rangel28 wrote:
The AF-P lenses use a stepping motor, which makes autofocusing faster and smoother.
The AF-P 18–55 is a very light, small lens, and superior to the AF-S 18–55. IT has faster, smoother and quieter focus. Faster focus is better for photo taking, and smoother and quieter focus is good for video. The downside is no physical button to turn VR on our off. I have owned both lenses and would definitely recommend the AF-P version.
I agree with rangel28. I too have both versions of this lens, and the AF-P is the sharper of the two. I shoot with a D5300 as well. I had to update the firmware, but that was no big deal. I also have the AF-P 70-300VR and it too is a very sharp lens. These lenses are not pro grade, but excellent for the money and are all that an amateur really needs.