Nikon AF-S DX 18-300mm F3.5-5.6 G ED VR vs Nikon AF-S 300mm f/4 E PF ED VR
This is a full comparison between the lenses Nikon AF-S DX 18-300mm F3.5-5.6 G ED VR and Nikon AF-S 300mm f/4 E PF ED VR.
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Product |
Nikon AF-S DX 18-300mm F3.5-5.6 G ED VR |
Nikon AF-S 300mm f/4 E PF ED VR |
| Name | Nikon AF-S DX 18-300mm F3.5-5.6 G ED VR | Nikon AF-S 300mm f/4 E PF ED VR |
| Also known as | Nikon Nikkor AF-S DX 18-300mm F3.5-5.6 G ED VR | Nikon Nikkor AF-S 300mm f/4 E PF ED VR |
| Manufacturer | Nikon | Nikon |
| SKU | 2223 | |
Release Date and Price |
Nikon AF-S DX 18-300mm F3.5-5.6 G ED VR |
Nikon AF-S 300mm f/4 E PF ED VR |
| Release Year | 2012 | 2015 |
| Release Date | 2015-01-06 | |
| MSRP | 999 USD | N/A |
| Last known price | 0 USD | 1996 USD |
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Lens Type |
Nikon AF-S DX 18-300mm F3.5-5.6 G ED VR |
Nikon AF-S 300mm f/4 E PF ED VR |
| Lens Type | Superzoom | Telephoto |
| Zoom or Prime | Zoom lens | Prime lens (no zoom) |
Mount and Compatibility |
Nikon AF-S DX 18-300mm F3.5-5.6 G ED VR |
Nikon AF-S 300mm f/4 E PF ED VR |
| Mount | Nikon F | Nikon F |
| Designed for APS-C sensor | Yes | No (Suitable for all sensors) |
Focus |
Nikon AF-S DX 18-300mm F3.5-5.6 G ED VR |
Nikon AF-S 300mm f/4 E PF ED VR |
| Autofocus (AF) | Yes | Yes |
| Built-in Autofocus (AF) Motor | Yes | Yes |
| Motor Type | No information | Ultrasonic |
| Focus Method | No information | No information |
| Closest Focusing Distance | 45 cm | 140 cm |
| Maximum Magnification | 3,2 | 0,24 |
Aperture |
Nikon AF-S DX 18-300mm F3.5-5.6 G ED VR |
Nikon AF-S 300mm f/4 E PF ED VR |
| Maximum Aperture |
F3,5-5,6
This lens has a variable aperture at different focal lengths. F3,5 at 18 mm F5,6 at 300 mm Variable Aperture |
F4 |
| Diaphragm Blades | No information | 9 |
Optics |
Nikon AF-S DX 18-300mm F3.5-5.6 G ED VR |
Nikon AF-S 300mm f/4 E PF ED VR |
| Construction | 19 elements / 14 groups | 16 elements / 10 groups |
| Special Elements/Coatings | No information | 1 ED element 1 phase fresnel element Fluorine coating Nano crystal coating |
Focal Length |
Nikon AF-S DX 18-300mm F3.5-5.6 G ED VR |
Nikon AF-S 300mm f/4 E PF ED VR |
| Focal Length | 18-300 mm | 300 mm |
| Zoom Range | 282 mm | None (Prime lens) No Zoom available. |
| Built-in Teleconverter | No | No |
| Teleconverter Multiplier | N/A | N/A |
| Image Stabilization |
Yes
VR II |
Yes |
| Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | N/A | 4 stops |
Physical |
Nikon AF-S DX 18-300mm F3.5-5.6 G ED VR |
Nikon AF-S 300mm f/4 E PF ED VR |
| Weather Sealing | No | Yes |
| Diameter | 83 mm | 89 mm |
| Length | 120 mm | 148 mm |
| Weight | 830 gr | 755 gr |
Other |
Nikon AF-S DX 18-300mm F3.5-5.6 G ED VR |
Nikon AF-S 300mm f/4 E PF ED VR |
| Filter Type | Filter Thread | Filter Thread |
| Filter Diameter | 77 mm | 77 mm |
| Lens Hood | Included | Included |
| Lens Hood SKU | HB-58 | HB-73 |
| Tripod Collar | N/A |
Not included (but available as accessory) |
| Tripod Collar SKU | N/A | RT-1 |
