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Nikon Nikkor 30-110mm f/3.8-5.6 VR Lens for Nikon 1 System CX Format, Black {40.5}
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$112.00
Nikon 1's native telephoto zoom with built-in Vibration Reduction.
The Nikkor 30-110mm f/3.8-5.6 VR was built ground-up for the Nikon 1 CX format mirrorless system, meaning the optics, mount, and communication protocols are native to that platform than adapted from a larger system. The 30-110mm focal range covers the territory from moderate portrait-length compression to a solid telephoto reach, and the f/3.8-5.6 aperture range is a practical match for the compact bodies this lens pairs with. The 40.5mm filter thread keeps accessories small and affordable.
Vibration Reduction is the feature that earns its keep at the long end of this zoom. Handholding at telephoto distances boosts camera shake, and the built-in VR system addresses that directly without adding a separate stabilized body requirement. For a system designed around small, pocketable cameras, having stabilization in the lens itself matters.
Who It's For
Travel photographers working light will appreciate the compact footprint that a native CX-format design delivers alongside a genuine telephoto reach. Street and event shooters who need to compress a scene from a distance without drawing attention benefit from the 110mm end paired with VR for steadier handheld shots. Anyone building a Nikon 1 kit around the system's native glass will find this lens fills the telephoto role cleanly, covering portrait through medium telephoto focal lengths on a single, stabilized optic.
Key Features
- 30-110mm focal range for moderate telephoto reach
- f/3.8-5.6 aperture range matched to compact Nikon 1 bodies
- Native Nikon 1 (CX Format) mount with no adapter required
- Built-in Vibration Reduction (VR) stabilization system
- 40.5mm filter thread keeps accessories compact and affordable
- Designed specifically for Nikon 1 mirrorless system
FAQ
- What mount does this lens use?
- Nikon 1 (CX Format) - it's a native mount designed specifically for the Nikon 1 mirrorless system, not an adapter or conversion.
- Does this lens have image stabilization?
- Yes, it has built-in Vibration Reduction (VR), which is particularly useful at the long end of the zoom range where camera shake becomes more apparent.
- What focal length range does the 30-110mm cover?
- 30mm on the wide end for moderate framing, 110mm on the telephoto end for compressed perspective and reach.
- What aperture does this lens have?
- f/3.8 at the wide end (30mm), stepping down to f/5.6 at the telephoto end (110mm) - typical for a compact zoom designed for the Nikon 1 system.
- What's the filter thread size?
- 40.5mm, which keeps filter costs down and fits the compact design philosophy of the Nikon 1 system.
- Why would I pair this with a Nikon 1 body instead of adapting a larger lens?
- The optics, mount, and lens communication protocols are engineered from the ground up for the CX format, so you get native performance without adapter complexity or optical compromises.
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Focal Length | 30-110mm |
| Max Aperture | f/3.8-5.6 |
| Mount | Nikon 1 (CX Format) |
| Filter Thread | 40.5mm |
| Stabilization | VR (Vibration Reduction) |
| Color | Black |
This description was generated using AI based on KEH's internal product standards, product expertise, and knowing what customers care about most. While we strive for accuracy, details may vary by individual item.
| Brand Name | Nikon |
|---|---|
| Filter Size | 40.5mm (.5 pitch) |
| Focus Type | Autofocus (lens motor) |
| Lens Mount | Nikon 1 CX |
| Lens Type | Telephoto / Long |
| Max Focal Length | 110mm |
| Min Focal Length | 30mm |
