DX-format compatible, normal zoom lens covering 18-55 mm focal-length range

Compact body with a retractable lens mechanism

Further improved optical performance

Vibration Reduction (VR) function provides an effect equivalent to a shutter speed 4.0 stops faster*

*Based on CIPA standard. This value is achieved when attached to a DX-format digital SLR camera, with zoom set at the maximum telephoto position.

0.25 m/0.82 ft minimum focus distance at all zoom positions (in MF)