Nikon AF-P DX NIKKOR 10-20mm f/4.5-5.6G VR Lens Review (The Affordable Wide Angle Option)

We take an in-depth look at the affordable Nikon AF-P DX NIKKOR 10-20mm f/4.5-5.6G VR designed for APS-C DSLR cameras to see some of its advantages and disadvantages and is it worth the asking price.
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From the article:
Today we are going to take a quick look at a new ultra-wide zoom crop lens that was introduced by Nikon earlier in 2017.
For the past 8 years or so Nikon had a 10-24mm lens which is considered to be a great DX lens but is quite expensive at close to $900. Nikon decided to make a much more affordable ultra-wide lens and in this review, we shall look at what sort of compromises this new lens comes with.
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[@LensVid]

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[@perchpike1]

I compared this to my Sigma 10-20mm f/4-5.6 and the Nikkor had more contrast and snap than the Sigma. The Sigma weighs twice as much and cost a lot more.

[@kevinlopes4664]

If you read the lens user manual, you can just see that the VR does not affect tripod shots, so even if you can't turn it off in the camera menu, that's not a problem.

[@killough71010]

There is most definitely a to disable the VR, you have to go through the settings menu, and you will see VR with the options on and off.

[@EricMustardman]

Yes, but the D7200 required a firmware update to provide that option, whereas the D3500, D5500, D5600 and D7500 came with that option as a standard, as do the Z series cameras. That little Nikon 10-20 UWA is actually a pretty decent lens for its price tag.

[@davidthompson3136]

@@EricMustardmanThe D500 also has a menu option to turn off the VR. Nikon lists supported cameras with this feature; also cameras that will not drive this lens.

[@WaveyDaveySteeler]

VR is controlled from the camera itself via menus. Autofocus is also controlled from the camera via the AF switch on the camera body.

[@zacharyjulien2952]

Thank you so much

[@abuzzedwhaler7949]

Finally! Now landscape photography isn't an exclusive club!

[@Noksus]

Landscapes can be shot with any lens. Even a 600mm, no, ESPECIALLY with a 600mm.

[@elcajondavid1]

@@Noksus. Landscapes can be shot with any lens? Yeah right...

[@kgreggbruce1552]

David Rook man, you’re dumb.

[@wissell4287]

Amen!!!

[@Stop-All-War]

@David Rook _'Any Lens'_ is correct.. Regarding 600mm, extreme example but no weirder than nowadays, folks doing 'Macro Landscapes'

[@OzcarMtl]

You can turn off VR in the camera menu.

[@LensVid]

Please read the discussion below - only a few cameras support this.

[@craigrodriguez8144]

@@LensVid but your test camera D7500 does have the option so you could have tested it.

[@LensVid]

I am not sure I understand what you are saying - yes the D7500 can - many other older Nikon cameras can't. There is not much to "test" - its a function in the menu.

[@craigrodriguez8144]

@@LensVid you stated that since there was no switch you couldnt test the VR of the lens. But you were testing it on a 7500 so all im saying is you could have tested it by turning the lens vr on and off in the menu

[@craigrodriguez8144]

Sorry i just read you returned the 7500 before you knew about the menu setting.

[@MonacoMike]

One thing I’ve noticed about this lens is that there is no hard stop for infinity focus. The focus ring continuously rotates. I like to photograph rocket launches and for night launches there is nothing to focus on and for daylight launches there is also basically nothing to focus on because I’m looking up into the sky. How can I be sure the lens is set at infinity focus for looking up into the sky?

[@revu4u142]

Nice ! Btw you left finger print on the lens glass while showing the size of filter it uses :))

[@metinkll7170]

10 - 20mm Lens ile yapılan çekimlerde fotoğrafın köşeleri neden bükülüyor...nasıl düzeltiriz...??? Teşekkürler

[@kimmokissa]

Had the lens for about 1 month now for my D7200, havent had the time to shoot that much, but i do like it so far.

[@nemeskery]

Besides the unability to turn of the VR is there any limitation with nikon d7200?The autofocus works well?Thanks

[@Tdubic]

My D5300 can turn off VR in camera and it is older camera (2013). I think bigger problem of this lens is that it is not so sharp, and in general image quality is worse than other kit lenses. But what we can expect from cheapest 10-20mm lens on market. It is ok for someone who does not have money (like me) to buy real wide angle lens

[@sebastiangarrido1538]

If you had money which one would you like to buy?

[@EricMustardman]

Actually, the Canon EF-S 10-18mm 1:4.5-5.6 IS STM is significantly cheaper and delivers better results!

[@LordKronnos]

Thank you very much, I got all the info I needed.

[@freekwo7772]

You can switch VR in menu

[@Reza-nz2re]

Can i use auto focus on Af-P 18-55mm kit lens on Nikon D5300? Because it doesn't have AF in the lens.

[@behindcurtains5304]

Hi, thanks for your review. How is the lens with Nikon d7500. I shoot videos, mainly interview documentaries with some detailed B-Rolls and considering to buy this one for these. Any other option, in the same price would also be appreciable. Thanks.

[@LensVid]

We tested it on the D7500 in 2017. Today we would not even consider the D7500 for video with so many other better options in the market unless you are fine shooting 100% manual focus...

[@behindcurtains5304]

@@LensVid Hi, thanks for your input. What dslr and lens would you recommend then, within the same price range as Nikon D7500?

[@LensVid]

For Video? probably no DSLR. Look at the Sony A6400 - lenses is more complicated - I would maybe go for several primes (the 16 and 56mm Sigma lenses are great) and not a zoom (maybe get the kit lens "just in case").

[@behindcurtains5304]

@@LensVid Thank you

[@vsizikov]

You could turn off the VR in the camera settings.

[@LensVid]

Really? where?

[@vsizikov]

On my D5500 it is: " Vibration reduction can be enabled or disabled using the new Optical VR option in the photo SHOOTING MENU, which is displayed when an AF-P DX NIKKOR lens is attached". At least, that works for AF-P 18-55mm one.

[@LensVid]

Interesting - I can't test that right now (we returned both the lens and the D7500 after we finished the test) but I am pretty sure that older Nikon bodies can't do that (unless Nikon released some sort of a firmware update recently) so this is still a limitation for many users.

[@vsizikov]

Yeah, my older Nikon D5100 doesn't work with AF-P 18-55mm at all :(

[@LensVid]

Wow, I thought it was just much older cameras (D90 etc...), good to know. I don't remember if it worked on our D7100 (if we even put it on it at the time, we also had the D7200 at the time as part of the D7500 review, I can tell you that it does work very well on the D7200).

[@cupcakeworksathome8924]

Excellent review. Thank you.

[@shashinkan99]

waht a cool review subscribed

[@ivethzuniga7801]

Is compatible with my Nikon D300s? I just buy it and it doesn’t focus .thanks

[@IddoGenuth]

No. See here: www.nikonusa.com/Images/Learn-Explore/Photography-Techniques/2011/Which-Nikkor-is-Right-for-You/Media/NIKKOR-lens-compatibility-chart.pdf

[@teebiz8694]

this is a cheap dx lens from nikon and with high resolution cameras one can get good resolution pics/large prints even in dx crop mode ...... this lens cost about 310 usd eqvt in India ..... this has led to used wide angle lenses getting cheaper ..... af-p lenses from Nikon are good for new models with which these are fully compatible and benefit new photographers - result of this new Nikon strategy is leading to sales of newer models and eroding re-sale value of old ones - something which probably Canon did in 1986 when it moved to focus motors in camera lenses ..... photography has to get cheaper so the skill levels of the man behind the camera does snot lose out to technology ..... upgrading always comes at a high cost

[@puttemacguff7666]

The Zoom looks a bit "Iffy" when you zoom in (10->20 the les gets "smaller" and when you zoom out 20->10 it gets bigger...I dont udnerstand why xD

[@LensVid]

You are talking about the extension of the lens when you zoom?

[@heitorpergher]

Great review. So, can you use this lens on a tripod with VR on? Have you tried it? Do you get messed up shots?

[@LensVid]

Our test shots that you see are on a tripod with VR - they are not messed up but you might possibly get a bit more sharpness especially at lower shutter speeds if you turn off the vr (from a Nikon camera that supports that - I.E. new ones at least according to some of the people who comments on this video below - we have no official response from Nikon telling us which cameras can and can't disable the VR on these lenses).

[@philwade2556]

Lensvid you can turn VR off in camera when the lens is attached

[@LensVid]

No you can't - not with all Nikon cameras (especially older ones) - read our discussion below with some of the readers.

[@philwade2556]

Lensvid I believe you can with new fermware from D3300 on on my D500 it's Custom menu setting d10 only an option with a AF-P VR lens attached, on older cameras AF-P lenses will not focus so VR is pointless

[@LensVid]

I do not believe the D7100, for example, has this firmware option (and on the D7200 we had at the time it was also not an option although maybe NIkon did add this for that camera - which makes sense as there are a number of AF-P lenses which came before the D7500 and you need a way to turn this off). At any rate, this is NOT a universal thing for all Nikon cameras.

[@Truth_whisperer]

I'm looking for a lense for real estate photography indoors and outdoors .. Would you guys recommend this?

[@LensVid]

It really depends on your budget - this is a decent lens for its price if you have an APS-C Nikon DSLR - if you are talking real commercial level work I would recommend a completely different level of gear.

[@Truth_whisperer]

@@LensVid thank you for getting back to me. I have a nikon d5600 , this is mainly for residential nothing crazy but I would really like that wide angle

[@brentmip]

Great review. I just bought the lens yesterday to use with my D7500.

[@alanrussk]

Nice and how is or was the lens?

[@motivatedconor3891]

Is it compatable with the d7500

[@bogdanconstantin693]

@@motivatedconor3891 Yes, it is.

[@NEZNALICA]

Hey. I have Nikon D3300. I am doubting between TOKINA 11-16mm vs NIKON Nikkor 10-20mm. I need it for landscapes and real state shootings. And second question. Tokina is 104° and Nikon Nikkor is 109° is that 5° alot or not for small spaces? Sorry for my english. I want to buy best for hiking and open spaces (mountains) and for shooting apartments. Thank you! (Explain please difference if you know this new Nikon nikkor lenses!? Will tokina have automatic focus on my camera d3300 and will it have automatic focus on this nikon 10-20mm nikkor? Thank you so much keep good work!

[@LensVid]

If I remember correctly there are 2 versions of the 11-16 - one will have AF on your camera and one not. The Tokina is a much faster lens (f/2.8) the Nikon is smaller, lighter and less expensive but slower (f/4.5-f/5.6). I also think that the Tokina is a bit sharper.

[@paulinhoccc408]

Tokina AT-X 116 PRO DX-II 11-16mm

[@DeeDubbCubing]

Good review. I'm looking for a good starter lens for landscape photography. This seems to have a nice wide angle. Are there any other lenses you would recommend around this price point for landscape photography?

[@LensVid]

Our 10-20mm Sigma (the older version with the f4-f5.6 aperture) has pretty similar IQ (maybe a bit better - it is larger and heavier but none of these is really a large lens). Tokina has a whole range of ultra wide angle lenses - all of them are faster but for landscape, you don't need that if you are on a tripod.

[@samsteele6806]

Lensvid I'm torn between this and the sigma corners on sigma are very soft which one would you recommend?

[@LensVid]

IQ on both this and the older Sigma is similar - they are both slow lenses but for daytime shooting or shooting on a tripod that is O.K. for the most part - the Nikon is much smaller and lighter the Sigma is larger and more robust.

[@LensVid]

I didn't see too much of a difference between the Nikon 10-20 and the older Sigma 10-20mm. What body did you try these lenses on?

[@LensVid]

Always invest in glass - cameras come and go glass can stay for many years to come. Still - for the price, the Nikon is a very decent lens.

[@ShauntelAngelica]

Is the auto focus and vibration reduction actually good? Should I buy it for vlogging ? :/

[@LensVid]

Nikon cameras (DSLRs) have very poor (basically unacceptable) AF in video - this has nothing to do with the lenses - the problem is with the cameras. If you want a good vlogging camera get a mirrorless one.

[@frutt5k]

How do you get 24 MP from a 21 MP camera?

[@IddoGenuth]

I am not exactly sure which part you are talking about but we used this lens with both the D7500 and our D7100.

[@SaptaTechEnthusiast]

Nikon 10-20 f4.5-5.6G VR vs. Rokinon 10mm f2.8 .... gonna be a interesting one.. I will vote for Rokinon ..

[@LensVid]

Two very different lenses - in terms of sharpness though you are most probably correct.

[@john24254]

Hi.. is this lens fully compatible with D5200, like autofocus and VR! Is it also possible to switch them off using the body control when I don’t need them? Thanks.

[@LensVid]

AF yes (through the menu), VR switch off - read the following from Nikon site: Compatible models with limited functions: D5, D810 series, Df, D750, D7200, D7100, D5200, Nikon 1 series with the FT1.

[@john24254]

Thanks for the response. That limited function it’s what made me concerned about. What are the functions that are not available when paired with D5200

[@LensVid]

No VR off.

[@viaggiindue]

Hello. Is it compatible with th new Nikon Z30 ??

[@IddoGenuth]

Only with an adapter and even then I am not sure how well it will actually perform.

[@pauloamaral668]

Hi I have a Nikon D500 and I plan to buy a lens for landscape photography. I am undecided between the lens on review and TOKINA 11-16mm f / 2.8 AT-X 116 PRO DX-II Nikon. I honestly do not know which one to opt for! :( Can you help me ? Thanks in advance.

[@LensVid]

We were asked about the Tokina a few times. We didn't do a compression so I can't really say. There are actually a great deal of options including Tokina 11-20mm, Tamron 10-24mm and more - you can find a few discussions here: www.dpreview.com/forums/thread/4327852#forum-post-61766630 and here: www.digitalcameraworld.com/buying-guides/the-best-wide-angle-lenses-for-nikon-cameras I have no clear cut answer - it depends on what you are shooting and your budget.

[@bejegerent.2928]

tamron 10-24 g2

[@rioinus]

@@bejegerent.2928 Hi. I have exact question as Paulo. However, I am unable to find the right link(s) for tamron 10-24 g2. Would you be able to share a link? @Paulo - what did you go for eventually for landscape ?

[@josephrossi4062]

Is it convenient buy a preowned sigma 10-20 f4-5.6 at 220€? Or i shoud spend 411€ for that new nikon's lens?

[@LensVid]

We use the sigma 10-20 f4-5.6 - it is an O.K. lens - about the same IQ as this one - give or take.

[@josephrossi4062]

Lensvid at the end i choosed the Sigma 8-16... it's hard to compose with it. Distorsions are just around the corner.

[@LensVid]

Well, it is 8mm on the wide side - this is the widest you can get for APS-C - it is to be expected. But you can correct distortions in post (you just need to compose in a way that will include some extra space when you shoot.

[@coachk11233]

Does it come with the hood ?

[@IddoGenuth]

We have done this review 5 years ago but it seems that yes - you can see it in the review.

[@chiaraarancibia2380]

I want to buy this lent, I have seen that for my camera (Nikon D3300) I will have to actualise the firmware, is it complicated?

[@LensVid]

Where did you see that - do you have a link?

[@chiaraarancibia2380]

www.nikon.es/es_ES/product/nikkor-lenses/auto-focus-lenses/dx/zoom/af-p-dx-nikkor-10-20mm-f-4-5-5-6g-vr

[@LensVid]

o.k.. I don't read Spanish but I think I understand what Nikon means here - you will need to update the firmware on the camera - this isn't hard here is a video on doing this - there are many others - the process is more or less the same on any Nikon: kzbin.info/www/bejne/b6a1hpqQqqhkqas

[@chiaraarancibia2380]

Lensvid thank you!!

[@mazzfotovideo]

wich adapter works in the sony a6500 thanks

[@LensVid]

lensvid.com/gear/vello-auto-lens-adapter-nikon-f-mount-sony-e-mount-review/ Make sure you are getting the latest version of this - it works more or less O.K. for stills (AF-S) with this lens (not for AF-C - video, tracking of subjects etc.).

[@bryanlozano8907]

is this good for night photography with d5600? newbie here thanks

[@IddoGenuth]

Not really ideal - it's a slow lens - there are much faster f/2.8 ultra-wide lenses that will be better for that and you will need a tripod in any case.

[@TomalBhattacharjee]

Good and short review.. how does it fare against tamron 10-24mm 3.5 ? Though it's costlier than Nikon

[@LensVid]

Good question - I think these are the only ultra-wide zoom lenses around with VR for crop bodies - we didn't test it - yet - it is $500 vs. $310 for this lens so I won't be surprised if the Tamron is better...

[@TomalBhattacharjee]

Lensvid do try to test and have a review video on that too

[@LensVid]

We shall try - it is up to the local importer if they can get us a sample for review...

[@austinfarnam5385]

okay I'm so confused (not your fault!) but I need help! I want a wide angle lens such as this one to shoot interior real estate photos. I have read that f8 is a good aperture setting to use for this kind of photography. does this lens max out at 5.6? In your video around 5:54 you said you went to f8 or f11. How is that possible when the lens says 4.5-5.6? This is where I get really confused. Thanks!

[@LensVid]

Hi Austin. No. Let me explain (and yes it can be a bit confusing at first). Each lens has a min and max apertures. Let's start with a prime lens (it is easier to understand). Take a fast prime like a 35mm f/1.4 - these lenses have an aperture of f/1.4 when they are the most "open" but if you close them down they can reach up to f/16. Other primes can be closed down more - to f/22 or even f/32 depending on the lens (keep in mind that after f/11 and sometimes f/16 the image quality goes down because of an optical effect called diffraction). When you talk about zoom lenses (such as this Nikon lens) you can think of the whole focal length change as if you have a number of lenses of different focal lengths - each with its own aperture - so at 10mm you have f/3.5 up to f/16 (just an example I don't remember the specific for this lens but it is at least f/16 and maybe f/22) and at 20mm it starts from f/5.6 and goes all the way up to (say) f/32. Yap, it is a bit complex, but once you have the lens on your camera and you change the zoom and aperture you will understand this immediately.

[@austinfarnam5385]

That makes much more sense! Thank you!

[@LensVid]

sure thing :)

[@mission609]

Please compare to sigma 12-24 F4.5-5.6

[@MultiGeorge0101]

Hi, would this lens work ok for my d5100? Thanks

[@LensVid]

As we answered before: The number of cameras compatible with both lenses is limited. Even for compatible cameras, firmware update may be required*. Fully compatible models: D7500, D5600, D5500, D5300*, D3400, D3300*, D500 and later models Compatible models with limited functions: D5, D810 series, Df, D750, D7200, D7100, D5200, Nikon 1 series with the FT1 Incompatible models: D4 series, D3 series, D2 series, D1 series, D800 series, D700, D610, D600, D300 series, D200, D100, D7000, D5100, D5000, D90, D80, D70 series, D3200, D3100, D3000, D60, D50, D40 series, film cameras

[@Dia1Up]

Having no switch is the worst. I can't tell you how many times I have to quickly switch to MF when (not if) autofocus doesn't work. Impossible on these newer cheaper lenses. You have to go deep into the settings

[@LensVid]

True (for all D5XXX,D3XXX cameras), not such a problem for anything above.

[@Getaway-uu1rn]

SeenCreaTive which camera do you use?

[@aussie8114]

SeenCreaTive if your camera has, My Menu, you can add this to it and allocate the My Menu to one of your assignable buttons. This way you can access the setting very quickly.

[@AlanKlughammer]

Use back button focus

[@iyzyz]

Use back button focus or the AF/AE-L Lock and adjust focus and shoot.

[@frederikvanreusel]

Is it worth buying if I already have a 18mm lens?

[@LensVid]

It depends on what you are looking for. 10mm is way, way wider than 18mm - which is hardly ultra wide on an APS-C body. If you need ultra wide - and you are on a tight budget than yes.

[@nataliescarlet7915]

So it doesn’t need to be manually focused?

[@LensVid]

With what camera?

[@farirruddinrastam4852]

How is this lens compared to the Tokina 11-16mm f/2.8?

[@kuk14i]

Just get the Tokina it's way better built quality, the movement is internal you don't have anything to suck in the dust and also it's a faster lens and at f4 it's better. You can also try out the Nikon 12-24mm f4 lens that's also a good option for the same price.

[@LensVid]

We didn't do a side-by-side but they are very different in nature. This lens is much smaller, lighter and its build quality is not as good - the aperture of the Tokina is also fixed f/2.8 this is a much slower lens but it does have IS. I can't say how the IQ compare since we didn't do a comparison but if I had to guess I would say that the Tokina is probably sharper.

[@adityasundar324]

I have been using a AF-S Dx @27mm (18mm on Fx) in manual focus for astrophotography where the stars are not bright enough for auto-focus. Subsequently, I was unable to get focus to infinity with my Nikkor AF-P 70-300mm at zero light conditions. I intend to get the 10-20mm for astrophotography . However, How do I focus to infinity (since the focus ring keeps rotating perpetually)? Thanks

[@LensVid]

On which camera? on more advanced bodies you can switch to MF on the camera and play with the focus.

[@adityasundar324]

@@LensVid I use a Nikon D3300. There is an option to choose MF, but however , I am unable to hit the perfect focus spot using the focus ring since the stars are really far away and there is no way to tell if the manual focus is bang on unless I see the picture in a bigger screen . Thanks for the quick reply

[@LensVid]

Maybe try and connect it to an external monitor?

[@adityasundar324]

@@LensVid But it would be extremely difficult when I go for treks and I have to lug around with many equipment. Is there any viable alternative you have come across ? Looks like Nikon has actually gone a step back and made things a bit difficult for people to accomplish with the new lenses . Thanks

[@sohaibzahid1188]

@@adityasundar324 you can put the camera in live view mode, and then zoom in (digitally, in the live view mode) on the brightest star that you can find. Then you can manually focus as that will give you better visibility. Or else you could just focus on any point on land to focus on that's sufficiently far away (I'm not sure about the exact number but i think more than 30-50m) and that should give you similar results too.

[@dreamchaser7554]

tks. A good analysis

[@KalpeshPatel78]

Howcome your Nikon D7500 has no tilting screen? @4:51

[@LensVid]

We tested the lens on both the D7500 and the D7200.

[@rujakandroid]

Lensvid, can the VR turn of in D5200? i'm planning buying this lens.

[@LensVid]

According to Nikon (and if nothing changed recently): Compatible models with limited functions: D5, D810 series, Df, D750, D7200, D7100, D5200, Nikon 1 series with the FT1. So - no.

[@rujakandroid]

:( Sad . thank

[@edgarmonreal708]

D7100 to? Sorry for asking, it still not clear to me

[@LensVid]

The limited functionality on some Nikon cameras (mentioned above) means that you can't turn off the VR.

[@germanevision]

The wide angle is really impressive as compared to the competition like Sigma and Tokina but f/4.5 is useless for real estate interior shoots. And Tokina at f/2.8 is sharper than this lens though priced double of this.

[@IddoGenuth]

This is an entry level lens and should be considered as such.

[@germanevision]

@@IddoGenuth yes, I agree. I have Nikon 35mm f/1.8 which is costing less than $200 in India but the quality is superlative and made for professionals. That's the reason for my disappointment with this lens. Thanks for the review.

[@arisps17]

You can use tripod or led light

[@peterenevoldsen7199]

Use a flash.

[@kostantis5024]

is it compatible with nikon d3500 ?

[@LensVid]

According to the Nikon compatibility chart - yes: www.nikonusa.com/Images/Learn-Explore/Photography-Techniques/2011/Which-Nikkor-is-Right-for-You/Media/NIKKOR-lens-compatibility-chart.pdf

[@kristywarner8325]

Hi, how do you find infinity on this lens?

[@LensVid]

Just like most mirrorless lenses (yes this is a DSLR lens but it has no hard stops just like most mirrorless lenses) there is no infinity markings and focusing is either done with AF or manually. If you need to be precise use MF and put the lens in LV mode on a tripod and punch in if possible (magnify).

[@kostantis5024]

Nice but is it works with D3500?

[@LensVid]

yes it should - see the full Nikon Lens/camera compatibility chart (note that this is an AF-P lens): www.nikonusa.com/Images/Learn...

[@alejandrocorrea118]

will the autofocus work with the 5500?

[@LensVid]

Sure. But changing to MF is done through the menu.

[@fotofyn]

VR on this is nice when shooting at 1/8 sec hand halt ;)

[@mazzfotovideo]

works on the nikon d3200

[@LensVid]

It will work fine - you just can't turn off the VR that's all.

[@abhishekchakraborty2171]

Its compatible auto focous with nikon d7100??

[@LensVid]

yes, again see here: See here: The number of cameras compatible with both lenses is limited. Even for compatible cameras, firmware update may be required*. Fully compatible models: D7500, D5600, D5500, D5300*, D3400, D3300*, D500 and later models Compatible models with limited functions: D5, D810 series, Df, D750, D7200, D7100, D5200, Nikon 1 series with the FT1 Incompatible models: D4 series, D3 series, D2 series, D1 series, D800 series, D700, D610, D600, D300 series, D200, D100, D7000, D5100, D5000, D90, D80, D70 series, D3200, D3100, D3000, D60, D50, D40 series, film cameras

[@roninr8199]

Lensvid what do you mean compatible with limited function.. I am planning to get d7200..camera which is compatible and AFP not working you will have to do firmware update like d5300,d5500.. others I heard straight from the box You can control vr from menu.. I think You didnt check d7500 menu properly..

[@LensVid]

I am not sure what you are asking and how is the D7500 relevant to it.

[@roninr8199]

Lensvid You have mentioned that d7200 has limited function with AFP lens..what is that limitation? And in your video you said you couldn't control vr.. I have read that all new DX camera in settings You could control vr..

[@LensVid]

As I said a few times answering other people who asked in the comments - at the time of the review (mid-2017) the D7200 had no way of turning off the VR on AFP lenses. Unless Nikon changed something in a recent firmware update this still applies. I still not sure what is the D7500 has to do with your question...

[@JeremyGalloway]

Is this lens focus by wire?

[@LensVid]

sadly - yes.

[@Shadow_JKD]

can someone Help please mine is not focusing not Automatic and not manuel with FocusRing im using D7000 thank you

[@LensVid]

You should have looked before you purchased this lens: www.quora.com/Can-the-AFP-10-20mm-lens-be-used-with-a-Nikon-D7000

[@punkstarsam]

Is It Work On FX BODY ??

[@LensVid]

It is a DX lens so it will work in crop mode and have limited functionality in terms of VR on/off.

[@todor92]

Can this lens work on D7000 ?

[@LensVid]

See here: The number of cameras compatible with both lenses is limited. Even for compatible cameras, firmware update may be required*. Fully compatible models: D7500, D5600, D5500, D5300*, D3400, D3300*, D500 and later models Compatible models with limited functions: D5, D810 series, Df, D750, D7200, D7100, D5200, Nikon 1 series with the FT1 Incompatible models: D4 series, D3 series, D2 series, D1 series, D800 series, D700, D610, D600, D300 series, D200, D100, D7000, D5100, D5000, D90, D80, D70 series, D3200, D3100, D3000, D60, D50, D40 series, film cameras

[@VR46champion]

Wait so this won't work for my older D3200? Yea I know my dslr is old back in 2012. No go? :(

[@LensVid]

It will work fine - you just can't turn off the VR that's all.

[@VR46champion]

Okay thanks!

[@VR46champion]

I'm still interested if that's the case. Most of my usage will be daytime. Do you think this will definitely a good upgrade? I really need a wide angle lens. Currently i am using a Sigma 18-200 f 3.5-6.3 .

[@LensVid]

If you have a tight budget and you need a small, light compact ultra wide angle lens - this is possibly your best bet right now.

[@pathikrit1997]

Will it work with nikon d5300?

[@polleepops2012]

yes it works with my d5300 and VR on/off is in the options menu

[@AdmirWudisban]

which firmware do you have on d5300? What about manual or auto focus? This can be a problem for ND filters!! :(

[@maxfactor4209]

Are U based on Tel Aviv?

[@LensVid]

Nope. And as for the plastic nature of this lens - it is a ~$300 lens and for the price, it is O.K.

[@tsenovskiplays7532]

That chromatic aberration is a nightmare. That's the one thing I am turned off about.

[@hugopina723]

Bits compatible auto focus with nikon D3300?

[@LensVid]

The full Nikon Lens/camera compatibility chart (note that this is an AF-P lens): www.nikonusa.com/Images/Learn-Explore/Photography-Techniques/2011/Which-Nikkor-is-Right-for-You/Media/NIKKOR-lens-compatibility-chart.pdf

[@computerjantje]

How can I take a review serious when the maker earns money via an afiliate link. The link below makes this review subjective per definition

[@LensVid]

In order to keep making videos we need to be able to earn money - this does not affect our judgment of the products that we test in any way (we have plenty of not so positive reviews of products - just watch our Nikon D7500 review earlier this year).

[@ottmarlaux5279]

Okay, thanks for the video. But now the whole thing again in German ;-)

[@maxfactor4209]

seriously it looks like made out of recycled plastic. nikon should treasure its Brand

[@narsplace]

please don't say Naikon it is kind of racist.

[@bhabanism]

vr for landscape???? crap

[@N317H]

Can you tell why? I am new to photography and I don't know why is VR a disadvantage. Thanks