This is an ultra wide angle zoom lens designed for Nikon F mount DX cameras, built to capture far more of the scene than a standard kit lens. Compared with an 18 to 55 mm kit lens, it dramatically expands your field of view, making it easier to photograph landscapes, architecture, interiors and creative wide angle scenes.
It is designed for Nikon DX format DSLR cameras that support AF P lenses. In real world use, it is ideal for travel, scenery, video work and situations where space is limited but you still want a strong sense of scale and depth.
Who This Product Is Best Suited To
This lens is best suited to photographers and videographers who want to explore wide angle shooting without moving to large or specialist lenses. It suits travel shooters, landscape enthusiasts, vloggers and content creators who value light weight handling, stabilisation and quiet focusing.
It is a good fit for Nikon DX users looking to add creative range rather than replace an everyday zoom.
Pros and Cons
Pros
The ultra wide focal range opens up creative options and makes composition easier in tight spaces, which increases enjoyment and confidence when shooting landscapes or interiors. Vibration reduction helps reduce blur when shooting handheld, especially in lower light.
Cons
The variable maximum aperture limits low light performance compared with faster wide angle lenses, which may affect night or indoor shooting without additional support.
Real World Performance and Day to Day Use
In everyday use, this lens feels compact and easy to balance on DX bodies. Autofocus is fast and effectively silent, which is particularly useful when recording video. Vibration reduction is noticeable when shooting handheld, helping keep images sharp at slower shutter speeds.
The wide field of view makes it easy to exaggerate perspective creatively, while still maintaining controlled rendering across the frame for general wide angle photography.
Why We Like This Product
From the YPC Team perspective, this lens is a gateway into wide angle creativity without complexity. In real shooting situations, it encourages experimentation because it is light, responsive and easy to use.
A common buyer mistake is assuming wide angle lenses are only for landscapes. This lens quickly shows how useful ultra wide coverage can be for travel, interiors and video.
Comparisons With Similar Systems
Compared with standard DX kit lenses, this lens makes more sense when you need dramatic wide views, while kit lenses suit general everyday shooting.
Compared with larger professional wide angle zooms, this lens is the better choice when portability and ease of use matter more than constant wide apertures.
Compared with fixed focal length wide angle lenses, this zoom offers flexibility, while primes suit photographers who prioritise maximum aperture or a specific field of view.
Alternatives Worth Considering
If you need better low light performance, a faster wide angle prime may suit your needs better. If you want a single lens for wide to standard coverage, a general purpose zoom may be a more practical option.
Tips for Getting the Best Performance
Keep the lens level to avoid unwanted distortion in architectural shots. Use vibration reduction for handheld shooting in lower light. Get close to foreground subjects to make the most of the wide angle perspective.
Full Technical Specification
Mount: Nikon F mount
Format compatibility: DX
Focal length range: 10 to 20 mm
Maximum aperture: f4.5 to f5.6
Autofocus type: AF P
Vibration reduction: Optical VR built in
Filter size: 72 mm
Lens type: Ultra wide angle zoom
Colour: Black
Included items: Front lens cap LC 72, rear lens cap LF 4, bayonet lens hood HB 81, lens case CL 1015
Buyer’s Guide
Buy this if you want an easy to carry ultra wide angle lens that expands creative options for landscapes, travel and video on Nikon DX cameras.
Do not buy this if your camera does not support AF P lenses or if you need strong low light performance from a wide angle lens.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this lens compatible with all Nikon DSLR cameras?
It is designed for Nikon DX DSLR cameras that support AF P lenses.
Is this a full frame lens?
No, it is designed for DX format cameras.
Does it have image stabilisation?
Yes, it includes built in vibration reduction.
Is it suitable for video recording?
Yes, autofocus is quiet and well suited to video.
Is this lens good for landscapes?
Yes, the ultra wide focal range works very well for landscapes.
Can it be used for interior photography?
Yes, the wide field of view is ideal for tight indoor spaces.
Does it include lens caps and a hood?
Yes, front and rear caps, a hood and a lens case are included.
Is it heavy to carry?
No, it is lightweight and easy to travel with.
Does it replace a kit lens?
No, it complements a kit lens by covering ultra wide angles.
Is it beginner friendly?
Yes, it is easy to use and very forgiving for wide angle shooting.
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