Normal Zoom Lenses Comparisons
Nikon’s and Canon’s kit lenses (18-55mm) are good, but if you are looking for something new, here is the answer. Finding normal-zoom lens replacement of your kit lens, I have some suggestions for Nikon and Canon users. As you see in the table below, I choose only 4 normal-zoom lenses I think they are the best for their grade, including Nikon AF-S 16-85mm ED VR and Canon EF-S 17-85mm IS USM. And also 2 higher-level lenses, which are Nikon AF-S 17-55mm f/2.8 IF-ED VR and Canon EF-S 17-55mm f/2.8 IS USM.
The remain thing is only your choice. Find the most proper lens matching with your digital camera, then go photo! 
| Name |  Nikon 16-85mm f/3.5-5.6G AF-S DX ED VR |  Canon EF-S 17-85mm f/4-5.6 IS USM |  Nikon 17-55mm f/2.8G ED-IF AF-S DX |  Canon EF-S 17-55mm f/2.8 IS USM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | about $650 | $465 | about $1,230 | about $970 |
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| Focal Length | 16-85 mm | 17-85 mm | 17-55mm | 17-55mm |
| Aperture Value | f/3.5 - 5.6 | f/4.0 - 5.6 | f/2.8 | f/2.8 |
| Filter Size | 67mm | 67mm | 77mm | 77mm |
| Weight | 485g | 476g | 760g | 646g |
| Released Date | March 2008 | 2006 | 2004 | December 2006 |
| Features | Vibration Reduction, Nikon Super Integrated Coating (SIC), Silent Wave Motor, Extra-low-dispersion Glasses. | UltraSonic Motor,Image Stabilization, Non-rotating Focus Element | Vibration Reduction, Nikon Super Integrated Coating (SIC), Silent Wave Motor, Extra-low-dispersion Glasses,Internal Focus, F/2.8 | UltraSonic Motor,Image Stabilization, Non-rotating Focus Element, F/2.8 |
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