Nikon AF-S DX 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 G ED II vs Nikon AF-S DX 17-55mm F2.8 G ED
This is a full comparison between the lenses Nikon AF-S DX 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 G ED II and Nikon AF-S DX 17-55mm F2.8 G ED .
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Product |
Nikon AF-S DX 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 G ED II |
Nikon AF-S DX 17-55mm F2.8 G ED |
| Name | Nikon AF-S DX 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 G ED II | Nikon AF-S DX 17-55mm F2.8 G ED |
| Also known as | Nikon Nikkor AF-S DX 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 G ED II | Nikon Nikkor AF-S DX 17-55mm F2.8 G ED |
| Manufacturer | Nikon | Nikon |
| SKU | ||
Release Date and Price |
Nikon AF-S DX 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 G ED II |
Nikon AF-S DX 17-55mm F2.8 G ED |
| Release Year | 2006 | 2003 |
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| MSRP | 119 USD | N/A |
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Lens Type |
Nikon AF-S DX 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 G ED II |
Nikon AF-S DX 17-55mm F2.8 G ED |
| Lens Type | Standard / Normal | Standard / Normal |
| Zoom or Prime | Zoom lens | Zoom lens |
Mount and Compatibility |
Nikon AF-S DX 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 G ED II |
Nikon AF-S DX 17-55mm F2.8 G ED |
| Mount | Nikon F | Nikon F |
| Designed for APS-C sensor | Yes | Yes |
Focus |
Nikon AF-S DX 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 G ED II |
Nikon AF-S DX 17-55mm F2.8 G ED |
| 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 | 28 cm | 36 cm |
| Maximum Magnification | ||
Aperture |
Nikon AF-S DX 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 G ED II |
Nikon AF-S DX 17-55mm F2.8 G ED |
| Maximum Aperture |
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 |
F2,8 |
| Diaphragm Blades | No information | No information |
Optics |
Nikon AF-S DX 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 G ED II |
Nikon AF-S DX 17-55mm F2.8 G ED |
| Construction | 7 elements / 5 groups | 14 elements / 10 groups |
| Special Elements/Coatings | No information | No information |
Focal Length |
Nikon AF-S DX 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 G ED II |
Nikon AF-S DX 17-55mm F2.8 G ED |
| Focal Length | 18-55 mm | 17-55 mm |
| Zoom Range | 37 mm | 38 mm |
| Built-in Teleconverter | No | No |
| Teleconverter Multiplier | N/A | N/A |
| Image Stabilization | No | No |
| Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | N/A | N/A |
Physical |
Nikon AF-S DX 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 G ED II |
Nikon AF-S DX 17-55mm F2.8 G ED |
| Weather Sealing | No | Yes |
| Diameter | 70 mm | 85 mm |
| Length | 74 mm | 110 mm |
| Weight | 205 gr | 755 gr |
Other |
Nikon AF-S DX 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 G ED II |
Nikon AF-S DX 17-55mm F2.8 G ED |
| Filter Type | Filter Thread | Filter Thread |
| Filter Diameter | 52 mm | 77 mm |
| Lens Hood | Not Included | Included |
| Lens Hood SKU | HB-33 | HB-31 |
| Tripod Collar | N/A | N/A |
| Tripod Collar SKU | N/A | N/A |
