Nikon AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 18-70mm f/3.5-4.5G IF-ED

Nikon AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 18-70mm f/3.5-4.5G IF-ED | S/N: 2744236

Nikon AF-S DX 18-70mm f/3.5-4.5G IF-ED Lens - Good Condition | High-Performance DX Standard Zoom Lens with Silent Wave Motor and Extra-Low Dispersion Glass

Introductory Paragraph The Nikon AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 18-70mm f/3.5-4.5G IF-ED is the definitive choice for the enthusiast photographer who values a highly versatile standard zoom range paired with advanced optical technologies. Specifically engineered for Nikon's APS-C digital SLR sensors, this high-performance lens covers an incredibly practical 3.8x zoom range (equivalent to a 27-105mm field of view on full-frame cameras), taking you effortlessly from sweeping wide-angle landscapes to tight, flattering portraits. Equipped with premium Extra-Low Dispersion (ED) glass elements and a rapid, whisper-quiet Silent Wave Motor (SWM), it serves as an incredibly capable tool for capturing sharp textures, rich colors, and immediate focus locks during fast-paced travel or family events. This Nikon zoom lens provides the exceptional digital clarity and structural honesty required to establish a powerful, everyday shooting setup.

Key Features

• Practical 3.8x standard zoom versatility, delivering an ideal focal range that effortlessly handles wide-angle street scenes and compressed portraiture.

• Premium three Extra-Low Dispersion (ED) glass elements, specifically formulated to eliminate chromatic aberrations and guarantee crisp, edge-to-edge optical contrast.

• Advanced composite aspherical lens elements, minimizing spherical lens distortions and ensuring excellent geometric rendering across the zoom spectrum.

• Advanced Silent Wave Motor (SWM) technology, driving an incredibly fast, highly precise, and completely silent autofocus tracking response.

• Internal Focusing (IF) architecture layout, keeping the physical length of the outer lens barrel completely static while preventing the 67mm filter ring from rotating.

• Seamless M/A (Manual/Autofocus) override switch, allowing immediate, tactile manual focus fine-tuning without ever taking your hand off the lens barrel.

• Specialized 7-blade rounded aperture configuration, engineered to produce natural, smooth out-of-focus highlights and pleasing bokeh backgrounds.

Condition Report Good condition. Body: Shows normal signs of light use, minor cosmetic surface scuffing on the durable polycarbonate barrel, and typical light aging marks on the rubberized zoom grip consistent with everyday handling. The metal lens mount flange is clean and locks securely to camera bodies. Sensor/Optics: The internal optical glass paths are clean and clear; completely free from internal lens fungus, heavy haze, separation, or scratches. A standard minimum level of internal micro-dust is visible under strong inspection light, which does not alter optical performance. Mechanics/Electronics: Fully operational. The mechanical zoom and focus rings turn evenly and smoothly across their entire ranges, the autofocus motor reacts instantly, and the internal electronic contacts communicate aperture data flawlessly with the camera body.

Specialist Note "The 18-70mm f/3.5-4.5G is widely celebrated as one of the absolute finest standard kit lenses Nikon ever produced, completely outclassing standard 18-55mm options in both build and optical quality. What makes it a true standout is its pure mechanical and optical honesty—Nikon didn't cut corners here, packing it with three genuine ED glass elements and a professional metal mounting flange complete with a rubber weather-sealing gasket. The f/3.5-4.5 maximum aperture layout keeps it surprisingly bright at the telephoto end, providing a noticeable half-stop advantage over typical kit lenses that slide down to f/5.6. It handles beautifully in the hand, offers an incredibly snappy autofocus response thanks to the SWM engine, and serves as an incredibly rewarding, budget-friendly walk-around lens for any DX-format photographer looking to upgrade their everyday kit."

What's Included

• Nikon AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 18-70mm f/3.5-4.5G IF-ED Lens (S/N: 2744236)

• Front Snap-On Protective Lens Cap (67mm)

• Rear Nikon F-Mount Protective Lens Dust Cap

Technical Specifications

• Brand: Nikon

• Model: AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 18-70mm f/3.5-4.5G IF-ED

• Lens Type: Standard Zoom Lens

• Lens Mount: Nikon F-Mount (DX Format Only)

• Focal Length: 18-70mm (27-105mm equivalent on FX sensors)

• Maximum Aperture: f/3.5 (Wide) to f/4.5 (Tele)

• Minimum Focusing Distance: 0.38m (1.2 ft)

• Category: 2. Lenses ▸ Standard Zoom Lens

• Battery Type: None