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Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 18–300mm f/3.5–6.3G ED VR vs Nikon NIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.2 S

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NikonAF-S DX NIKKOR 18–300mm f/3.5–6.3G ED VRNikonNIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.2 S
Overview
ReleasedApril 2014February 2025
Optics
Lens typeZoomPrime
Focal length18–300 mm35 mm
Maximum aperturef/3.5–6.3f/1.2
Minimum aperturef/22–40f/16
Optical construction16 elements in 12 groups17 elements in 15 groups; internal focusing
Special elementsThree ED glass elements and three aspherical elementsThree ED, one aspherical ED and three aspherical elements
Coatings–Meso Amorphous, Nano Crystal and ARNEO coatings
Aperture detailf/3.5 maximum and f/22 minimum at 18 mm; f/6.3 maximum and f/40 minimum at 300 mmf/1.2–16
DiaphragmSeven rounded blades11 rounded blades
Angle of viewDX 76°–5°20′; angle of view equivalent to 27–450 mm on FXFX 63°; DX 44°
Mount and compatibility
MountsNikon F mountNikon Z mount
Image circleAPS-CFull frame
CompatibilityNikon F-mount G-type CPU lens designed for DXNative Nikon Z mount; FX/full-frame image circle, also usable on DX cameras
Focus and stabilisation
AutofocusYesYes
Minimum focus distance0.48 m0.3 m
Maximum magnification0.29×0.2×
Optical stabilisationYes–
Autofocus detailInternal focusing with an ultrasonic motor and manual focusing available; Nikon USA identifies Silent Wave MotorMulti-focusing system with dual stepping motors; automatic or manual focusing
Focus distance detailMinimum 0.48 m from the focal plane throughout the zoom rangeMinimum 0.3 m from focal plane; no separate AF/MF distance published
Magnification detailNikon Japan specifies maximum 0.29×; Digital Camera World's table gives 0.32×. The maker figure is retainedMaximum 0.2×
Video features–Suppressed focus breathing, quiet focusing and clickless control ring; linear manual focusing can be enabled through compatible camera settings
Stabilisation detailFour stops under CIPA conditions measured at maximum telephoto on an APS-C/DX DSLR; Normal mode, with no tripod VR–
Design
Dust and moisture resistant–Yes
Filter diameter67 mm82 mm
Maximum diameter78.5 mm90 mm
Length99 mm150 mm
Weight550 g1,060 g
ControlsFocus and zoom rings; ePHOTOzine identifies a lock at 18 mm and manual focus override. Digital Camera World notes no distance scaleTwo customisable L-Fn buttons for horizontal or vertical shooting, customisable control ring and manual focus ring; AF/manual switch, as confirmed by both reviews
Zoom designRotating zoom ring with markings at 18, 35, 70, 105, 200 and 300 mm–
Filter detail67 mm screw-in filters; ePHOTOzine reports a non-rotating thread during focusing82 mm screw-in filters, 0.75 mm pitch
Weather resistanceBoth reviews identify a rubber gasket at the metal mount; no general maker protection rating is assignedSealed body, mount and movable barrel parts for dust and drip resistance; resistance is not guaranteed under every condition
Dimensions detailApproximately 78.5 mm maximum diameter × 99 mm from the mountApproximately 90 mm maximum diameter × 150 mm from mount flange
Weight detail–Approximately 1060 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-110 included
In the boxLC-67 front cap and LF-4 rear cap according to Nikon UKLC-82B front cap, LF-N1 rear cap, HB-110 hood and CL-C2 case
Release detailNikon Japan records 24 April 2014 availability; Nikon USA's original announcement specifies May 2014Nikon USA states late February 2025 availability; earliest exact retail day and first UK day unconfirmed, so month precision retained

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