Nikon's 18-55mm P is extraordinary in that unlike every other 18-55mm kit lens, its new stepper autofocus motor lets it focus essentially instantly, even in near total darkness, even on the cheapest D3300 camera.
It focuses so close that you won't need a macro lens.
This is the world's first 18-55mm kit lens with instant manual-focus override, it's also the first with ultra fast focussing.
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This lens was announced worldwide in January 2016.
Nikon calls this the Nikon DX VR AF-P NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5~5.6 G ∅55.
DX: Won't work well on film or FX cameras.
VR: Vibration Reduction.
AF-P: Stepper Autofocus Motor.
NIKKOR: Nikon's brand name for all their lenses.
G: Gelded for cost-reduction and removing compatibility with older cameras.
∅55: 55mm filter thread.
Optics
12 elements in 9 groups.
2 aspherical elements.
It moves in and out as you zoom.
Diaphragm
7 rounded blades.
Stops down to f/22~38.
Focal length
18~55mm.
When used on DX cameras, it sees the same angle of view as a 28~85mm lens sees when used on a 35mm or FX full-frame camera.
Angle of view
28.8º ~ 76º
Silent stepper motor, super-fast. If you're in a silent environment and hold your ear to the lens, you will hear a slight hum as it focuses.
Internal focus.
No external movement as focussed, so no air or dust is sucked in.
0.82 feet (10" or 0.25 meters) from the image plane.
Plastic 55mm filter thread.
Bayonet mount.
2.54" diameter x 2.46" extension from flange.
64.5mm diameter x 62.5 mm extension from flange.
Weight
7.070 oz. (200.5g) actual measured weight.
Rated 7.3 oz. (205g).