Lens Summary
Brand: Nikon
Also Known As: Nikon 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3G VR
Lens Type: Zoom Lens
Format: APS-C / DX
Focus: Autofocus
Lens Mount: Nikon F
Release Date: 2014-04-10
MSRP Price: $899.95
Made in: Thailand
Infrared Rating: Good
Production Status: In Production
Lens Description: The world is full of amazing views - some right in front of us, others far in the distance. Capture all of them beautifully with a single lens, the outstanding all-in-one telephoto zoom AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3G ED VR. Surprisingly compact and lightweight for a 16.7x zoom lens, the AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3G ED VR draws great performance from Nikon DX-format D-SLRs and is a highly versatile second lens. Shoot wide-angle scenic landscapes and group photos, portraits with softly blurred backgrounds, super-telephoto close-ups and everything in between—if you can see it, the AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3G ED VR can capture it. Optimized for shooting both stills and HD videos, it features specialized Vibration Reduction technology for tack-sharp photos and steady videos, even when your hands are a bit shaky. And since it's a NIKKOR, it features some of the best optics available. Whether you're looking for maximum versatility in a lens or you're just the kind of photographer who finds inspiration all around, the AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3G ED VR will help you capture more of life's great views.
Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3G ED VR Specifications
| Lens Specifications | |
|---|---|
| * Supplied accessories may differ depending on country or area | |
| Lens Type | Zoom Lens |
| Focal Length | 18-300mm |
| Mount Type | Nikon F |
| Format | APS-C / DX |
| Compatible Format(s) | DX |
| Compatible with Teleconverters | No |
| Zoom Ratio | 16.7x |
| Maximum Reproduction Ratio | 0.32x |
| Vibration Reduction (Image Stabilization) | Yes |
| Aperture Information | |
| Aperture Ring | No |
| Maximim Aperture | f/3.5-6.3 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/22 |
| Maximum Angle of View (APS-C or smaller format) | 76° |
| Minimum Angle of View (APS-C or smaller format) | 5°20' |
| Optical Information | |
| Lens Elements | 16 |
| Lens Groups | 12 |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 |
| Extra-Low Dispersion Glass Elements | 3 |
| Aspherical Elements | 3 |
| Focus Information | |
| Focus | Autofocus |
| Built-in Focus Motor | Yes |
| Silent Wave Motor (SWM) | Yes |
| Internal Focusing | Yes |
| Minimum Focus Distance | 1.6 ft. (0.48m) |
| Focus Mode Switch | Auto, Manual |
| G-type | Yes |
| Distance Information | Yes |
| Filter Information | |
| Filter Size | 67mm |
| Accepts Filter Type | Screw-on |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Weather / Dust Sealing | No |
| Mount Material | Metal |
| Dimensions | 3 in. (78.5 mm) x 3.8 in. (99 mm) |
| Weight | 19.4 oz. (550 g) |
| Other Information | |
| Available in Colors | Black |
| Supplied Accessories | LC-67 Snap-on Front Lens Cap, HB-39 Bayonet Lens Hood, LF-4 Rear Lens Cap, CL-1018 Soft Lens Case |
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I was very lucky – I bought this lens secondhand for 180 dollars – I am thrilled with it. It is very compact, quick to focus on my D7100, and sharper than I would ever expect from this kind of do-it-all superzoom.
I found that the VR worked very well, too. It is a lovely do-it-all lens I would say; yes extremely useful for what I do which is event photography for a local newspaper, simply because you can switch from wide to tele without having to change lenses.
The quality of the images is very good too – very crisp and contrasty. I couldn’t be happier