Nikon NIKKOR 20059 18-55mm
Kase Reflex Mirror 150mm f/5.6 AF Reflex Mirror Lens 150mm
What Buyers Say
Nikon NIKKOR 20059 18-55mm
This Nikon 18-55mm lens is widely praised for its sharpness, light weight, and excellent value for money, especially as a kit lens. Users highlight its vivid colors and quiet autofocus, though some note the plastic build feels fragile and the barrel can wobble at extended focal lengths. Overall, it's considered a fantastic starter lens that outperforms its modest price point.
Pros
- Sharp image quality
- Lightweight and portable
- Excellent value for money
- Vivid color reproduction
- Quiet autofocus
Cons
- Plastic build feels fragile
- Barrel wobbles at extended focal lengths
- No image stabilization
- Loose tolerances can affect focus
Kase Reflex Mirror 150mm f/5.6 AF Reflex Mirror Lens 150mm
The Sony FE 70-200mm f/2.8 GM OSS II lens is widely praised for its sharpness, fast autofocus, and low-light performance. Users find it excellent for both photo and video, with many noting a noticeable upgrade over older models. A few Q&A entries raise concerns about internal movement when the lens is off or detached, but the majority of reviewers are extremely satisfied.
Pros
- Incredibly sharp images
- Fast and snappy autofocus
- Excellent low-light performance
- Great for both photo and video
- Solid build quality
Cons
- Internal movement when lens is off or detached
- Uncertainty about long-term durability
- Loose internal part raises concern
Scores
Specifications
| Nikon NIKKOR 20059 18-55mm | Kase Reflex Mirror 150mm f/5.6 AF Reflex Mirror Lens 150mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | telephoto |
| Focal Length Min | 18 mm | 150 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 55 mm | 150 mm |
| Elements | 7 | 5 |
| Groups | 5 | 4 |
| Aspherical Elements | 2★ | — |
| ED Elements | 1★ | — |
| Coating | Super Integrated Coating | Multicoated Optical Glass |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/3.5 | f/5.6 |
| Min Aperture | 3.5-5.6 | f/5.6 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7★ | — |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Nikon F | Nikon Z |
| Format | APS-C | full-frame★ |
| Weight | 0.20 kg★ | 1.04 kg |
| Filter Thread | 55 mm | 67 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | pulse stepping motor★ | Autofocus |
| Stabilization | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Stabilization Stops | 4 stops★ | — |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 55 mm★ | 1.50 m |
Pros & Cons
Nikon NIKKOR 20059 18-55mm
- Strong macro (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong stabilization (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong social proof (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong af (85th percentile)85th %ile
Kase Reflex Mirror 150mm f/5.6 AF Reflex Mirror Lens 150mm
- Strong social proof (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Below average optical (4th percentile)4th %ile
- Below average build (16th percentile)16th %ile
- Below average versatility (33rd percentile)
- Below average stabilization (34th percentile)
Pricing
Nikon NIKKOR 20059 18-55mm offers 11.7x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 97 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 8 of 20 specs.
