Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 16-80mm f2.8-4E ED VR Lens
The Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 16-80mm f/2.8-4E ED VR is widely considered the "gold standard" of DX-format (APS-C) zoom lenses. It was originally designed as the premier companion for the Nikon D500, offering a professional-grade 5x zoom range that covers everything from wide-angle landscapes to portraits.
| Feature | Specification |
| Focal Length | 16–80mm (24–120mm full-frame equivalent) |
| Max Aperture | $f/2.8$ at 16mm — $f/4.0$ at 80mm |
| Lens Mount | Nikon F-Mount (DX Format) |
| Stabilization | VR (Vibration Reduction) up to 4 stops |
| Diaphragm | 7-blade (Electromagnetic for consistent exposure) |
| Filter Size | 72mm |
| Weight | 480g |
Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-140mm f3.5-5.6G ED VR Lens
The Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-140mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR is widely considered the ultimate "all-in-one" travel and general-purpose lens for Nikon DX-format cameras. While the 16-80mm you looked at earlier is "pro-grade" with a faster aperture, the 18-140mm is the practical choice for those who want a single lens that can handle almost any situation—from wide landscapes to distant telephoto shots.
| Feature | Specification |
| Focal Length | 18–140mm (27–210mm full-frame equivalent) |
| Max Aperture | $f/3.5 - f/5.6$ |
| Zoom Ratio | 7.8x |
| Stabilization | VR (Vibration Reduction) up to 4 stops |
| Optics | 1 ED glass element, 1 Aspherical element |
| Weight | 490g |
| Filter Size | 67mm |
