Comparison of Nikon 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR AF-S DX Nikkor and Pentax 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6AL SMC DA WR

Attribute	Nikon 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR AF-S DX Nikkor ×	Pentax 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6AL SMC DA WR ×
Closest Focus (m)	0.28	0.25
Magnification Ratio (x)	0.31	0.34
Length (mm)	79.5	67.5
Front Element Rotation	-	-
Diagonal Angle of View (degree)	28.80 - 76.00	29.00 - 76.00
Focus Details	AF-S "Silent Wave" motor	Internal with "Quick Shift" AF/MF mechanism
Focal Length (mm)	18.00 - 55.00	18.00 - 55.00
Aperture (f)	3.50 - 36.00	3.50 - 38.00
Brand	Nikon	Pentax
Image Circle	APS-C	APS-C
Name	Nikon 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR AF-S DX Nikkor	Pentax 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6AL SMC DA WR
Weight (g)	265	230
Type	Standard Zoom	Standard Zoom
Filter Size (mm)	52	52
APS Equivalent	27.5 - 84mm	27 - 82.5mm
Notes	Image Stabilized. DX Nikkor for use with Nikon Digital SLR models only. Optional circular lens hood.	Included Accessories: Lens Hood
Diaphragm Blades	7	6
Diaphragm Blades Type	rounded	-
Lens Construction	11 elements in 8 groups, including 1 aspherical element	11 elements in 8 groups, including 1 aspherical and 1 super-low dispersion element
Zoom System	Rotary	Rotary
Diameter (mm)	73	68.5