Comparison of Nikon 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR AF-P DX Nikkor and Sony 18-55mm ƒ/3.5-5.6 DT SAM SAL-1855

Attribute	Sony 18-55mm ƒ/3.5-5.6 DT SAM SAL-1855 ×	Nikon 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR AF-P DX Nikkor ×
Filter Size (mm)	55	55
Notes	-	DX Nikkor for use with Nikon Digital SLR models; VR Image Stabilization (4.0 stops); Front and rear lens caps included; Retractable barrels
Closest Focus (m)	0.25	0.25
Magnification Ratio (x)	0.34	0.38
Diameter (mm)	69.5	64.5
Type	Standard Zoom	Standard Zoom
APS Equivalent	27 - 82.5mm	27 - 83mm
Diagonal Angle of View (degree)	29.00 - 76.00	28.80 - 76.00
Image Circle	APS-C	APS-C (DX)
Focal Length (mm)	18.00 - 55.00	18.00 - 55.00
Brand	Sony	Nikon
Name	Sony 18-55mm ƒ/3.5-5.6 DT SAM SAL-1855	Nikon 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR AF-P DX Nikkor
Weight (g)	210	205
Aperture (f)	3.50 - 36.00	3.50 - 38.00
Diaphragm Blades	7	7
Diaphragm Blades Type	circular	rounded
Lens Construction	8 elements in 7 groups, including 2 aspheric and 1 ED glass elements	12 elements in 9 groups, including 2 aspherical elements
Zoom System	Rotary	Rotary
Length (mm)	69	62.5
Front Element Rotation	-	-
Focus Details	Front focusing; Smooth Autofocus Motor (SAM)	AF-P stepping motor; Automatic M/A focus switching