Product Comparison: Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 16-85mm F3.5-5.6G ED VR vs Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-105mm F3.5-5.6G ED VR
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General Specifications
Brand
Nikon
Nikon
Model
AF-S DX NIKKOR 16-85mm F3.5-5.6G ED VR
AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-105mm F3.5-5.6G ED VR
Origin
Japan
Japan
About the Product
The compact and highly versatile Nikon 16-85mm wide-angle-to-medium telephoto zoom lens is ideal for a broad range of shooting situations, from interiors and landscapes to portraits. The lens is equipped with Nikon's Vibration Reduction technology, which minimizes the effects of camera shake.
A great choice when you want a little more telephoto reach, the powerful AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-105mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR offers an approximate 5.8x zoom, making it possible to shoot most subjects with just one lens.
Key Specs
Mount Type
Nikon F-Bayonet
Nikon F-Bayonet
Maximum Aperture
3.5 /f
3.5 /f
Minimum Focal Length
16 millimeters
18 millimeters
Maximum Focal Length
85 millimeters
105 millimeters
Lens Type
Zoom
Zoom
What customers say about "Key Specs"
Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 16-85mm F3.5-5.6G ED VR Camera Lens
- This lens takes very sharp pictures at pretty much all focal lengths and aperture.
- Tack sharp at every focal length and aperture.
- For my purposes it's really sharp - at all focal lengths and any aperture.
- Maximum aperture of 3.5 to 5.6 is good.
- It's very sharp across its focal length and aperture range.
Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-105mm F3.5-5.6G ED VR Camera Lens
- It has good definition through all ranges.
- The 18mm focal length is great for some wide angle shots.
- The 105mm gives the photographer more versatility.
- Images are fairly good and sharp.
- Sharp images, great walk around lens.
Size & Weight
Height
2.8 in.
3 in.
Width
2.8 in.
3 in.
Depth
3.4 in.
3.5 in.
Weight
17.1 oz.
14.8 oz.
What customers say about "Size & Weight"
Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 16-85mm F3.5-5.6G ED VR Camera Lens
- Very well with its size, weight, versatility and performance.
- Well balanced and well built with moderate weight and size.
- The size and weight balance very well when used with Nikon D80.
- The color is great, the weight is easily managed and the lens performed flawlessly.
- Very good results so far. Compact design.
Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-105mm F3.5-5.6G ED VR Camera Lens
- Incredible comfort, balanced camera body.
- Lightweight lens with a very good focal range.
- This lens is very compact and very easy to use.
- Compact and versatile lens.
- Useful, stabilized, compact and efficient.
Imaging
Minimum Focus Distance
15.6 in.
17.7 in.
Field Of View
83° - 18°50’
76° - 15°20'
Zoom Type
Rotating
Rotating
Focus
Auto Focus, Manual Focus
Auto Focus, Manual Focus
Optical Stabilization
Yes
Yes
What customers say about "Imaging"
Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 16-85mm F3.5-5.6G ED VR Camera Lens
- This is a very sharp lens with a very good VR, quick focus and range.
- It is versatile with a fast focus and my images have good sharpness and color.
- Solid build. Fast accurate focus.
- It is very sharp and boasts high image quality, has effective VR system.
- Sharp, contrast and quick to focus.
Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-105mm F3.5-5.6G ED VR Camera Lens
- The autofocus is snappy, fast, and silent.
- Fine range of focal lengths.
- The autofocus is fast and is easy to remove and place on the camera body.
- Great autofocus and easy to clean.
- The zoom on the lens is nice and smooth and autofocus is quick and crisp.
Features
Brand Compatibility
Nikon
Nikon
Sensor Type Compatibility
DX-format
DX-format
Lens Groups and Elements
17 Elements in 11 Groups
15 Elements in 11 Groups
Number of Aperture Blades
7
7
Filter Diameter
67 millimeters
67 millimeters
Extras
VR (Vibration Reduction), ED (Extra-Low Dispersion) Glass, Aspherical Lens, Super Integrated Coating, AF-S (Silent Wave Motor), Internal Focusing
Aspherical Lens, ED (Extra-Low Dispersion) Glass, Super Integrated Coating, AF-S (Silent Wave Motor), Internal Focusing, VR (Vibration Reduction)
What customers say about "Features"
Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 16-85mm F3.5-5.6G ED VR Camera Lens
- The 16-85 is a great range for landscape and family portraits.
- Good wide to medium tele for DX cameras. Nice sharp images.
- Very sharp with excellent color rendition.
- The glass is gorgeous and and the zoom action.
- Build quality of the lens is good.
Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-105mm F3.5-5.6G ED VR Camera Lens
- Sharp edge to edge and excellent focal length for a DX lens.
- Fast focus, clear pictures, smooth zoom.
- Love this lens. Use it with my d5300 with no problems.
- The focus is very good and the construction is pretty robust.
- The 18-105 is good range of zoom for indoor and walk around lens.
Warranty / Certifications
Manufacturer Warranty
1 year(s)
1 year(s)
Certifications
CE
CE
Other Information
MSRP
699.95 $
399.95 $
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