Nikon launches new 18-105mm VR lens
To coincide with its release of its latest DSLR, the D90, Nikon has unveiled a new lens, designed to be used with the aforementioned camera, the AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-105mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR
Press Release NIKON LAUNCHES AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-105MM F/3.5-5.6G ED VR 27th August 2008: Nikon UK is pleased to announce the introduction of the AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-105MM F/3.5-5.6G ED VR. The new NIKKOR lens, with a focal length between 18 and 105 mm, is a high performance and cost efficient lens with a focal length equivalent to 27 to 157.5 mm in 35mm format that has been designed to partner with Nikon’s D90. High Performance – High Reproduction The AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-105MM F/3.5-5.6G ED VR is useful in a broad range of shooting settings. The wide zoom range makes it suitable for shooting buildings and scenery while the telephoto zoom range is ideal for portraits. The AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-105MM F/3.5-5.6G ED VR ’s built-in Vibration Reduction II system provides the equivalent of a shutter speed three stops faster than standard lenses, offering an extraordinarily high reproduction capacity. The high-performance optical system features a single ED glass element and one aspherical lens optimised for use for digital SLRs. This allows you to make high resolution, high contrast images, and minimising chromatic aberration. The ultra-compact built-in Silent Wave Motor ensures silent, fast and efficient autofocus operation, and the refined external design with leather-tone texture will appeal to Nikon users as it will match their camera bodies. Extreme Focal Length DX camera owners can have it all. Combined with the AF-S VR Zoom NIKKOR 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6G IF-ED; the two VR lenses cover a focal length of 18-450mm, ensuring you can capture virtually anything, from a close up object to a distant horizon. Pricing RRP: £199.99/ €274.00 Sales start date: September 2008 Major Features - DX-format, high-power 5.8x zoom lens with focal length ranging from 18 to 105mm - Broad picture angle range approximates the perspective of a 27-157.5mm lens on a 35mm-format film camera or Nikon FX-format digital SLR - Covers diverse shooting situations from wide-angle landscapes and interiors to portraiture and medium-range sports - Vibration Reduction assures sharper handheld pictures while shooting at shutter speeds up to three stops slower than would otherwise be possible - Built-in Silent Wave Motor delivers quiet, swift autofocus with superior accuracy - High-performance optical system featuring an ED glass element and an aspherical lens element realizes superior image reproduction capability - The rounded 7-blade diaphragm opening renders out-of-focus elements more naturally - Leather texture matches Nikon digital SLR’s body high-quality exterior design Specifications Focal length 18-105 mm Max/min aperture f/3.5-5.6 Lens construction 15 elements in 11 groups (with one ED glass and one hybrid a-spherical lens) Picture angle 76° , 15°20’ (DX-format) Minimum focus distance 0.45 m Max. reproduction ratio 0.2x (1/5) No. diaphragm blades 7 (rounded) Focusing Autofocus with built-in SWM and manual focus Filter/attachment size 67mm Diameter x length Approx. φ76-89 mm Weight Approx. 450 g Supplied accessories 67mm snap-on front lens cap LC-67, Rear lens cap LF-1, Bayonet hood HB-32, Flexible lens pouch CL-1018 The AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-105MM F/3.5-5.6G ED VR is supplied with the Nikon D90 in a special kit. For further information, please visit the Nikon UK site
