Nikon AF-S DX 18-300mm F3.5-6.3 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 F3.5-6.3 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 F3.5-6.3 G ED VR |
Nikon AF-S 300mm f/4 E PF ED VR |
Name | Nikon AF-S DX 18-300mm F3.5-6.3 G ED VR | Nikon AF-S 300mm f/4 E PF ED VR |
Also known as | Nikon Nikkor AF-S DX 18-300mm F3.5-6.3 G ED VR | Nikon Nikkor AF-S 300mm f/4 E PF ED VR |
Manufacturer | Nikon | Nikon |
SKU | 2216 | 2223 |
Release Date and Price |
Nikon AF-S DX 18-300mm F3.5-6.3 G ED VR |
Nikon AF-S 300mm f/4 E PF ED VR |
Release Year | 2014 | 2015 |
Release Date | 2014-04-10 | 2015-01-06 |
MSRP | N/A | N/A |
Last known price | 696 USD | 1996 USD |
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Lens Type |
Nikon AF-S DX 18-300mm F3.5-6.3 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 F3.5-6.3 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 F3.5-6.3 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 | Ultrasonic | Ultrasonic |
Focus Method | No information | No information |
Closest Focusing Distance | 48 cm | 140 cm |
Maximum Magnification | 0,32 | 0,24 |
Aperture |
Nikon AF-S DX 18-300mm F3.5-6.3 G ED VR |
Nikon AF-S 300mm f/4 E PF ED 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 |
F4 |
Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 9 |
Optics |
Nikon AF-S DX 18-300mm F3.5-6.3 G ED VR |
Nikon AF-S 300mm f/4 E PF ED VR |
Construction | 16 elements / 12 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 F3.5-6.3 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 | 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 300mm f/4 E PF ED VR |
Weather Sealing | No | Yes |
Diameter | 79 mm | 89 mm |
Length | 99 mm | 148 mm |
Weight | 550 gr | 755 gr |
Other |
Nikon AF-S DX 18-300mm F3.5-6.3 G ED VR |
Nikon AF-S 300mm f/4 E PF ED VR |
Filter Type | Filter Thread | Filter Thread |
Filter Diameter | 67 mm | 77 mm |
Lens Hood | Not Included | Included |
Lens Hood SKU | HB-39 | HB-73 |
Tripod Collar | N/A |
Not included (but available as accessory) |
Tripod Collar SKU | N/A | RT-1 |