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The AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6G IF-ED features Nikon ED glass, aspherical lens elements and SWM (Silent Wave Motor) for enhanced performance. With a focal length range of 18-135mm, the lens is suitable for a wide variety of shooting situations; from sports, action and portraits to wide-angle landscapes. The picture angle is equivalent to a 27-202.5mm lens in the 35mm format. This lens is designed exclusively for use with Nikon DX format digital SLR cameras and is not compatible with 35mm [135] or IX240 format film cameras. Offers a broad 18-135mm focal range (7.5x zoom) for use in a wide variety of situations (equivalent to a 27-202.5mm lens in the 35mm format). ED glass and hybrid aspherical lens elements minimize chromatic aberration, astigmatism and other forms of distortion, while ensuring high resolution and contrast Incorporates a compact SWM (Silent Wave Motor) for quiet focusing Delivers high-level optical performance, specially designed for use with Nikon DX format digital SLRs. Employs a seven-blade rounded diaphragm opening that achieves a natural out-of-focus blur. Two focus modes, auto[A] and manual [M], with manual override in auto mode. Enables focusing from as close as 45cm (17.7 in.) from the subject through the entire focal range Internal Focusing (IF) design enables compact size and eliminates front element rotation, enabling the use of circular polarizing filters Flower-shaped Lens Hood HB-32 (provided) greatly reduces image degradation from stray light