Nikon Inc
Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3G ED VR Zoom Lens camera kit
A versatile zoom lens covering 18 to 300 mm with vibration reduction and a 0.32x maximum magnification
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- Versatile 18-300mm zoom covers wide to telephoto
- Vibration Reduction steadies handheld shots at long reach
- 32x magnification with 1.6 ft close focus for detail
- 16 elements in 12 groups with ED glass for clarity
- f/3.5-6.3 to f/22 aperture range controls depth of field
Versatile zoom lens for DX DSLRs
The Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3G ED VR covers a wide 18-300mm focal range in a single black lens. It uses 16 elements in 12 groups and includes Vibration Reduction for steadier handheld shots. The aperture spans f/3.5 to f/22 and the angle of view runs from 76° to 5°20'. Maximum magnification reaches 0.32x.
Travel shooters wanting one lens.
This kit suits photographers who need wide-angle to telephoto coverage without changing lenses on a DX-format DSLR. It also works on FX bodies in DX crop mode. Buyers who need a constant wide aperture throughout the zoom range or who require closer focusing than 1.6 ft should look at other options.
18-300mm focal range decides fit
The 18-300mm span is the single specification that determines whether this lens matches the intended shooting scenarios. It replaces multiple primes or shorter zooms for everyday, travel and event use. If the required reach falls outside this range, a different lens is needed.
Highlights
- Versatile 18-300mm zoom covers wide to telephoto
- Vibration Reduction steadies handheld shots at long reach
- 32x magnification with 1.6 ft close focus for detail
- 16 elements in 12 groups with ED glass for clarity
- f/3.5-6.3 to f/22 aperture range controls depth of field
Specifications
| Brand | Nikon |
|---|---|
| Model | Not Available |
| Color | Black |
Questions about this item
Should I pick the 18-300mm kit or a shorter zoom?
The 18-300mm covers wide-angle to super-telephoto in one lens, replacing several primes; choose it if you want maximum framing flexibility without changing glass.
What does the 16-element, 12-group design mean for image quality?
The 16 elements in 12 groups correct chromatic aberration and distortion across the 18-300mm range, keeping centre-to-edge sharpness consistent even at maximum aperture.
How does the f/3.5-6.3 aperture range affect low-light shooting?
At 18 mm the lens opens to f/3.5 for brighter indoor shots; at 300 mm it narrows to f/6.3, so you will need higher ISO or slower shutter speeds when zoomed in.
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