Nikon AF-S DX 17-55mm F2.8 G ED vs Nikon AF-S DX 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 G VR II
This is a full comparison between the lenses Nikon AF-S DX 17-55mm F2.8 G ED and Nikon AF-S DX 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 G VR II.
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Product |
Nikon AF-S DX 17-55mm F2.8 G ED |
Nikon AF-S DX 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 G VR II |
| Name | Nikon AF-S DX 17-55mm F2.8 G ED | Nikon AF-S DX 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 G VR II |
| Also known as | Nikon Nikkor AF-S DX 17-55mm F2.8 G ED | Nikon Nikkor AF-S DX 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 G VR II |
| Manufacturer | Nikon | Nikon |
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Release Date and Price |
Nikon AF-S DX 17-55mm F2.8 G ED |
Nikon AF-S DX 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 G VR II |
| Release Year | 2003 | 2014 |
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| MSRP | N/A | 249 USD |
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Lens Type |
Nikon AF-S DX 17-55mm F2.8 G ED |
Nikon AF-S DX 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 G VR II |
| Lens Type | Standard / Normal | Standard / Normal |
| Zoom or Prime | Zoom lens | Zoom lens |
Mount and Compatibility |
Nikon AF-S DX 17-55mm F2.8 G ED |
Nikon AF-S DX 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 G VR II |
| Mount | Nikon F | Nikon F |
| Designed for APS-C sensor | Yes | Yes |
Focus |
Nikon AF-S DX 17-55mm F2.8 G ED |
Nikon AF-S DX 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 G VR II |
| 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 | 36 cm | 28 cm |
| Maximum Magnification | ||
Aperture |
Nikon AF-S DX 17-55mm F2.8 G ED |
Nikon AF-S DX 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 G VR II |
| Maximum Aperture | F2,8 |
F3,5-5,6
This lens has a variable aperture at different focal lengths. F3,5 at 18 mm F5,6 at 55 mm Variable Aperture |
| Diaphragm Blades | No information | No information |
Optics |
Nikon AF-S DX 17-55mm F2.8 G ED |
Nikon AF-S DX 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 G VR II |
| Construction | 14 elements / 10 groups | 11 elements / 8 groups |
| Special Elements/Coatings | No information | No information |
Focal Length |
Nikon AF-S DX 17-55mm F2.8 G ED |
Nikon AF-S DX 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 G VR II |
| Focal Length | 17-55 mm | 18-55 mm |
| Zoom Range | 38 mm | 37 mm |
| Built-in Teleconverter | No | No |
| Teleconverter Multiplier | N/A | N/A |
| Image Stabilization | No |
Yes
VR |
| Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | N/A | N/A |
Physical |
Nikon AF-S DX 17-55mm F2.8 G ED |
Nikon AF-S DX 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 G VR II |
| Weather Sealing | Yes | No |
| Diameter | 85 mm | 60 mm |
| Length | 110 mm | 66 mm |
| Weight | 755 gr | 195 gr |
Other |
Nikon AF-S DX 17-55mm F2.8 G ED |
Nikon AF-S DX 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 G VR II |
| Filter Type | Filter Thread | Filter Thread |
| Filter Diameter | 77 mm | 52 mm |
| Lens Hood | Included | Not Included |
| Lens Hood SKU | HB-31 | HB-69 |
| Tripod Collar | N/A | N/A |
| Tripod Collar SKU | N/A | N/A |