-series, D7000, D5100, D5000, D3200, D3100, D3000 digital SLR cameras are not supported. When using it with a D5, D4-series, D810-series, D800-series, Df, D750, D610, D600, D7200, D7100, D5500, D5300, or D3300, be sure the camera firmware has been updated to the latest version.

• Focus
• Using the Built-in Flash
• Vibration Reduction (VR)
• Supplied Accessories
• Compatible Accessories
• Specifications

Focus

The focus mode can be selected using camera controls (0 Focus Mode).

Autofocus

Focus is adjusted automatically when the camera is in autofocus mode (0 Focus Mode). The focus ring can also be used to focus the camera if the shutter-release button is kept pressed halfway (or if the AF-ON button is kept pressed); this is known as “autofocus with manual override” (M/A). Autofocus will resume when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway (or the AF-ON button is pressed) a second time. Note that touching the focus ring while autofocus is in effect will change the focus position.

Manual Focus

When the camera is in manual focus mode, focus can be adjusted by rotating the lens focus ring (0 Manual Focus). When the camera is off or the standby timer has expired, the focus ring cannot be used to focus and rotating the zoom ring will change the focus position; before focusing, turn the camera on or press the shutter-release button to reactivate the standby timer.

Users of D5200 cameras should note that if the standby timer is allowed to expire, the focus position will change when the timer is restarted. Refocus before shooting. Longer standby times are recommended for manual focus and in other situations in which you may not release the shutter immediately after focusing.

Using the Built-in Flash

When using the built-in flash, be sure the subject is at a range of at least 0.6 m (2 ft) and remove lens hoods to prevent vignetting (shadows created where the end of the lens obscures the built-in flash).

When the lens is mounted on the following cameras, the built-in flash may be unable to light the entire subject at ranges less than those given below:

Camera	Zoom position	Minimum distance without vignetting
D5600/D5500/ D5300/D5200/ D3500/D3400/ D3300	18 mm	1.0 m/3 ft 4 in.
	24, 35, 45, and 55 mm	No vignetting

Vibration Reduction (VR)

When an AF-P DX NIKKOR 18–55mm f/3.5–5.6G VR is mounted on the camera, vibration reduction can be enabled or disabled using the Optical VR option in the shooting menu (0 Optical VR). If On is selected, vibration reduction will take effect whenever the shutter-release button is pressed halfway. Vibration reduction reduces blur caused by camera shake, allowing shutter speeds up to 4.0 stops slower than would otherwise be the case, increasing the range of shutter speeds available. The effects of VR on shutter speed are measured according to Camera and Imaging Products Association (CIPA) standards; FX-format lenses are measured using FX-format digital SLR cameras, DX-format lenses using DX-format cameras. Zoom lenses are measured at maximum zoom.

Supplied Accessories

• LC-55A 55 mm Snap-on Front Lens Cap
• Rear Lens Cap

Compatible Accessories

• 55 mm screw-on filters
• LF-4 Rear Lens Cap
• CL-0815 Lens Case

• HB-N106 Bayonet Hood

  Align the lens hood mounting mark (●) with the lens hood alignment mark () as shown in Figure q and then rotate the hood (w) until the ● mark is aligned with the lens hood lock mark (—○).

  

  When attaching or removing the hood, hold it near the symbol on its base and avoid gripping it too tightly. Vignetting may occur if the hood is not correctly attached. The hood can be reversed and mounted on the lens when not in use.

Specifications

Type	Type G AF-P DX lens with built-in CPU and F mount
Focal length	18–55 mm
Maximum aperture	f/3.5–5.6
Lens construction	12 elements in 9 groups (2 aspherical lens elements)
Angle of view	76° – 28° 50´
Focal length scale	Graduated in millimeters (18, 24, 35, 45, 55)
Distance information	Output to camera
Zoom	Manual zoom using independent zoom ring
Focusing	Autofocus controlled by stepping motor; separate focus ring for manual focus
Vibration reduction	Lens shift using voice coil motors (VCMs)
Minimum focus distance	0.25 m (0.9 ft) from focal plane (0 Focal Plane Position) at all zoom positions
Diaphragm blades	7 (rounded diaphragm opening)
Diaphragm	Fully automatic
Aperture range	18 mm focal length: f/3.5–22 55 mm focal length: f/5.6–38 The minimum aperture displayed may vary depending on the size of the exposure increment selected with the camera.
Metering	Full aperture
Filter-attachment size	55 mm (P = 0.75 mm)
Dimensions	Approx. 64.5 mm maximum diameter × 62.5 mm (distance from camera lens mount flange when lens is retracted)
Weight	Approx. 205 g (7.3 oz)

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