18-135mm f/3.5-5.6G ED-IF AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor Lens for Nikon Digital SLR Cameras - White Box(Bulk Packaging)

I really hate how everyone whines and complains about distortion with this lens. From the comparison shots I've taken it's not that noticeable unless you get super nit picky about it. This lens is a versatile zoom lens meant for everyday use. It's not meant for studio work as far as I can tell. For one thing it's slow in low light, F3.5 to me is way to slow for studio work. Not to mention all low cost wide angle lenses distort in one way or another. For studio, portrait, and portfolio shots you should be getting a straight 50mm lens with F1.4 or 1.8. It's only a $100 lens and cuts out any distortion and is closest to the human eye's focal range. I would not use this for serious architecture work either. Any 35mm or DSLR camera will give you a huge angular distortion, this is where a 4x5 film camera comes in. *at least half of the people giving this lens a bad review just said "duh what?"* With a large format camera you can line up angles perfectly with the camera, not to mention you get the sharpest image you'll ever need. Photoshop does the same thing by enabling you to fudge the angles. IMO the sub $500 Digital SLR equipment is meant for immediacy, it's meant for you to be able to bang out thousands of images without breaking the bank. It's not meant for making perfect architecture shots or professional grade studio shots, and thats not what I expect from it. The bane of being a photographer is to have multiple sets of equipment. A DSLR for the ability to bang out multiple shots with a wide focal range lens, a 35mm or DSLR with a nice 50mm lens for studio portraits and proof work, and a large format camera for those perfect crystal clear architecture shots. Pros: -This is a relatively cheap lens in the grand scheme of things -It has a versatile focal range -Quick focus in medium to high light level -Quiet operation -Build quality is nice. Cons: -Ok it distorts, but it's so subtle that I doubt a normal human will care. -It does aggravate me that this does not have a focus range indicator, the 18-70DX and the 18-200VR has one why not this model? -Also when in manual the focus ring slides past the min and max focusing points, I like a focus ring that clicks in and stops when I get to min and max focus. -The lens wasn't free These are minor cons compared to the gains you get, it allows an amateur or student to have a full range lens for a reasonable price. I'm a BFA Photo student fresh out of college BTW so this lens is perfect for me. If you are a "Professional Photographer" you shouldn't even be considering this lens. It's definitely not professional grade, it's for us who are at an intermediate level where we can't spend a fortune on 1 lens. I have heard that this model has a tendency to fail in one way or another, I have had it for 2 weeks and it's still working for me. I'll check back if it does fail. However I bought mine brand spanking new with the 5 year extended nikon warranty. I know nikon service is a pain but it's worth it if you're still under warranty. UPDATE: 2 years later and the lens is still going strong, haven't had any problems with it except dust... But you can't get around that.

Excellent walkaround lens. Nice zoom range. The aperture is a little on the small size and it would benefit from anti-vibration, but again, with a used price of $125ish, it's a great bargain. Very sharp images, probably as good as you will find under $700. Certainly a better choice than any other step-up lens, even the VR versions of the 18-200 or 18-300. Might be a little heavy on a D40, but balances nicely on a D300. Solid construction.

This lens is a great addition to my other lenses. It serves as a go between to my other lenses. It will be the one attached to my camera most often. The product arrived sooner that expected. Due to inclement weather I have not had much time to be out and about taking photos.

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I LOVE THIS LENS! Ive been researching lenses to buy for my Nikon D3100. Two trips to a Camera store in Portland, OR I found nothing in my price range. Finally, Amazon had one I wanted. It works perfectly. It came super fast in the mail.

I purchased this lens which was advertised as new. This was a used lens that did not work in autofocus. I will never buy from this seller again.

This 18-135mm lens is nice enough, but seems overpriced for what it is. It works perfectly on every Nikon DSLR: D1, D1X, D1H, D2X, D2Xs, D2H/s, D50, D70, D70s, D80, D100 and D200. It's sharp and agile, but I suggest saving your money for the spectacular Nikon 18-200mm VR (Vibration Reduction) which you know you really want. VR is important at longer focal lengths like 135mm. See Why VR Matters for examples. Without VR it's hard to get consistently sharp shots at 135mm due to camera vibration. Blurs that were invisible on film can be visible on today's 10 megapixel cameras. The 18-200mm VR is not that much more expensive if you look at this over the space of a few years. As the saying goes, "the poor man pays twice," and I suspect you'll eventually want the 18 - 200mm VR which I greatly prefer. If the 18-200mm isn't in your budget today, I suggest getting the inexpensive and excellent 18-55mm and selling it when you can get the 18-200mm. An 18-135mm lens on a digital camera gives the same view as a 28-200mm lens does on a 35mm film camera. Andrew Steier Artist Representation & Sales [...]

Received, just as described! Great buy!

Lo uso in continuazione, è un ottimo obiettivo tuttofare. Magari sarebbe stato più bello con il paraluce compreso, ma vabbè, di quelli se ne trovano anche a buon prezzo.

Je suis très content de cet achat car il est en tous points identiques à celui que j'ai cassé et je l'ai utilisé à plusieurs reprises depuis l'achat

I have used this lens for taking landscape photos and they turn out quite nice.

Took a while to arrive but well worth waiting for. Purchased as a gift

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