Nikon NIKKOR AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-140mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR
Pentax DA 21880 18-55mm
What Buyers Say
Nikon NIKKOR AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-140mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR
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
Pentax DA 21880 18-55mm
The Pentax DA 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AL WR Zoom Lens is praised for its weather resistance, versatility, and good image quality, especially for daytime photography and low-light indoor use. Users appreciate its durability and value as a general-purpose kit lens, though some note it is optically just a kit lens with limitations in sharpness and speed. Delivery delays were mentioned but attributed to postal services, not the product itself.
Pros
- Weather resistant design
- Versatile for portrait and landscape
- Good image quality for kit lens
- Clear macro and wide-angle shots
- Vivid colors
Cons
- Optically just a kit lens
- Limited sharpness compared to better lenses
- Slower aperture (f/3.5-5.6)
- Delivery delays (postal service)
Scores
Specifications
| Nikon NIKKOR AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-140mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR | Pentax DA 21880 18-55mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 18 mm | 18 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 140 mm | 55 mm |
| Elements | 17 | 11 |
| Groups | 12 | 8 |
| Aspherical Elements | 1★ | 0 |
| ED Elements | 1★ | — |
| Coating | Super Integrated Coating | SP (Super Protect) coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/3.5 | 22-38★ |
| Min Aperture | 3.5-5.6 | 3.5-5.6 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7★ | 6 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Nikon F | Pentax K |
| Format | APS-C | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.49 kg | 0.23 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 67 mm | 52 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Silent Wave Motor | Autofocus |
| Stabilization | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Stabilization Stops | 4 stops★ | — |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 450 mm | 250 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 0.23x | 1:2.94★ |
Pros & Cons
Nikon NIKKOR AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-140mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR
- Strong versatility (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong stabilization (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong social proof (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong optical (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Below average macro (34th percentile)
Pentax DA 21880 18-55mm
- Strong build (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong versatility (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
- Strong social proof (77th percentile)
- Strong macro (75th percentile)
- Below average bokeh (6th percentile)6th %ile
- Below average aperture (22nd percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (30th percentile)
- Below average stabilization (34th percentile)
Pricing
Pentax DA 21880 18-55mm offers 2.1x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 85 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 5 of 22 specs.
