Nikon's popular mid-range DX kit zoom with VR, a step up from the 18-55mm.
The Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 18-105mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR was introduced in 2008 as a higher-range alternative to the 18-55mm kit lens. Bundled with bodies like the D90 and D7000, it covers an 18-105mm range providing 27-157mm equivalent. The extended range eliminates the need for a second telephoto lens for many users.
Optical quality is good for a kit-class lens with sharp centre performance across the range. Corners are softer but acceptable. VR provides approximately 4 stops of stabilisation. ED glass controls chromatic aberration. The AF-S motor is quiet and reliable. Build is plastic with a metal mount and feels more substantial than the 18-55mm.
Nikon F mount in DX format only, 67mm filter thread. This lens sits between the 18-55mm and the 18-140mm in Nikon's DX zoom lineup. It was a very popular kit lens choice for mid-range DX bodies. The 18-140mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR successor offers more reach.
Good value used. Check VR operation, AF motor, and zoom ring for smoothness. The zoom creep issue where the barrel extends under its own weight is common on worn copies. Test by tilting the lens downward. A solid all-in-one option for DX shooters who want more range than the 18-55mm without carrying a second lens.