Nikon AF-S DX 18-300mm F3.5-6.3 G ED VR vs Nikon AF-S 120-300mm F2.8 E FL ED SR VR
This is a full comparison between the lenses Nikon AF-S DX 18-300mm F3.5-6.3 G ED VR and Nikon AF-S 120-300mm F2.8 E FL ED SR VR.
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Product |
Nikon AF-S DX 18-300mm F3.5-6.3 G ED VR |
Nikon AF-S 120-300mm F2.8 E FL ED SR VR |
| Name | Nikon AF-S DX 18-300mm F3.5-6.3 G ED VR | Nikon AF-S 120-300mm F2.8 E FL ED SR VR |
| Also known as | Nikon Nikkor AF-S DX 18-300mm F3.5-6.3 G ED VR | Nikon Nikkor AF-S 120-300mm F2.8 E FL ED SR VR |
| Manufacturer | Nikon | Nikon |
| SKU | 2216 | 20088 |
Release Date and Price |
Nikon AF-S DX 18-300mm F3.5-6.3 G ED VR |
Nikon AF-S 120-300mm F2.8 E FL ED SR VR |
| Release Year | 2014 | 2020 |
| Release Date | 2014-04-10 | 2020-01-07 |
| MSRP | N/A | N/A |
| Last known price | 696 USD | 9497 USD |
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Lens Type |
Nikon AF-S DX 18-300mm F3.5-6.3 G ED VR |
Nikon AF-S 120-300mm F2.8 E FL ED SR VR |
| Lens Type | Superzoom | Telephoto |
| Zoom or Prime | Zoom lens | Zoom lens |
Mount and Compatibility |
Nikon AF-S DX 18-300mm F3.5-6.3 G ED VR |
Nikon AF-S 120-300mm F2.8 E FL ED SR VR |
| Mount | Nikon F | Nikon F |
| Designed for APS-C sensor | Yes | No (Suitable for all sensors) |
Focus |
Nikon AF-S DX 18-300mm F3.5-6.3 G ED VR |
Nikon AF-S 120-300mm F2.8 E FL ED SR VR |
| Autofocus (AF) | Yes | Yes |
| Built-in Autofocus (AF) Motor | Yes | Yes |
| Motor Type | Ultrasonic | Ring-Type Ultrasonic |
| Focus Method | No information | No information |
| Closest Focusing Distance | 48 cm | 200 cm |
| Maximum Magnification | 0,32 | 0,16 |
Aperture |
Nikon AF-S DX 18-300mm F3.5-6.3 G ED VR |
Nikon AF-S 120-300mm F2.8 E FL ED SR VR |
| Maximum Aperture |
F3,5-6,3
This lens has a variable aperture at different focal lengths. F3,5 at 18 mm F6,3 at 300 mm Variable Aperture |
F2,8 |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 9 |
Optics |
Nikon AF-S DX 18-300mm F3.5-6.3 G ED VR |
Nikon AF-S 120-300mm F2.8 E FL ED SR VR |
| Construction | 16 elements / 12 groups | 25 elements / 19 groups |
| Special Elements/Coatings | No information | ED, fluorite and SR elements + Nano Crystal and Arneo coatings |
Focal Length |
Nikon AF-S DX 18-300mm F3.5-6.3 G ED VR |
Nikon AF-S 120-300mm F2.8 E FL ED SR VR |
| Focal Length | 18-300 mm | 120-300 mm |
| Zoom Range | 282 mm | 180 mm |
| Built-in Teleconverter | No | No |
| Teleconverter Multiplier | N/A | N/A |
| Image Stabilization | Yes | Yes |
| Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 4 stops | 4 stops |
Physical |
Nikon AF-S DX 18-300mm F3.5-6.3 G ED VR |
Nikon AF-S 120-300mm F2.8 E FL ED SR VR |
| Weather Sealing | No | Yes |
| Diameter | 79 mm | 128 mm |
| Length | 99 mm | 304 mm |
| Weight | 550 gr | 3250 gr |
Other |
Nikon AF-S DX 18-300mm F3.5-6.3 G ED VR |
Nikon AF-S 120-300mm F2.8 E FL ED SR VR |
| Filter Type | Filter Thread | Filter Thread |
| Filter Diameter | 67 mm | 112 mm |
| Lens Hood | Not Included | Included |
| Lens Hood SKU | HB-39 | HK-41 |
| Tripod Collar | N/A | Included |
| Tripod Collar SKU | N/A | N/A |
