Nikon AF-S 105mm F2.8 G IF-ED Micro-Nikkor VR vs Nikon AF-S DX 18-70mm F3.5-4.5 G IF-ED
This is a full comparison between the lenses Nikon AF-S 105mm F2.8 G IF-ED Micro-Nikkor VR and Nikon AF-S DX 18-70mm F3.5-4.5 G IF-ED .
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Product |
Nikon AF-S 105mm F2.8 G IF-ED Micro-Nikkor VR |
Nikon AF-S DX 18-70mm F3.5-4.5 G IF-ED |
| Name | Nikon AF-S 105mm F2.8 G IF-ED Micro-Nikkor VR | Nikon AF-S DX 18-70mm F3.5-4.5 G IF-ED |
| Also known as | Nikon Nikkor AF-S 105mm F2.8 G IF-ED Micro-Nikkor VR | Nikon Nikkor AF-S DX 18-70mm F3.5-4.5 G IF-ED |
| Manufacturer | Nikon | Nikon |
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Release Date and Price |
Nikon AF-S 105mm F2.8 G IF-ED Micro-Nikkor VR |
Nikon AF-S DX 18-70mm F3.5-4.5 G IF-ED |
| Release Year | 2006 | 2004 |
| Release Date | ||
| MSRP | N/A | 459 USD |
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Lens Type |
Nikon AF-S 105mm F2.8 G IF-ED Micro-Nikkor VR |
Nikon AF-S DX 18-70mm F3.5-4.5 G IF-ED |
| Lens Type |
Telephoto Macro |
Standard / Normal |
| Zoom or Prime | Prime lens (no zoom) | Zoom lens |
Mount and Compatibility |
Nikon AF-S 105mm F2.8 G IF-ED Micro-Nikkor VR |
Nikon AF-S DX 18-70mm F3.5-4.5 G IF-ED |
| Mount | Nikon F | Nikon F |
| Designed for APS-C sensor | No (Suitable for all sensors) | Yes |
Focus |
Nikon AF-S 105mm F2.8 G IF-ED Micro-Nikkor VR |
Nikon AF-S DX 18-70mm F3.5-4.5 G IF-ED |
| Autofocus (AF) | Yes | Yes |
| Built-in Autofocus (AF) Motor | Yes | Yes |
| Motor Type | No information | No information |
| Focus Method | No information | No information |
| Closest Focusing Distance | 31 cm | 38 cm |
| Maximum Magnification | ||
| Macro 1:1 | Yes | No (No Macro lens) |
Aperture |
Nikon AF-S 105mm F2.8 G IF-ED Micro-Nikkor VR |
Nikon AF-S DX 18-70mm F3.5-4.5 G IF-ED |
| Maximum Aperture | F2,8 |
F3,5-4,5
This lens has a variable aperture at different focal lengths. F3,5 at 18 mm F4,5 at 70 mm Variable Aperture |
| Diaphragm Blades | No information | No information |
Optics |
Nikon AF-S 105mm F2.8 G IF-ED Micro-Nikkor VR |
Nikon AF-S DX 18-70mm F3.5-4.5 G IF-ED |
| Construction | 14 elements / 12 groups | 15 elements / 13 groups |
| Special Elements/Coatings | No information | No information |
Focal Length |
Nikon AF-S 105mm F2.8 G IF-ED Micro-Nikkor VR |
Nikon AF-S DX 18-70mm F3.5-4.5 G IF-ED |
| Focal Length | 105 mm | 18-70 mm |
| Zoom Range | None (Prime lens) No Zoom available. |
52 mm |
| Built-in Teleconverter | No | No |
| Teleconverter Multiplier | N/A | N/A |
| Image Stabilization |
Yes
VR II |
No |
| Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | N/A | N/A |
Physical |
Nikon AF-S 105mm F2.8 G IF-ED Micro-Nikkor VR |
Nikon AF-S DX 18-70mm F3.5-4.5 G IF-ED |
| Weather Sealing | No | No |
| Diameter | 83 mm | 73 mm |
| Length | 116 mm | 75 mm |
| Weight | 720 gr | 420 gr |
Other |
Nikon AF-S 105mm F2.8 G IF-ED Micro-Nikkor VR |
Nikon AF-S DX 18-70mm F3.5-4.5 G IF-ED |
| Filter Type | Filter Thread | Filter Thread |
| Filter Diameter | 62 mm | 67 mm |
| Lens Hood | Included | Included |
| Lens Hood SKU | HB-38 | HB-32 |
| Tripod Collar | N/A | N/A |
| Tripod Collar SKU | N/A | N/A |