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Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 18–300mm f/3.5–6.3G ED VR vs Nikon NIKKOR Z 50mm f/1.4

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NikonAF-S DX NIKKOR 18–300mm f/3.5–6.3G ED VRNikonNIKKOR Z 50mm f/1.4
Overview
ReleasedApril 2014September 2024
Optics
Lens typeZoomPrime
Focal length18–300 mm50 mm
Maximum aperturef/3.5–6.3f/1.4
Minimum aperturef/22–40f/16
Optical construction16 elements in 12 groups10 elements in seven groups; internal focusing
Special elementsThree ED glass elements and three aspherical elementsOne aspherical element
Aperture detailf/3.5 maximum and f/22 minimum at 18 mm; f/6.3 maximum and f/40 minimum at 300 mmf/1.4–16
DiaphragmSeven rounded bladesNine rounded blades
Angle of viewDX 76°–5°20′; angle of view equivalent to 27–450 mm on FXFX 47°; DX 31°30′
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 m0.37 m
Maximum magnification0.29×0.17×
Optical stabilisationYesNo
Autofocus detailInternal focusing with an ultrasonic motor and manual focusing available; Nikon USA identifies Silent Wave MotorMulti-focusing system; stepping motors; automatic or manual focusing
Focus distance detailMinimum 0.48 m from the focal plane throughout the zoom rangeMinimum 0.37 m from focal plane; no separate AF/manual distance published
Magnification detailNikon Japan specifies maximum 0.29×; Digital Camera World's table gives 0.32×. The maker figure is retainedMaximum 0.17×
Stabilisation detailFour stops under CIPA conditions measured at maximum telephoto on an APS-C/DX DSLR; Normal mode, with no tripod VRNo optical VR, as confirmed by Amateur Photographer; camera-body stabilisation depends on the body
Video features–Suppressed focus breathing, quiet focusing and clickless control ring
Design
Dust and moisture resistant–Yes
Filter diameter67 mm62 mm
Maximum diameter78.5 mm74.5 mm
Length99 mm86.5 mm
Weight550 g420 g
ControlsFocus and zoom rings; ePHOTOzine identifies a lock at 18 mm and manual focus override. Digital Camera World notes no distance scaleSeparate manual focus and customisable control rings; no physical AF/manual switch or function buttons, as confirmed by Amateur Photographer
Zoom designRotating zoom ring with markings at 18, 35, 70, 105, 200 and 300 mmInternal focusing keeps lens length unchanged
Filter detail67 mm screw-in filters; ePHOTOzine reports a non-rotating thread during focusing62 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 assignedDesigned for dust and moisture resistance; resistance is not guaranteed under every condition
Dimensions detailApproximately 78.5 mm maximum diameter × 99 mm from the mountApproximately 74.5 mm maximum diameter × 86.5 mm from mount flange
Weight detail–Approximately 420 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-115 included
In the boxLC-67 front cap and LF-4 rear cap according to Nikon UKLC-62B front cap, LF-N1 rear cap and HB-115 hood
Release detailNikon Japan records 24 April 2014 availability; Nikon USA's original announcement specifies May 2014Nikon USA states late September 2024 availability; earliest exact retail day and first UK day unconfirmed, so month precision retained. The co-marketed f/1.8 S is not treated as its predecessor

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