The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Nikon 18-55mm f3.5-5.6G VR II and the Nikon 18-55mm f3.5-5.6G VR for their suitability to various photography scenarios:
Size and Weight Comparison
The size of a lens is a crucial factor to consider when comparing two lenses. Nikon 18-55mm f3.5-5.6G VR is the longer of the two lenses at 80mm. The Nikon 18-55mm f3.5-5.6G VR II with a length of 66mm, is 14mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Nikon 18-55mm f3.5-5.6G VR also has a larger diameter of 73mm compared to the Nikon 18-55mm f3.5-5.6G VR II's 60mm diameter.
The weight of a lens is equally significant as its external dimensions, particularly if you intend to handhold your camera and lens combination for extended periods. Nikon 18-55mm f3.5-5.6G VR II weighs 195g, which means it is 70g (26%) lighter than the Nikon 18-55mm f3.5-5.6G VR which has a weight of 265g.
Below you can find the dimension and weight table of the Standard Zoom Lenses in Nikon F (DX) Mount for size comparison purposes.
Standard Lenses in Nikon F (DX) Mount for Size Comparison
Filter Threads
Both the Nikon 18-55mm f3.5-5.6G VR II and the Nikon 18-55mm f3.5-5.6G VR have the same Filter thread size of 52mm.
Below are links to the 52mm filters that we recommend you to consider for these lenses:
Lens Mounts
Both the Nikon 18-55mm f3.5-5.6G VR II and the Nikon 18-55mm f3.5-5.6G VR has the same Nikon F (DX) lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Nikon F (DX) lenses are Nikon D3500, Nikon D7500 and Nikon D5600.
Nikon 18-55mm f3.5-5.6G VR is also available in Nikon F (DX) mount.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
18-55mm and the fastest aperture of
F3.5 - F5.6.