Nikon
Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 18-300mm 3.5-5.6G ED VR
| Component | Weight | Score | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Customer Reviews | 35% | 86.3 | |
| Technical Analysis | 30% | 60.8 | |
| Market Position | 20% | 65.0 | |
| Value Proposition | 15% | 69.9 |
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📖 Overview
The Nikon 18-300mm is a superzoom lens offering an extreme focal range in a single package. It's best for travel and general use when you need versatility above all else. Image quality suffers at the extreme ends, so critical shooters should look elsewhere.
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📋 Specifications
| Focal Length | 18-300mm |
|---|---|
| Max Aperture | f/3.5-5.6 |
| Min Aperture | f/22-32 |
| Lens Type | Zoom |
| Mount | Nikon F |
| AF Motor | Silent Wave Motor (SWM) |
| Image Stabilization | Yes |
| Autofocus | Yes |
| Weather Sealed | No |
| Min Focus Distance | 45.0 cm |
| Max Magnification | 0.32x |
| Elements / Groups | 19 elements in 14 groups |
| Aperture Blades | 9 |
| Filter Diameter | 77mm |
| Weight | 830g |
| Dimensions | 83.0 x 120.0mm |
| Release Year | 2012 |
| MSRP | $999 |
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🖼️ Sample Photos
Real-world photos taken with the Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 18-300mm 3.5-5.6G ED VR, sourced from SampleShots.
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