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

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

Focal length
18–70 mm
Aperture
f/3.5–4.5
Weight
390 g
Filter diameter
67 mm
Min. focus distance
38 cm
Length
75.5 mm
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At a Glance

This standard zoom for Nikon F APS-C cameras runs from 18 to 70 mm, equivalent to 27-105 mm on full frame. Its aperture of f/3.5-4.5 narrows only slightly across the range. It has no stabilizer. It suits everyday shooting and travel.

Good for

  • Everyday
  • Travel

Worth knowing

  • APS-C image circle: on full-frame cameras only usable in crop mode, at reduced resolution.

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Technical Specifications

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Min. focal length
18 mm
Max. focal length
70 mm
Max. aperture (min. zoom)
f/3.5
Max. aperture (max. zoom)
f/4.5
Min. aperture
f/22
Elements
15
Groups
13
Weight
390 g (0.86 lb)
Filter diameter
67 mm
Min. focus distance
38 cm (14.96 in)
Max. magnification
1:6.3 (0.16×)
Length
75.5 mm (2.97 in)
Diameter
73 mm (2.87 in)

Manufacturer data: nikonusa.com, nikonusa.com

Last checked: October 13, 2026 (against the manufacturer data) · How we check

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Which cameras does the Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 18-70mm f/3.5-4.5G ED-IF fit?

The Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 18-70mm f/3.5-4.5G ED-IF is designed for APS-C sensors. On APS-C Nikon F-Mount cameras its field of view equals 27-105 mm in full-frame terms. Full-frame bodies use it in APS-C (crop) mode, recording only part of the sensor and fewer megapixels.

Nikon F-Mount cameras

Full frame (in APS-C mode):
Nikon D6,Nikon D780,Nikon D850,Nikon D5,Nikon D810A,Nikon D4S,Nikon D810,Nikon D750,Nikon Df,Nikon D610,Nikon D4,Nikon D800,Nikon D800E,Nikon D600,Nikon D3S,Nikon D3X,Nikon D700
APS-C:
Nikon D3500,Nikon D7500,Nikon D500,Nikon D3400,Nikon D5600,Nikon D5500,Nikon D7200,Nikon D3300,Nikon D7100,Nikon D5300,Nikon D3200,Nikon D5200,Nikon D5100,Nikon D7000,Nikon D3100,Nikon D300S,Nikon D5000,Nikon D3000,Nikon D90,Nikon D60

With the Nikon FTZ II / FTZ the lens can also be used on Nikon Z (DX/FX) cameras.

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

Key specs side by side with the most similar Nikon F-Mount lenses.

LensNikon AF-S DX Nikkor 18-70mm f/3.5-4.5G ED-IFSigma 17-70mm F2.8-4 DC Macro OS HSMSigma 17-70mm F2.8-4 DC Macro OS HSM | ContemporaryNikon AF-P DX Nikkor 18-55mm F3.5-5.6G
Focal length18-70 mm17-70 mm17-70 mm18-55 mm
Max. aperturef/3.5-4.5f/2.8-4f/2.8-4f/3.5-5.6
Weight390 g535 g465 g195 g
Filter diameter67 mm72 mm72 mm55 mm
Min. focus distance38 cm22 cm22 cm25 cm
Length75.5 mm88.9 mm82 mm62.5 mm
Autofocusyesyesyesyes
Image stabilizationnoyesyesno
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Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 18-70mm f/3.5-4.5G ED-IF: FAQ

Does the Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 18-70mm f/3.5-4.5G ED-IF have autofocus?

Yes, the Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 18-70mm f/3.5-4.5G ED-IF has autofocus.

Does the Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 18-70mm f/3.5-4.5G ED-IF have image stabilization?

No, the Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 18-70mm f/3.5-4.5G ED-IF has no stabilization of its own. On cameras with in-body image stabilization (IBIS) the image is still stabilized.

How much does the Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 18-70mm f/3.5-4.5G ED-IF weigh?

The Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 18-70mm f/3.5-4.5G ED-IF weighs 390 g. It is 75.5 mm long with a diameter of 73 mm.

What filter size does the Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 18-70mm f/3.5-4.5G ED-IF use?

The Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 18-70mm f/3.5-4.5G ED-IF takes 67 mm screw-in filters.

How close can the Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 18-70mm f/3.5-4.5G ED-IF focus?

The minimum focus distance of the Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 18-70mm f/3.5-4.5G ED-IF is 38 cm, measured from the sensor plane.

Is the Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 18-70mm f/3.5-4.5G ED-IF a full-frame lens?

No, the Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 18-70mm f/3.5-4.5G ED-IF is an APS-C lens. On APS-C cameras its field of view equals 27-105 mm in full-frame terms.

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