Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-140mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR
The Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-140mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR is a used DX-format superzoom introduced in August 2013 as one of Nikon’s most capable all-in-one lenses for APS-C DSLRs. Built around a 7.8x zoom range, 4-stop Vibration Reduction, and a Silent Wave Motor autofocus system, it covers wide-angle interiors through mid-telephoto subjects without ever changing glass. This particular copy has been fully tested and is ready to ship — View This Lens in Our Store.
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Condition
This Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-140mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR is in excellent used condition. The glass is clear, with no fungus, scratches, or haze affecting image quality. The barrel is in excellent physical condition with smooth zoom and focus rings and no notable wear. Autofocus and Vibration Reduction have both been tested and confirmed working before listing.
Overview
Introduced in 2013, the Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-140mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR was designed as a grab-and-go lens for photographers who want one lens that handles nearly every situation. On a DX sensor, its 18-140mm range translates to an effective 27-210mm field of view in 35mm terms, suited to wide interiors and group shots at one end and youth sports, wildlife, and candid portraits at the other. It suits travel photographers, family photographers covering events, and anyone who wants a single lens permanently mounted on a Nikon DX body.
Optical Construction
The Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-140mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR uses an optical formula of 17 elements arranged in 12 groups, including one aspherical element and one extra-low dispersion (ED) element — see Nikon’s official product page for full factory specifications. The aspherical element corrects spherical aberration at wide apertures, while the ED element controls the chromatic aberration common to high-ratio zoom lenses at longer focal lengths. Nikon’s Super Integrated Coating reduces flare and ghosting in backlit conditions. Minimum focus distance is 0.45m, yielding a maximum reproduction ratio of 0.23x.
Image Stabilizer
Vibration Reduction on the Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-140mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR is Nikon’s second-generation VR II system, rated at approximately 4.0 stops of shake compensation under CIPA testing standards at maximum telephoto. In practical terms, where a 1/200s shutter speed might be needed at 140mm for a sharp handheld shot without stabilization, VR allows shooting as slow as approximately 1/13s with acceptable sharpness — a substantial benefit indoors, at events without flash, or anywhere a tripod is impractical. The system does not offer separate Active or Normal modes.
Autofocus Performance
Autofocus is driven by Nikon’s Silent Wave Motor (SWM), a ring-type ultrasonic system paired with Internal Focusing (IF) so the barrel does not change size during autofocus. Unlike some earlier Nikon DX zooms, this lens supports full-time manual focus override — the focus ring can be turned to fine-tune focus at any time without switching out of AF mode. Autofocus is quick and virtually silent, and the lens is compatible with any Nikon F-mount DX body that supports SWM lenses, as well as Nikon FX and mirrorless Z-series bodies via an appropriate adapter, where DX crop mode applies.
Build Quality and Handling
The Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-140mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR measures 78mm in diameter by 97mm in length and weighs 490g, making it the largest and heaviest of Nikon’s DX kit-style zooms. Construction is textured polycarbonate over a metal bayonet mount, with a rubber gasket at the mount providing basic protection against dust and moisture — though the lens is not claimed to be fully weatherproof. The zoom ring is wide and rubberized with confident resistance against zoom creep, and the 67mm filter thread does not rotate during focus or zoom. No lens hood is included as standard; this lens is compatible with the separately sold Nikon HB-32 petal hood.
Image Quality
On the Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-140mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR, independent testing describes high sharpness across the zoom range, particularly at the wide end, with some softening at 140mm. Distortion is more pronounced than average for this lens class — noticeable barrel distortion at 18mm transitioning to pincushion distortion through the middle of the zoom range — though the pattern is uniform and corrects well in software. Vignetting is present at wide apertures and clears up by around f/8. Chromatic aberration is a little more noticeable than in some other Nikon DX zooms, particularly at the telephoto end, though rarely objectionable. The 7-blade rounded diaphragm produces reasonable out-of-focus rendering for a lens in this class.
In the Box
This Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-140mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR includes the front lens cap and rear lens cap.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Focal Length | 18-140mm (27-210mm equivalent, DX) |
| Maximum Aperture | f/3.5 (wide) – f/5.6 (tele) |
| Minimum Aperture | f/22-38 (varies with focal length) |
| Optical Formula | 17 elements in 12 groups |
| Special Elements | 1 aspherical element, 1 ED element, Super Integrated Coating |
| Angle of View | 76° (wide) – 11.5° (tele), DX format |
| Minimum Focus Distance | 0.45m |
| Maximum Reproduction Ratio | 0.23x |
| Filter Thread | 67mm |
| IS Compensation | Approx. 4.0 stops (CIPA standard, VR II) |
| Dimensions (Diameter x Length) | 78mm x 97mm |
| Weight | 490g |
| Mount | Nikon F (DX format) |
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Sources
- Nikon official product page: https://www.nikonusa.com/p/af-s-dx-nikkor-18-140mm-f35-56g-ed-vr/2213/overview
- PhotographyBlog review: https://www.photographyblog.com/reviews/nikon_afs_dx_nikkor_18_140mm_f_3_5_5_6_g_ed_vr_review
- Digital Camera World review: https://www.digitalcameraworld.com/reviews/nikon-af-s-dx-18-140mm-f35-56g-ed-vr-review
- Imaging Resource review: https://www.imaging-resource.com/lenses/nikon-18-140mm-f-3-5-5-6g-ed-dx-vr-af-s-nikkor/
✅ Fact-checked against Nikon USA, PhotographyBlog, Digital Camera World, and Imaging Resource. All specifications confirmed accurate.