Product Comparison: Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-300mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR vs Tamron 18-400mm F/3.5-6.3 Di II VC HLD
General Specifications
Brand
Nikon
Tamron
Model
AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-300mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR
18-400mm F/3.5-6.3 Di II VC HLD
Origin
Japan
Japan
About the Product
With incredible reach in a remarkably compact body, the powerful AF-S DX NIKKOR 18–300 mm f/3.5–6.3G ED VR lens is designed to cover every imaginable shooting situation. Crafted to draw good results from high-resolution DX-format D-SLRs and equipped with enhanced technology the AF-S DX NIKKOR 18–300 mm f/3.5–6.3G ED VR lens is optimal for enthusiastic photographers.
Introducing the world’s first ultra-telephoto all-in-one zoom lens for the APS-C format. With a focal length range of 18-400mm and 22.2x zoom, it has an ultra-telephoto range equivalent to 620mm in the 35mm format. This brings distant subjects closer, while providing perspective-flattening effects that are only possible with an extreme telephoto lens.
Key Specs
Mount Type
Nikon F-Bayonet
Nikon F-Bayonet
Maximum Aperture
3.5 /f
3.5 /f
Minimum Focal Length
18 millimeters
18 millimeters
Maximum Focal Length
300 millimeters
400 millimeters
Lens Type
Telephoto zoom
Telephoto zoom
What customers say about "Key Specs"
Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-300mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR Camera Lens
- The lens is compact but has a great zoom range.
- The aperture is good.
- The focal range is just unmatched for travel photography and changing landscapes or scenes.
- The lens is ultra sharp at any focal distances.
- Solidly constructed, awesome 18-300mm focal length range and images are excellent!
Tamron 18-400mm F/3.5-6.3 Di II VC HLD Camera Lens
- This lens has a great focal range.
- Ideal for travel with this wide focal length.
- I like the zoom lens, cover wide angle to telephone.
- Quality and focal range on this lens is fantastic.
- The images are clear and sharp.
Size & Weight
Height
3.3 in.
3.11 in.
Width
3.3 in.
3.11 in.
Depth
4.7 in.
4.8 in.
Weight
29.3 oz.
24.9 oz.
What customers say about "Size & Weight"
Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-300mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR Camera Lens
- It is compact, works like a charm and is not all that heavy.
- It is lightweight and takes phenomenal captures.
- Light, compact when retracted, easy to carry around anywhere.
- Compact and lightweight. Also works great while kayaking.
- Great lens, super compact and lightweight considering the focal range.
Tamron 18-400mm F/3.5-6.3 Di II VC HLD Camera Lens
- The lens itself was great considering the price, zoom length, and compact size.
- Compact, phenomenon range, lightweight, affordable and great picture quality.
- This is the perfect all-around travel lens, light and compact.
- The weight works great for me.
- Compact size for my travel bag.
Imaging
Minimum Focus Distance
17.7 in.
17.7 in.
Field Of View
76° - 5°20'
75°33' - 4°
Zoom Type
Rotating
Rotating
Focus
Auto Focus, Manual Focus
Auto Focus, Manual Focus
Optical Stabilization
Yes
Yes
What customers say about "Imaging"
Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-300mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR Camera Lens
- It has a manual focus ring as well as the focal length ring.
- The autofocus is super fast and the continuous is great.
- Nice and balanced, fast accurate focus, great zoom.
- Pretty fast autofocus with my D3300.
- It’s reasonable fast and the focus is fast and accurate. The stabilization is very good.
Tamron 18-400mm F/3.5-6.3 Di II VC HLD Camera Lens
- Autofocus is silent and works well, as does image stabilization.
- The manual focus has no problem. It works very smoothly.
- Great optics, fast focus, sharp, excellent color.
- The focus is extremely sharp for this type lens.
- The VC works great and auto focus seems pretty quick.
Features
Brand Compatibility
Nikon
Nikon
Sensor Type Compatibility
DX-format
DX-format
Lens Groups and Elements
19 Elements in 14 Groups
16 elements in 11 groups
Number of Aperture Blades
9
7
Filter Diameter
77 millimeters
72 millimeters
Extras
Super Integrated Coating, Aspherical Lens, ED (Extra-Low Dispersion) Glass, AF-S (Silent Wave Motor), Internal Focusing, VR (Vibration Reduction), IF Lens
HLD (High/Low torque-modulated Drive), VC (Vibration Compensation), Moisture-resistant construction
What customers say about "Features"
Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-300mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR Camera Lens
- The images are sharp and the build is sturdy.
- Amazing lens well worth the money!
- Build quality is very good, you won't be disappointed.
- The VR works great and it takes fantastic pictures!
- At 300mm it will focus amazingly close and the image quality is superb.
Tamron 18-400mm F/3.5-6.3 Di II VC HLD Camera Lens
- It's a well built, solid lens.
- The zoom ability on this lens is fantastic.
- Very wide range and good photographs.
- This lens has amazingly useful VC.
- Excellent construction and durable materials.
Warranty / Certifications
Manufacturer Warranty
1 year(s)
1 year(s)
Certifications
CE
CE
Other Information
MSRP
999.95 $
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