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Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 18–300mm f/3.5–6.3G ED VR vs Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S II

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NikonAF-S DX NIKKOR 18–300mm f/3.5–6.3G ED VRNikonNIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S II
Overview
ReleasedApril 2014September 2025
Optics
Lens typeZoomZoom
Focal length18–300 mm24–70 mm
Maximum aperturef/3.5–6.3f/2.8
Minimum aperturef/22–40f/22
Macro lens–No
Optical construction16 elements in 12 groups14 elements in 10 groups
Special elementsThree ED glass elements and three aspherical elementsTwo ED and three aspherical elements
Coatings–Meso Amorphous Coat and ARNEO Coat; fluorine-coated front element
Aperture detailf/3.5 maximum and f/22 minimum at 18 mm; f/6.3 maximum and f/40 minimum at 300 mm–
DiaphragmSeven rounded blades11 rounded blades
Angle of viewDX 76°–5°20′; angle of view equivalent to 27–450 mm on FXFX 84°–34°20′; DX 61°–22°50′
Mount and compatibility
MountsNikon F mountNikon Z
Image circleAPS-CFull frame
CompatibilityNikon F-mount G-type CPU lens designed for DXNikon Z mount, FX/full-frame image circle
Focus and stabilisation
AutofocusYesYes
Minimum focus distance0.48 m0.24 m
Maximum magnification0.29×0.32×
Optical stabilisationYesNo
Autofocus detailInternal focusing with an ultrasonic motor and manual focusing available; Nikon USA identifies Silent Wave MotorMulti-focusing system with Silky Swift Voice Coil Motors
Focus distance detailMinimum 0.48 m from the focal plane throughout the zoom rangeMinimum focus from focal plane 0.24 m at 24/28 mm, 0.27 m at 35 mm, 0.30 m at 50 mm and 0.33 m at 70 mm
Magnification detailNikon Japan specifies maximum 0.29×; Digital Camera World's table gives 0.32×. The maker figure is retainedMaximum 0.21× at 24 mm or 0.32× at 70 mm
Stabilisation detailFour stops under CIPA conditions measured at maximum telephoto on an APS-C/DX DSLR; Normal mode, with no tripod VRNo in-lens VR according to Photography Blog; stabilisation depends on the attached camera body
Video features–Focus-breathing suppression; internal zoom keeps the centre of gravity steady on gimbals
Design
Dust and moisture resistant–Yes
Filter diameter67 mm77 mm
Maximum diameter78.5 mm84 mm
Length99 mm142 mm
Weight550 g675 g
ControlsFocus and zoom rings; ePHOTOzine identifies a lock at 18 mm and manual focus override. Digital Camera World notes no distance scaleClick on/off control ring, two assignable L-fn buttons and focus-limit switch that restricts minimum focus to 0.33 m throughout the zoom range
Zoom designRotating zoom ring with markings at 18, 35, 70, 105, 200 and 300 mmInternal zoom maintains the lens length
Filter detail67 mm screw-in filters; ePHOTOzine reports a non-rotating thread during focusing–
Weather resistanceBoth reviews identify a rubber gasket at the metal mount; no general maker protection rating is assignedDust- and drip-resistant construction; not guaranteed in every situation
Dimensions detailApproximately 78.5 mm maximum diameter × 99 mm from the mountApproximately 84 mm maximum diameter by 142 mm from camera mount flange to lens end
Weight detail–Maker approximately 675 g
Lens hoodNot included in Nikon UK's accessory list; Digital Camera World confirms the hood is sold separately, despite ePHOTOzine describing a supplied hoodHB-117 with window for rotating filters
In the boxLC-67 front cap and LF-4 rear cap according to Nikon UKLC-77B front cap, LF-N1 rear cap, HB-117 hood and CL-C2 case
Release detailNikon Japan records 24 April 2014 availability; Nikon USA's original announcement specifies May 2014Announced 22 August 2025; Nikon US specified mid-September availability. Main keeps the confirmed month without inventing a UK retail day

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