Different Angles
As you can see, this is not a long lens. From the top, you can easily see the focus range window and the focal length indicator.
The underside of the lens shows the features of the lens at a glance - SWM VR ED IF Aspherical Ø72. Translated, they are Silent Wave Motor, Vibration Reduction, Extra-low Dispersion glass, Internal Focus, Aspherical lens and a filter ring diameter of 72mm.
You can also see that this lens was made in Japan. Just under that is its serial number.
When you view the lens from the left side, you can see the switches for the auto-focus and Vibration Reduction features.
There's nothing on the right side of the lens barrel.
When viewed from the front, it looks like this, with and without the hood on.