Nikon 1 Nikkor 10-30mm f/3.5-5.6 VR IF ASPH
The Nikon 10-30mm f/3.5-5.6 VR IF ASPH is a 10–30mm f/3.5 lens designed for Nikon 1 mount cameras. Used copies start from $89.18 on GearFocus, with buyer protection on every purchase.
Nikon 1 Nikkor 10-30mm f/3.5-5.6 VR IF ASPH
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Lens Overview — Nikon 10-30mm f/3.5-5.6 VR IF ASPH
Key Features — Nikon 10-30mm f/3.5-5.6 VR IF ASPH
10-30mm Zoom Range: Covers focal lengths equivalent to roughly 27-81mm in full-frame terms, making it suitable for landscapes, portraits, and travel on Nikon 1 bodies.
f/3.5-5.6 Maximum Aperture: Opens to f/3.5 at the wide end, providing reasonable light gathering for a compact kit-style zoom.
Optical Image Stabilization: Built-in VR (Vibration Reduction) helps counteract camera shake during handheld shooting, particularly useful in lower light conditions.
Auto and Manual Focus: Supports both autofocus and manual focus operation, giving shooters flexibility across different shooting situations.
CX Format Native Mount: Purpose-built for the Nikon 1 mirrorless system, ensuring full electronic communication and native compatibility with all Nikon 1 bodies.
115g Lightweight Build: Exceptionally light construction pairs naturally with the compact form factor of Nikon 1 cameras for a highly portable shooting kit.
Lens Specifications — Nikon 10-30mm f/3.5-5.6 VR IF ASPH
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Travel, Portrait, Landscape |
| Lens Type | Zoom |
| Format | CX Format (Nikon 1) |
| Zoom/Prime | Zoom |
| Focal Length | 10–30mm |
| Maximum Aperture | f/3.5 |
| Camera System | Mirrorless |
| Lens Mount | Nikon 1 |
| Autofocus | Yes |
| Focus Type | Auto, Manual |
| Image Stabilization | Optical |
| Filter Thread | 40.5mm |
Description — Nikon 10-30mm f/3.5-5.6 VR IF ASPH
The Nikon 1 Nikkor 10-30mm zoom lens is purpose-built for the CX Format Nikon 1 mirrorless camera system, offering a standard focal length range that suits a wide variety of everyday photographic subjects. With a maximum aperture of f/3.5 at the wide end, the lens provides a workable light-gathering capability for a compact zoom. Optical image stabilization is integrated into the lens design, helping photographers manage camera movement during handheld shooting. Both autofocus and manual focus are supported, giving users the flexibility to adapt their focusing approach to the situation.
The 40.5mm filter thread makes it easy to attach popular filter types without needing large or expensive accessories. At just 115 grams, this lens is remarkably light and maintains the slim, travel-friendly profile that Nikon 1 system users expect. Its Nikon 1 mount ensures native compatibility within the ecosystem, making it a natural pairing for photographers already invested in the Nikon 1 platform.
Pros — Nikon 10-30mm f/3.5-5.6 VR IF ASPH
- ✓Weighs only 115g, making it one of the lightest zoom options for the Nikon 1 system
- ✓Optical image stabilization helps mitigate camera shake during handheld shooting
- ✓Covers a versatile 10-30mm focal length range suitable for everyday subjects
Cons — Nikon 10-30mm f/3.5-5.6 VR IF ASPH
- ✗Maximum aperture of f/3.5 at the wide end and f/5.6 at the long end limits low-light performance
- ✗CX Format mount restricts use exclusively to Nikon 1 system cameras
- ✗40.5mm filter thread is smaller than most standard filter sets, potentially requiring dedicated accessories