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Nikon NIKKOR AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-140mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR 40mm
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84 Overall Score
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Nikon NIKKOR AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-140mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR 40mm
82 out of 100 medium confidence 20 reviews
The Nikon 18-140mm lens is widely praised for its versatility, sharpness, and convenience as an all-in-one solution for everyday photography. Users appreciate its performance on various Nikon DX cameras, though some note it is a bit heavy and one refurbished unit arrived in poor condition. Overall, it delivers great value for both beginners and enthusiasts.
Pros
- Versatile all-in-one zoom range
- Sharp and crisp image quality
- Great for portraits, landscapes, and sports
- Convenient for everyday carry
- Good value for refurbished units
Cons
- Slightly heavy for some users
- Refurbished unit arrived dirty and dented
- Not VR II version (only VR)
- Filter size mismatch in some bundles
Versatility 6
Image quality 5
Value for money 4
Compatibility 5
Weight 2
Refurbished condition 2
Scores
Budget
Portrait
Street
Video Cinema
Landscape
Travel
Professional
Macro
Wildlife Sports
Specifications
| sse 420-800mm | Nikon NIKKOR AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-140mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR 40mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | telephoto | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 420 mm | 18 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 800 mm | 140 mm |
| Elements | — | 17 |
| Groups | — | 12 |
| Aspherical Elements | — | 1★ |
| ED Elements | — | 1★ |
| Coating | Super HD Multi-Coated | Super Integrated Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/16 | f/3.5 |
| Min Aperture | f/8.3 | 3.5-5.6 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | — | 7★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Canon EF | Nikon F |
| Format | full-frame★ | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | — | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.52 kg | 0.49 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 62 mm | 67 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | manual focus only | Silent Wave Motor |
| Stabilization | — | ✓★ |
| Stabilization Stops | — | 4 stops★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 62 mm★ | 450 mm |
| Max Magnification | — | 0.23x★ |
Pros & Cons
sse 420-800mm
- Strong macro (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong versatility (70th percentile)
- Strong social proof (67th percentile)
- Below average af (15th percentile)15th %ile
- Below average bokeh (30th percentile)
- Below average stabilization (35th percentile)
Nikon NIKKOR AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-140mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR 40mm
- Strong versatility (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong stabilization (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong social proof (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong optical (84th percentile)84th %ile
Pricing
sse 420-800mm0.098score per dollar
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Nikon NIKKOR AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-140mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR 40mm0.029score per dollar
sse 420-800mm offers 3.4x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Nikon NIKKOR AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-140mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR 40mm
Scores 84 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 7 of 22 specs.
