Thanks for the feedback!:) I crossed a large/open field and found these trapped in the ice ... awesome to see how the a bit of sun can do magic on a cold day:).
Your narrations are flowless and superb. May be You are the only photographer who showing us that with entry level DSLR we can take amazing clicks. Thanks for your review of this lense.
Thanks for the post/feedback Anthony and glad to inspire!:) Now, get out there and have some fun!:) I like to grab my camera and hit local parks, etc. Some may not see the art/image that can be achieve from a broken flashing yellow light for example ... interesting images are all around us ... it's just a matter of perspective and composition:).
Exactly what I wanted to see, i.e. a multi-task lens in a camera like mine. Now I have bought it at half price in perfect condition to replace my 18-55, 55-200, 55-300. I would like to add that many of my friends have full-frame Nikons and are admired by the quality of such amateur equipment as the D3400 and dedicated lenses. After a series of photos taken with the 18-300 lens in manual mode, manual changing ISO frequently and other parameters, in a newer version, simplified and cheaper than its predecessor, I must admit that it perfectly replaced my current three lenses. Fast autofocus at various settings, good or even better quality photos / sharpness in low light. The manual ring close and in the perfect place does not interfere with the rest of the lens for hand positioning or other things. The zoom adjustment is not exactly perfectly smooth, but you can feel it. I found a review of this lens where someone was putting it on an FX camera ... My hands dropped. Or they compared it to lenses with a completely different purpose or wider ranges of work ... Once again, hands dropped at the sight of these pseudo-professionals. In my Nikon D3400 this lens does a very decent job and I don't think I would ever replace Nikon lenses with low quality Chinese from Tamron or Sigma.
Thanks for the video. I appreciate your camera tips as I am a new photographer. But this song has become one of my favorites after hearing it in a previous video. Thanks again.
Thanks for the post/feedback!:) I exchanged messages with the group a year or so back ... nice/great people and I am certain they will enjoy your feedback as well:). Finding music is tougher than many might expect (licensing, timing, vocals, beat, etc.).
Nice lens, for a lens that reaches out to 300mm it sure is compact. I have a Sigma 28-200 that I love, it eliminates the need for some smaller zooms, much like this one you reviewed, but it is a little larger. The detail on this lens was really good with those close up shots. That extra hundred millimeter reach is a nice plus, this is a lens that I could easily make room for in my bag. Thanks for showing this lens to us.
Thanks for another great tutorial video, look forward to seeing your thoughts on camera shooting as well as light room and post production . I bought this lens in addition to the non vr version that came in my kit package, primarily for video or long distance stabilization, has fared well. Went outdoors with my two shelties to a local state park and got some teriffic shots of a red-tailed Hawk against the blue sky and both warping and vignetting were non events, the photos turned out great Imo. Have a great day, and thanks again for your time and insights!
Thanks for the post/feedback Tim!:) Ahhhhh yes, red-tailed hawks can make for good photos!:) I have a handful of vids on Lightroom if interested ... > lightroom for beginners: th-cam.com/video/ZRJ8aifcin4/w-d-xo.html > dealing with high ISO in lightroom: th-cam.com/video/pKnpLb32j1w/w-d-xo.html > post processing portraits in lightroom: th-cam.com/video/nkh78JifdVc/w-d-xo.html > isolate colors in lightroom: th-cam.com/video/He-hfOgoMQM/w-d-xo.html
Nice examples. You have the professional eye! I just got the D7500/ 18-200 but I'm thinking the 18-300 gives me a bit more reach for about the same size and weight. Should I upgrade, or will I lose quality? Or should I get the 18-300 Sigma, or the 18-400 Tamron? I intend to shoot videos and landscapes, and general photos like butterflies and birds. I'm a professional videographer, but a good amateur photographer. TY!
Thanks for the post/feedback/question:). I have shot with all three and might lean towards the Tamron 18-400 ... I have a review video on the lens - it feels solid, sharp images, and offers extra range :).
hmmm ... noise typically means the camera is using a high ISO - check to see what ISO the camera is using as I suspect it is high:). the lens is solid/sharp.
Great video! I've fancied this lens for a while now, especially as my Nikon 70 - 300 is cracking on, so you have inspired me to purchase it even more now! Love the leaves in ice :-) Keep up the great work. Tim Snow from North Wales, UK
I had been considering purchasing this lens. Right now I have a 55mm-200mm which is ok but would be much more diverse with the 18-300. Biggest issue is the price point. Little doubt that it is a reasonably priced lens but much more that the lower end lenses. I also have the 35 and 50 primes which I love!! The lens I am really enjoying right now and just got this week was the 40mm macro. I never had so much fun shooting such a variety of tack sharp images. I am sure you have reviewed it already, but if not you got to spend a day with that one!!! Enjoy your videos and all you do. I can see where the 18-300 could be a real workhorse!!! Moonpie
Thanks for the post:). Ahhhh yes, the 55-200 is a staple in the Nikon kits as well. I JUST finished a review on the Tamron 18-400 and should have the video uploaded in the next 12 hours or so ... this is another worthy consideration in my opinion:). I used the fixed 40 on a macro video - th-cam.com/video/TzdY3azkzYc/w-d-xo.html ... really like the 40 as well:).
replied to your post on another video but will copy here for others to benefit as well ... i suspect you have the lens by now and put it through the paces - i really like this lens :). i typically shoot with manual ISO and quickly adjust as needed to gain a proper exposure. i control the aperture to maintain exposure at the lower ISO and adjust the ISO secondarily. if you shoot is auto ISO (which I have done before as well), set the max to something you are good with - for example, 1600 (although i have shot with much higher as well) :).
thanks for the post/feedback!:) i have a video on how to clean your sensor (not lens) which might be of help - th-cam.com/video/yzkDTTxLHU8/w-d-xo.html
One more great review! Your videos are so inspiring! After having photography as my main hobby for the past 2 years, I 've come to the conclusion that missing a shot is less forgivable than not having the best lens in terms of sharpness/distortion etc. I regretted buying (used of course!) the Tamron 70-200 as secondary lens for telephoto shooting. Too heavy! I rarely carried it in my bag because of the weight and also was a bit discouraged to move around strangers with this big gun. I sold it recently and I'm pretty convinced the 18-300 will be my next best lens-buddy (along with the 16-80 I'm already using as main lens on my d7500). I also keep a 50mm 1.8G for low-light. Thanks for your review and effort! Stay safe my friend!!! Ps. Forgot to mention that your field testing results agree with Ken Rockwell's review about the good bokeh of this lens. It's amazing how many pros this lens has, and distortion/vignette is a zero problem to me as I do raw editing 99% of the time!
thanks for the post/feedback:). the 70-200 seems to be a good/solid staple for specific photo shoots, however i lean towards the 18-200, 18-300, or 18-400 (tamron) for my everyday lens and also carry the fixed 50 in my bag (a great combo in my opinion).
@@RealWorld In the meantime, I got a good and barely used copy of the tamron 16-300 and I'm very happy with it. Less expensive than the nikkor 18-300 and you have a wider end which really makes a difference. I agree with you, being practical and flexible gives you more creative opportunities! Priceless!
It seems pretty much perfect for everything, from portraits to landscapes and nature stuff I'm a newbie, is it worth for it to be used as everything kind of lens? Can it do everything
Ahhhhh yes, the power of post processing!:) I have created a few vids on Lightroom and plan to create more ... they do not seem to attract many views but I feel post processing is a big part of the overall final results to any image. I may have used a gradient tool and enhanced the colors a bit ... would need to take a closer look:).
the addition 100mm would certainly help. in addition, i might consider the tamron 18-400 ( th-cam.com/video/CfDfu8sK-o0/w-d-xo.html ). one more quick consideration is shutter speed and ISO - when you are leveraging the 200-400 range, less light enters making for slower shutter speeds. in order to combat this, keep raise the ISO to increase the shutter speed:).
I noticed in your metadata your ISO was constantly changing.. Did you do that or does the camera body have that capability if you are shooing in aperture or shutter priority? Thanks
Thanks for the post/question David:). I typically control the ISO but you can have the camera do the same. Setting the ISO to auto is unrelated to the camera mode (i.e. aperture nor shutter).
Not required:). I mainly use lens hoods to help protect the glass if I am bouncing around in the field, etc. I might also use it in rare sunlit conditions.
Thanks for the post and glad to be of help Katie!:) I typically do not use filters with exception to an ND filter which can be nice to slow the shutter to capture flowing water in the daytime ( I used an ND filter in this video (look for the water shots;) - th-cam.com/video/OrLbIhoBeOo/w-d-xo.html ). Many filter effects can be applied in post processing using Lightroom, etc., however this is one major benefit to consider - protecting the glass. If you want to protect the front/outer glass of your lens, I might suggest a polarizer of some sort ( this is a very basic filter from Amazon that would do the trick - amzn.to/2X3mF1j (check/confirm the size needed)). I typically use a lens hood to shade sunlight and protect my glass though:).
Hi, please advise...... at 18mm which shows best quality..this Nikon lens or Tamron 18 to 400 mm.... Similarly at 300 mm....which of the two shows better results.
hey..great shots..im struggling to make those glare ripples that you have right there at 7:08 down the video... how did you get that? if it's by post processing, please do tell that setting, if that's a pure talent dive, ;) , please explain that too :)cheers...
Hi I need an help. I own a D7200 with a 16-80, 70-300 IF ED VR, a 35 DX and a 50 AF-D. When i bought the camera it was in kit with the 18-140mm which i used in very fews occasions. With my set of lenses, that 18-140 is "useless", so i were thinking to replace it with the neewer version of 18-300 (the f/3.5-6.3). It could give me the chance to have a single all around lens in daylight situation where a i can't/won't carry all the equipment (eg. on beach with child). Based on your experiences, immage quality is so far from 18-140mm? I'm not a pixelpeeper but i use to see immages from my better lenses and so i fear 18-300 is too much far from them. Coud you give me a suggestion? TNX. Regards from Italy. Giuseppe.-
Thanks for the post!:) You have a good range of lenses and I can relate with your situation as I have been there and done that as well:). I would suggest moving forward with the 18-300 and carrying the fixed 50 if you have room (or 35 as both are solid). If not, leave the 50 and run with the 18-300. For many years, I used the Nikon 18-200 VR lens as my all around lens. The lens stayed on my camera 99% of the time and works well. I used the same lens on a crop sensor body for all shots take at the Indy 500 100th anniversary ( I created a quick video which might be of help - th-cam.com/video/ja6RcDEZL9U/w-d-xo.html ).
On extreme zoom lenses barrel distortion is normal/expected at the wide ranges. This is why many photographers might carry a smaller zoom range at the extremes or perhaps a fixed lens of some sort. I do not mind the distortion as most can be fixed in post processing. Nonetheless, the distortion starts to fade significantly in the upper 20 range. Keep in mind the distortion is only more noticeable with a straight lines in the subject.:)
Thanks for the post/suggestion Joel:). Interesting as I have owned the 18-200 for many years and do not believe I have a video on the lens ... a great/solid lens.
Ahhhh great question Antoine!:) I spent the last few minutes testing this thought/suggestion and the answer is .... no:). However, Nikon includes a Auto Distortion Control feature in the menu system (menu > shooting menu > auto distortion control). I tested this feature on and off with and without jpeg. The results? auto distortion control seems to do a decent job on both raw and jpeg which is good to know:). This might be worth a quick vid:).
I am considering this lens for everyday fun to shoot moment, i do own 18-55, 55-200, used 18-135, new 35mm f/1.8. Considering replacing all 3 zoom with one 18-300. I s this heavy for travel photography?
This lens is not heavy in my opinion and a worthy contender to replace the three you have mentioned. I might also consider the Tamron 18-400 which is a nice solid lens albeit a bit heavier as well:).
I have the 55-200mm and a 70-300mm. They are fairly cheap so the focusing isn't very fast. Would you say the 18-300mm has a fast focus, say for sports photography?
I have a Nikon D 7500 , I wanted to buy a big range zoom, I’m looking between the tamron 18-400 and nikkor 18-300 which of these two Lens you think is the best option for traveling with my D7500 Thank you in advance for your advice
If you want a bigger range, I might lean towards the Tamron 18-400. I have a review vid on it (th-cam.com/video/CfDfu8sK-o0/w-d-xo.html) and like many aspects of the lens. Nonetheless, both are solid but Tamron give a bit more reach. :)
Hello, this seems like an good lens, if you can deal with warping issues on small zoom sizes. However I am still undecided between this and the AF-P DX NIKKOR 70-300mm f/4.5-6.3G ED. It seem this AF-S DX NIKKOR has better aperture, minimum focus distance and quieter. Which one do you feel has better telephoto zoom quality in final shots, esp in middle and 300mm? I am a high entry level user using 5600. Esp as £200 of difference.
Thanks for the post/question:). I feel both will ultimately produce similar images and suspect the main difference is within the AF-P. Nikon's P version is their silent focus motor which is great for video. If you do not need the silent motor and want to save some money, I might lean towards the S version:).
@@TwoFourCharlie007 Are you satisfied with the image quality at long end? I'm also considering the tamron 18-400 which has quite decent image quality at long end.
first i would like to thank you again for your time into these videos ... i have a question ? i have the D5300 with the 70-300 kit lens and have been shooting the birds at our feeders outside and i notice if i shoot at just a little under full zoom it has its sweet spot ...but i would like to get closer with the lens.. do they have a good magnifier for more zoom???? ive also been looking at bigger zoom lens .... 500+MM do you know of a decent zoom lens ???? that is cost efficient??? im afraid of the cheep ones on amazon but have been considering one..:-)
Thanks for the post/feedback and glad to be of help!:) You are correct - I have found many lenses have a sweet spot and feel the 70-300 is just shy of 300 as well:). I can related with your situation and my suggest a teleconverter of some sort. Teleconverters come is different sized typically ranging from 1.4 to 2 (meaning it will convert or multiply your zoom by the given range/number (so if you had a 2x teleconverter on a 300mm, you will effectively reach to 600mm)). The trade off will be slightly softer images along with a stop or two of loss. One suggestion might be the Sigma 2x ( amzn.to/2BxrEhu ). Another thought is a full-on manual one size lens ( amzn.to/2GpjThw ). A friend of mine has something similar and uses it for one purpose - the moon:). This might be a good idea for a review vid:).
@@RealWorld amzn.to/2GpjThw thank you !!!! i had this lens saved in my amazon for over a month waiting for price change and or more reviews .. or if any other lens came out.. i ordered it today it will be here Saturday i will give you an update as how well it works .....thank you again for your time and your videos.. :-)
What a timely video for me! Because I like to test 70-300mm lens this weekend. One question, when you took a photo of a leaf holding on your hand, the exposure setting was 1/125 at 300mm. Obviously, the shutter speed is slower compared to the focal length of 300mm. Did you use VR on? Many thanks!
Thanks for the post and glad to be of help!:) Yes, I leveraged VR on all shots which I found helpful at slower shutter speeds. I took one shot at 1/30 of second although not certain it made the demo in the video:). Nonetheless, I was surprised how well VR worked when needing to shoot at slower speeds.
Hi, so what would you recommend if I'm hesitating between the 18-200 and 18-300? (My old 18-200 broke and I want to replace it). The extra range is tempting but some reviews says it's not worth it because of the warping and vignetting and reduced light... Do you have a recommendation? thanks :)
I have shot with the 18-200, 18-300, and the Tamron 18-400 ( amzn.to/2EieUNn ). I had the 18-200 for many years and still have it today, although it has seen better days:). I might consider the Tamron 18-400 ... here is a video review I created which might be of help - th-cam.com/video/CfDfu8sK-o0/w-d-xo.html
wow - i had to take a closer look. seems strange for Nikon to create two lenses with the same range but different apertures. :) nonetheless, i believe the 6.3 version is a bit lighter and accepts a smaller ring/filters. nonetheless, i do see any quality differences.
Thanks a lot as this lens was actually on my purchase list. however, I am not sure if I am enough convinced to get one. :/ can this be used for portrait as well?
Hello What will you recomand: NIKON AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-300mm 1:3,5-6,3 G ED VR or NIKON AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-300mm 1:3,5-5,6 G ED VR . What is the difference? Thank you for the great work. Best regards
The main difference is in the aperture:). The max aperture when fully zoomed to 300mm on one lens is 6.3 and the other is 5.6 ... 5.6 will allow more light and is a slightly better option:).
I may have missed it, but I do not think you ever distinguished which of the two Nikon 18-300 lenses you are reviewing in this video. Is this the f/3.5-6.3?
@@RealWorld I recently got the 18-300 DX lens and shooting on a D7500...so far, loving it! Saves packing around a few other lenses and while there are some minor issues at the lower end that you covered, Lightroom seems to help in post-processing. The one thing you didn't cover on the lens switches is the Normal/Active VR switch. This really helps when shooting from a moving vehicle such as a boat or car, handheld where you're holding up high or down low and if you're on shaky footing. Really is pretty intuitive and seems to work well... www.nikonimgsupport.com/eu/BV_article?articleNo=000004904&configured=1&lang=en_GB
Hey man thanks for all the awesome videos I just had one question I have a d3500 and I am thinking about getting the 18-200 like you have, I was just wondering is it to heavy for such a small body could you damage the lens mount/camera body or is that not a concern?
Thanks for the post and glad to be of help!:) I shot with the 18-200 for many years - a great/solid lens in my opinion. Should not be a problem when paired with the D3500 body (the mounts are solid).
Thank you sir. I appreciated your considerate analysis. The images looked lovely. The colour and contrast also looked will balanced. I use the Sigma 18-250mm and very happy with it on my D7100. It also performs beautifully on my D500. No need for the extra 50mm. Zooming with my feet is good enough. Cheers👍🏽
thanks for your post/feedback:). i shot with the d7000 for many years paired with the tamron 18-200 which was a good/solid combination ... i suspect your d7100 and 18-250 is solid as well:).
Thanks for the post/question and yes:). I reviewed the Tamron 18-400 as well and suspect you may have seen it ( th-cam.com/video/CfDfu8sK-o0/w-d-xo.html ). The Tamron 18-400 ( amzn.to/2EieUNn ) is solid in my opinion ... solid with regards to build quality and image quality. I shot with the Nikon 18-200 for many years along with the Tamron 18-200 ... between these two, I would easily take the Nikon. When comparing the Nikon 18-300 with the Tamron 18-400, they are both solid in my opinion although I might lean towards the 18-400 (more range with equal quality).
press the 'i' button on the back of the camera, navigate to the focus icon which is in the bottom row second from the left (you might see AF-A) and change to AF-M. more info can be found here - imaging.nikon.com/support/digitutor/d5600/functions/focusmode_finder.html
Just rewatched this one. As usual, it inspires me to go shoot random things and find beauty in the details. I have a question, though: what do you use to "colorpop" your images. I know Photoshop can isolate a certain color, but you have some that isolate an object with all its colors and leave the rest monotone.
Thanks for the post and glad to inspire Anthony!:) I use Lightroom to post process images and a couple of techniques combined to isolate color ... 1) overall color isolation. This allows me to isolation specific colors if needed 2) the brush tool to desaturate surrounding colors as needed.
Thanks for another great video., I've been wondering about this lens for a while. Trying to break down and find something with a better zoom for getting the shots that I want. Your review is letting me start to think it might be the right choice for my camera needs. The only question is "Would it replace my default 18 - 55mm?"
Thanks for the post and glad to be of help!:) In my opinion, yes - the 18-300 would replace the 18-55. The only consideration would be size. The 18-300 is bigger than the 18-55 but if you can deal with the size difference, you should be good:). I ran with the 18-200 for many years - it was my one size fits all lens:). At some point I picked up the fixed 50 ( th-cam.com/video/e2TZVu7yZig/w-d-xo.html ) which is great for portraits. I kept the 18-200 on the body and carried the fixed 50 in my bag ... this was a good one-two punch combo for me:).
@@RealWorld Awesome thanks. I am also putting some thought into the fixed 50. There is honestly so much I'd like to do. I also want to get a fisheye lens. But, I am bit away from that. I just got a good grip on the lens that I have. I am really enjoying photography and can't wait for the new experiences with my next lens. I've been lacking that bit of zone to get the exact shot I would live to get. Your channel is helping me make so very tough decisions and has given me the ability to jump some gaps. Can't wait for your next photo shooting video, review or tutorial. Really anything you have to offer. Your videos are very well composed like your photos and are very entertaining to watch. They've be come my go to source for information and I'll be sure to pass them on to anyone I know that is interested in photography down the line. Especially, if they use the Nikon Line. You seem to be the best source of well managed information on youtube and you don't seem to muck around with your information. Enjoying the experience quite a bit and thanks for getting back to me. With your opinion on the 18-55 and other Nikon Lenses.
Sounds like you have good coverage albeit with multiple lenses. If you do not mind carrying a couple of lens, I might lean towards the fixed 35 ( amzn.to/2J3qHmU ) or the fixed 50 ( amzn.to/2kD7EkF ). I have reviewed both which might be of more help ... 35 review vid - th-cam.com/video/BG0eZZaMmYE/w-d-xo.html ... 50 review vid - th-cam.com/video/e2TZVu7yZig/w-d-xo.html
Thanks for the post/feedback Trevor. If on a budget, Simga and Tamron are good choices. You might consider the Sigma lens kit found here for the same price as the lens itself:) ... www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00QAMUI4A/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B00QAMUI4A&linkCode=as2&tag=real090-20&linkId=a3b0f115f8d3bb1649ca1b124b9a2175
I might lean to the D3400 simply because it has the function button and built-in IR sensor in the handle (also consider the D3300):). All three will take similar quality images.
I was wondering if this was in the fall time....I would take my camera out but its 25 below zero with a wind chill of minus 35 and slippery. So I think ill wait
Could you please review the Sigma 17-50 F2.8 OS? It’s a older lens but I’m thinking about selling my kit lens from the D3400 and purchasing the Sigma instead. I would greatly appreciate you reviewing the lens and telling us viewers your opinion :)
You just me saved me a bunch of cash. I was toying with the idea of ditching my 18-55 and 70-300 and replacing it with this lens but no, I don't want have warping at 18. Thanks!
Thanks for the post and glad to be of help Stuart:). Unfortunately, it is tough to prevent warping at wide ranges when using a broad zoom (laws of physics come to play):). Nonetheless, warping can be addressed in post processing for the most part. This is why many landscape photographers choose more dedicated wide angle lenses:).
Both are solid for various reasons but if I had to choose, I might lean towards the Tamron ... I like the solid feel and extra reach although you will not go wrong with either in my opinion:).
The older 18-300 is 3.5 to 5.6. whereas the newer one you reviewed is 3.5 to 6.3. Nikon also says it has four stop better VR and it is 10 ounces lighter; but do you think that the newer lens would make much of a difference in real-world shooting? The GXO mark is 19 vs 17, newer to older. I can get the older lens for $300 less!
Thanks for the post/question Jillian:). I have a couple of videos on this topic but only will applies since the Nikon removed the IR sensor from the D3500. Someone just posted/confirmed the OTG cable method works for the D3500 which is nice. Here is the video to the OTG video that should be of help - th-cam.com/video/QF3gugula7M/w-d-xo.html (a link to purchase the cable can be found in the description of the vid if needed).
I might lean towards the D3400 ( amzn.to/2IkLDCq ) ... both will take similar quality images as they share the same sensor and resolution. Nikon removed the IR sensor from the handle and the function button from the side of the D3500.
As a rusted on Canon user (Sorry Nikon/Nikkor) this is the best all round lens I have ever had. I got some brilliant shots with this lens on both a Nikon D700 and D810, yes Fx. To go from close up at 18 mm or 30mm on Fx to 300mm is fantastic. In mho the most understand lens in digital history.
There are two versions of Nikon’s 18-300. The older, heavier and more expensive 3.5-5.6 and the newer, lighter 3.5-6.3. I had the 3.5-6.3 and because of its range was my go-to lens for traveling with my D7100 DX body when I shot Nikon and didn’t want to take a bag of lenses with me. It’s compact and exactly the same size as the 18-140 that offers similar optical quality but significantly less reach. I never noticed the distortion that gets easily corrected in Lightroom. It does lack the speed of faster lenses so it’s strictly an outdoor lens in good light. On the long end it falls short optically compared to Nikon’s 70-300 FX lens and far short of a Tamron 70-200 2.8. But for a single lens on vacation travel it’s a good choice.
Thanks for the post/feedback Tom!:) Almost forgot about the 3.5-5.6 version!:) Yes, the 3.5-6.3 does feel lighter. I got my hands on the Tamron 18-400 and plan to spend time with it this weekend which should be interesting:).
Thank you for the video and comment. I am an odinary potographer and wishing to get one 18-300. However, I really wonder the ddifference between older and newer versions in terms of quality. Besides, is it worse than 70-300? In my country, the older version (18-300) is more expensive than other two lenses. 70-300, which you signaled to be superior, is the cheapest here. I will be really glad if you enlightenvme. Thanks.
Thank you Sir. i asked a lot of questions about 18-200,70-300 and 18-300. so this video is really helpful to me sir. Thank you again for this wonderful video.
i have the same lens for 5 years now and I broke it, (the calibration in focus is wrong). I hate that I haven't use its full potential so now im trying to fix it or buy a new one
Thnk you, i think this video really help me a lot because i've been thinking of buying this lens..anyway, i got all the answers that i need regarding this lens, so keep it up on creating a video like this in the future..
It looks like you never shoot with the widest aperture you could do or I'm wrong? Is it intentionally to keep the lens at the best performance at the expense of losing a little bit of Bokeh?
Good observation!:) I will leverage the extremes if needed depending on the scene, however I typically shy away from wide open on fixed lenes as I like to have a bit more focus in the overall shot:).
Thanks for the post/question:). Since you have a Canon, I might suggest the Tamron 18-400 ( amzn.to/2Xcg3xt ). I recently created a review video which might be of help as well - th-cam.com/video/CfDfu8sK-o0/w-d-xo.html&lc=Ugwb8oVFMSS-E2bRaf94AaABAg
I found an 18-300mm Sigma compatible with my Canon EOS 4000D. Ought to get some great shots of my hummingbirds on my 4 acre paradise of woods and marsh in southwest Michigan. I loved those railroad pictures, by the way.
Nice video as always! Have you ever taken pictures with Fujifilm cameras? If yes, what's your opinion to Fuji? I recently got a x100f with a fixed 23 mm lens and I really like it. Especially the film simulations are Pretty nice and the fixed lens that I can't change forces me to think more about my composition. Maybe you can get a Fuji camera in Robert's camera store for a future video :)
Thanks for the post/feedback!:) Ahhhhh yes, the Fuji x100f:). I had my hands on one but did not get a chance to do much with it. I may check w/ Roberts ... I have heard good things about the camera and would like to take a closer look:).
5:52 Those 2 pics with the leaves in the ice are just glorious
Thanks for the feedback!:) I crossed a large/open field and found these trapped in the ice ... awesome to see how the a bit of sun can do magic on a cold day:).
Your narrations are flowless and superb.
May be You are the only photographer who showing us that with entry level DSLR we can take amazing clicks.
Thanks for your review of this lense.
Thanks for the post/feedback ... appreciated!:) Many entry level cameras are full capable ... a bit of knowledge and experience can go a long way:).
Just purchased the lens can't wait to try it out! Thanks for the review of the lens it made purchasing it so much easier.
Glad to be of help Brian and enjoy the lens! A great/solid lens in my opinion ... I shot with the Nikon 18-200 for many years as well:).
You have a great eye! Your videos always get me excited and eager to go out shooting
Thanks for the post/feedback Anthony and glad to inspire!:) Now, get out there and have some fun!:) I like to grab my camera and hit local parks, etc. Some may not see the art/image that can be achieve from a broken flashing yellow light for example ... interesting images are all around us ... it's just a matter of perspective and composition:).
@@RealWorld is this compatible for D3100 Dslr sorry for being new here..nice video
Exactly what I wanted to see, i.e. a multi-task lens in a camera like mine. Now I have bought it at half price in perfect condition to replace my 18-55, 55-200, 55-300. I would like to add that many of my friends have full-frame Nikons and are admired by the quality of such amateur equipment as the D3400 and dedicated lenses.
After a series of photos taken with the 18-300 lens in manual mode, manual changing ISO frequently and other parameters, in a newer version, simplified and cheaper than its predecessor, I must admit that it perfectly replaced my current three lenses. Fast autofocus at various settings, good or even better quality photos / sharpness in low light. The manual ring close and in the perfect place does not interfere with the rest of the lens for hand positioning or other things. The zoom adjustment is not exactly perfectly smooth, but you can feel it. I found a review of this lens where someone was putting it on an FX camera ... My hands dropped. Or they compared it to lenses with a completely different purpose or wider ranges of work ... Once again, hands dropped at the sight of these pseudo-professionals. In my Nikon D3400 this lens does a very decent job and I don't think I would ever replace Nikon lenses with low quality Chinese from Tamron or Sigma.
Your videos are very informative and and I'm glad to be the first person to like this and hope it continues as always. All best to you..
Thanks for the post/feedback/encouragement Srikar!:)
Thanks for the video. I appreciate your camera tips as I am a new photographer. But this song has become one of my favorites after hearing it in a previous video. Thanks again.
Thanks for the post/feedback!:) I exchanged messages with the group a year or so back ... nice/great people and I am certain they will enjoy your feedback as well:). Finding music is tougher than many might expect (licensing, timing, vocals, beat, etc.).
Nice lens, for a lens that reaches out to 300mm it sure is compact. I have a Sigma 28-200 that I love, it eliminates the need for some smaller zooms, much like this one you reviewed, but it is a little larger. The detail on this lens was really good with those close up shots. That extra hundred millimeter reach is a nice plus, this is a lens that I could easily make room for in my bag. Thanks for showing this lens to us.
Thanks for the post/feedback:). I like the Sigma 28-200 as well ... Sigma makes nice lenses in my opinion albeit a bit heavy with some:).
Nice shots, especially the low light ones 👍
Thanks for another great tutorial video, look forward to seeing your thoughts on camera shooting as well as light room and post production .
I bought this lens in addition to the non vr version that came in my kit package, primarily for video or long distance stabilization, has fared well. Went outdoors with my two shelties to a local state park and got some teriffic shots of a red-tailed Hawk against the blue sky and both warping and vignetting were non events, the photos turned out great Imo.
Have a great day, and thanks again for your time and insights!
Thanks for the post/feedback Tim!:) Ahhhhh yes, red-tailed hawks can make for good photos!:) I have a handful of vids on Lightroom if interested ...
> lightroom for beginners: th-cam.com/video/ZRJ8aifcin4/w-d-xo.html
> dealing with high ISO in lightroom: th-cam.com/video/pKnpLb32j1w/w-d-xo.html
> post processing portraits in lightroom: th-cam.com/video/nkh78JifdVc/w-d-xo.html
> isolate colors in lightroom: th-cam.com/video/He-hfOgoMQM/w-d-xo.html
Nice examples. You have the professional eye! I just got the D7500/ 18-200 but I'm thinking the 18-300 gives me a bit more reach for about the same size and weight. Should I upgrade, or will I lose quality? Or should I get the 18-300 Sigma, or the 18-400 Tamron? I intend to shoot videos and landscapes, and general photos like butterflies and birds. I'm a professional videographer, but a good amateur photographer. TY!
Thanks for the post/feedback/question:). I have shot with all three and might lean towards the Tamron 18-400 ... I have a review video on the lens - it feels solid, sharp images, and offers extra range :).
Great video, and some wonderful shots. Nikon D3100; new to DSLR...
Great video. I was hoping for sharper images with the 18-300 lens. I'm getting a lot of noise even with the auto focus on while shooting outdoors.
hmmm ... noise typically means the camera is using a high ISO - check to see what ISO the camera is using as I suspect it is high:). the lens is solid/sharp.
@@RealWorld Thanks for the advice
I had a nikon d5600 you think is a good lens to start i do love landscape and events
this is a good all around lens (along w/ the tamron 18-400)
Great video! I've fancied this lens for a while now, especially as my Nikon 70 - 300 is cracking on, so you have inspired me to purchase it even more now! Love the leaves in ice :-) Keep up the great work. Tim Snow from North Wales, UK
Thanks for the post/feedback and welcome from the United States!:)
I had been considering purchasing this lens. Right now I have a 55mm-200mm which is ok but would be much more diverse with the 18-300. Biggest issue is the price point. Little doubt that it is a reasonably priced lens but much more that the lower end lenses. I also have the 35 and 50 primes which I love!! The lens I am really enjoying right now and just got this week was the 40mm macro. I never had so much fun shooting such a variety of tack sharp images. I am sure you have reviewed it already, but if not you got to spend a day with that one!!! Enjoy your videos and all you do. I can see where the 18-300 could be a real workhorse!!!
Moonpie
Thanks for the post:). Ahhhh yes, the 55-200 is a staple in the Nikon kits as well. I JUST finished a review on the Tamron 18-400 and should have the video uploaded in the next 12 hours or so ... this is another worthy consideration in my opinion:). I used the fixed 40 on a macro video - th-cam.com/video/TzdY3azkzYc/w-d-xo.html ... really like the 40 as well:).
I believe you said you prefer shooting in either Aperture Priority or Shutter Priority. What are your thoughts on shooting ISO on Auto?
replied to your post on another video but will copy here for others to benefit as well ...
i suspect you have the lens by now and put it through the paces - i really like this lens :). i typically shoot with manual ISO and quickly adjust as needed to gain a proper exposure. i control the aperture to maintain exposure at the lower ISO and adjust the ISO secondarily. if you shoot is auto ISO (which I have done before as well), set the max to something you are good with - for example, 1600 (although i have shot with much higher as well) :).
You take such amazing photos!
Do you have a video on how to clean your lens?
thanks for the post/feedback!:) i have a video on how to clean your sensor (not lens) which might be of help - th-cam.com/video/yzkDTTxLHU8/w-d-xo.html
One more great review! Your videos are so inspiring! After having photography as my main hobby for the past 2 years, I 've come to the conclusion that missing a shot is less forgivable than not having the best lens in terms of sharpness/distortion etc. I regretted buying (used of course!) the Tamron 70-200 as secondary lens for telephoto shooting. Too heavy! I rarely carried it in my bag because of the weight and also was a bit discouraged to move around strangers with this big gun. I sold it recently and I'm pretty convinced the 18-300 will be my next best lens-buddy (along with the 16-80 I'm already using as main lens on my d7500). I also keep a 50mm 1.8G for low-light. Thanks for your review and effort! Stay safe my friend!!!
Ps. Forgot to mention that your field testing results agree with Ken Rockwell's review about the good bokeh of this lens. It's amazing how many pros this lens has, and distortion/vignette is a zero problem to me as I do raw editing 99% of the time!
thanks for the post/feedback:). the 70-200 seems to be a good/solid staple for specific photo shoots, however i lean towards the 18-200, 18-300, or 18-400 (tamron) for my everyday lens and also carry the fixed 50 in my bag (a great combo in my opinion).
@@RealWorld In the meantime, I got a good and barely used copy of the tamron 16-300 and I'm very happy with it. Less expensive than the nikkor 18-300 and you have a wider end which really makes a difference. I agree with you, being practical and flexible gives you more creative opportunities! Priceless!
It seems pretty much perfect for everything, from portraits to landscapes and nature stuff
I'm a newbie, is it worth for it to be used as everything kind of lens? Can it do everything
agreed and yes, this is a great all around lens. i also like the tamron 18-400 ... both are solid.
How did you reveal/edit the photograph at 7:20? I love the sky and I can't figure out how to make it look so colorful
Ahhhhh yes, the power of post processing!:) I have created a few vids on Lightroom and plan to create more ... they do not seem to attract many views but I feel post processing is a big part of the overall final results to any image. I may have used a gradient tool and enhanced the colors a bit ... would need to take a closer look:).
Hi, Would it be suitable for taking pics at my son's rugby games? I currently have the 18-200 but the reach is short.
the addition 100mm would certainly help. in addition, i might consider the tamron 18-400 ( th-cam.com/video/CfDfu8sK-o0/w-d-xo.html ). one more quick consideration is shutter speed and ISO - when you are leveraging the 200-400 range, less light enters making for slower shutter speeds. in order to combat this, keep raise the ISO to increase the shutter speed:).
3:13 great shot! Goes to show that you don’t need a super fast aperture for beautiful soft bokeh if you know what you’re doing.👍
Thanks for the post/feedback ... agreed:).
I noticed in your metadata your ISO was constantly changing.. Did you do that or does the camera body have that capability if you are shooing in aperture or shutter priority? Thanks
Thanks for the post/question David:). I typically control the ISO but you can have the camera do the same. Setting the ISO to auto is unrelated to the camera mode (i.e. aperture nor shutter).
Sorry only a question, can I use it with a nikon D90 ? thanks a lot
yes, this should work:)
Lens hood an optional accessory. Do you think you need one as you did not have one in the video
Not required:). I mainly use lens hoods to help protect the glass if I am bouncing around in the field, etc. I might also use it in rare sunlit conditions.
Do you have any videos using filters? Do’s and dont’s or good times to use them? I also love your D3400 videos! I have learned so much from you.
Thanks for the post and glad to be of help Katie!:) I typically do not use filters with exception to an ND filter which can be nice to slow the shutter to capture flowing water in the daytime ( I used an ND filter in this video (look for the water shots;) - th-cam.com/video/OrLbIhoBeOo/w-d-xo.html ). Many filter effects can be applied in post processing using Lightroom, etc., however this is one major benefit to consider - protecting the glass. If you want to protect the front/outer glass of your lens, I might suggest a polarizer of some sort ( this is a very basic filter from Amazon that would do the trick - amzn.to/2X3mF1j (check/confirm the size needed)). I typically use a lens hood to shade sunlight and protect my glass though:).
Can you please review the 85mm 1.8? Thanks in advance and great video.
Does the 18-300mm come with as lens shade? I didn’t see one on your lens
Great question ... mine did not but would be nice to have one:). Not required but again nice to have.
Hi, please advise...... at 18mm which shows best quality..this Nikon lens or Tamron 18 to 400 mm....
Similarly at 300 mm....which of the two shows better results.
Buen día, para mayor claridad y nitidez en fotos a la luna cual es mejor el 18-300 o 70-300?
I wonder how this lens will work with the Z6
hey..great shots..im struggling to make those glare ripples that you have right there at 7:08 down the video... how did you get that? if it's by post processing, please do tell that setting, if that's a pure talent dive, ;) , please explain that too :)cheers...
thanks for the post/feedback:) ... nothing special in post processing - just got lucky catching the lights at the right time:).
One other question is that a manual zoom auto focus that lens?
Not a problem:) ... yes, manual zoom with AF:). You can disable AF and use manual focus as well.
Hi I need an help. I own a D7200 with a 16-80, 70-300 IF ED VR, a 35 DX and a 50 AF-D. When i bought the camera it was in kit with the 18-140mm which i used in very fews occasions. With my set of lenses, that 18-140 is "useless", so i were thinking to replace it with the neewer version of 18-300 (the f/3.5-6.3). It could give me the chance to have a single all around lens in daylight situation where a i can't/won't carry all the equipment (eg. on beach with child). Based on your experiences, immage quality is so far from 18-140mm? I'm not a pixelpeeper but i use to see immages from my better lenses and so i fear 18-300 is too much far from them. Coud you give me a suggestion? TNX. Regards from Italy. Giuseppe.-
Thanks for the post!:) You have a good range of lenses and I can relate with your situation as I have been there and done that as well:). I would suggest moving forward with the 18-300 and carrying the fixed 50 if you have room (or 35 as both are solid). If not, leave the 50 and run with the 18-300. For many years, I used the Nikon 18-200 VR lens as my all around lens. The lens stayed on my camera 99% of the time and works well. I used the same lens on a crop sensor body for all shots take at the Indy 500 100th anniversary ( I created a quick video which might be of help - th-cam.com/video/ja6RcDEZL9U/w-d-xo.html ).
At 18mm there was barrel warping, did you happen to shoot the brick wall at 24mm? Did you figure out where the barrel warping stopped?
On extreme zoom lenses barrel distortion is normal/expected at the wide ranges. This is why many photographers might carry a smaller zoom range at the extremes or perhaps a fixed lens of some sort. I do not mind the distortion as most can be fixed in post processing. Nonetheless, the distortion starts to fade significantly in the upper 20 range. Keep in mind the distortion is only more noticeable with a straight lines in the subject.:)
I was looking for your review, you are always amazing
Could you do a video comparing the 18-200 & the 18-300 please? Not sure which one to get
Thanks
Thanks for the post/suggestion Joel:). Interesting as I have owned the 18-200 for many years and do not believe I have a video on the lens ... a great/solid lens.
If You shoot in jpg, will the camera correct the vignette and the cushion distortion?
Ahhhh great question Antoine!:) I spent the last few minutes testing this thought/suggestion and the answer is .... no:). However, Nikon includes a Auto Distortion Control feature in the menu system (menu > shooting menu > auto distortion control). I tested this feature on and off with and without jpeg. The results? auto distortion control seems to do a decent job on both raw and jpeg which is good to know:). This might be worth a quick vid:).
Still searching for an all around extreme zoom for my Canon M50 Mark II....I love Nikon - will it work?
might work with an adaptor but i would still with cannon related lenses or a made for canon lens from Tamron or Sigma :)
@@RealWorld thanks! I tried the Canon EF-M 18-150. I really liked it but just doesn’t zoom in enough.
Which lens do you prefer the most the 18mm to 200mm or 18mm to 300mm?
I am considering this lens for everyday fun to shoot moment, i do own 18-55, 55-200, used 18-135, new 35mm f/1.8. Considering replacing all 3 zoom with one 18-300. I s this heavy for travel photography?
Also will be shooting jpeg mostly, i am bored of post processing most of time.
This lens is not heavy in my opinion and a worthy contender to replace the three you have mentioned. I might also consider the Tamron 18-400 which is a nice solid lens albeit a bit heavier as well:).
@@RealWorld Thank you sir for reply, will definitely check Tamron 18-400
I have the 55-200mm and a 70-300mm. They are fairly cheap so the focusing isn't very fast. Would you say the 18-300mm has a fast focus, say for sports photography?
I feel the AF speed in the 18-300 is similar to the 70-300 albeit a bit faster.
@@RealWorld great thanks.
I have a Nikon D 7500 , I wanted to buy a big range zoom, I’m looking between the tamron 18-400 and nikkor 18-300 which of these two Lens you think is the best option for traveling with my D7500
Thank you in advance for your advice
If you want a bigger range, I might lean towards the Tamron 18-400. I have a review vid on it (th-cam.com/video/CfDfu8sK-o0/w-d-xo.html) and like many aspects of the lens. Nonetheless, both are solid but Tamron give a bit more reach. :)
Hello, this seems like an good lens, if you can deal with warping issues on small zoom sizes. However I am still undecided between this and the AF-P DX NIKKOR 70-300mm f/4.5-6.3G ED. It seem this AF-S DX NIKKOR has better aperture, minimum focus distance and quieter. Which one do you feel has better telephoto zoom quality in final shots, esp in middle and 300mm? I am a high entry level user using 5600. Esp as £200 of difference.
Thanks for the post/question:). I feel both will ultimately produce similar images and suspect the main difference is within the AF-P. Nikon's P version is their silent focus motor which is great for video. If you do not need the silent motor and want to save some money, I might lean towards the S version:).
@@RealWorld Nice, that brings me closer to my decision. Thank you for taking the time to reply. :)
Great info for me as a newbie, was considering a 70-300 but this one for me on my motorbike would save space and be more convenient
Same here..! I prefer to travel light and also try to avoid swapping lenses too often on the field. Did you get your hands on it yet?
@@Tzazilas yes thanks, managed to get one second hand
@@TwoFourCharlie007 Are you satisfied with the image quality at long end? I'm also considering the tamron 18-400 which has quite decent image quality at long end.
@@Tzazilas to be fair I’ve not used it much, so still learning lol
@@TwoFourCharlie007 :)
So is this the 18-300 f3.5-6.3 or the 18-300 f3.5-5.6?
this is the f/3.5 - f/6.3
What mode were you shooting while making this video?
Thanks for the question Bill:). Most shots were taken in aperture priority.
first i would like to thank you again for your time into these videos ... i have a question ? i have the D5300 with the 70-300 kit lens and have been shooting the birds at our feeders outside and i notice if i shoot at just a little under full zoom it has its sweet spot ...but i would like to get closer with the lens.. do they have a good magnifier for more zoom???? ive also been looking at bigger zoom lens .... 500+MM do you know of a decent zoom lens ???? that is cost efficient??? im afraid of the cheep ones on amazon but have been considering one..:-)
Thanks for the post/feedback and glad to be of help!:) You are correct - I have found many lenses have a sweet spot and feel the 70-300 is just shy of 300 as well:). I can related with your situation and my suggest a teleconverter of some sort. Teleconverters come is different sized typically ranging from 1.4 to 2 (meaning it will convert or multiply your zoom by the given range/number (so if you had a 2x teleconverter on a 300mm, you will effectively reach to 600mm)). The trade off will be slightly softer images along with a stop or two of loss. One suggestion might be the Sigma 2x ( amzn.to/2BxrEhu ). Another thought is a full-on manual one size lens ( amzn.to/2GpjThw ). A friend of mine has something similar and uses it for one purpose - the moon:). This might be a good idea for a review vid:).
@@RealWorld amzn.to/2GpjThw thank you !!!! i had this lens saved in my amazon for over a month waiting for price change and or more reviews .. or if any other lens came out.. i ordered it today it will be here Saturday i will give you an update as how well it works .....thank you again for your time and your videos.. :-)
How about picture quality? Is it as good as nikon 18-140mm lens?
very close but i might give the edge to the 18-140 :)
What a timely video for me! Because I like to test 70-300mm lens this weekend. One question, when you took a photo of a leaf holding on your hand, the exposure setting was 1/125 at 300mm. Obviously, the shutter speed is slower compared to the focal length of 300mm. Did you use VR on? Many thanks!
Thanks for the post and glad to be of help!:) Yes, I leveraged VR on all shots which I found helpful at slower shutter speeds. I took one shot at 1/30 of second although not certain it made the demo in the video:). Nonetheless, I was surprised how well VR worked when needing to shoot at slower speeds.
Hi, so what would you recommend if I'm hesitating between the 18-200 and 18-300? (My old 18-200 broke and I want to replace it). The extra range is tempting but some reviews says it's not worth it because of the warping and vignetting and reduced light... Do you have a recommendation? thanks :)
I have shot with the 18-200, 18-300, and the Tamron 18-400 ( amzn.to/2EieUNn ). I had the 18-200 for many years and still have it today, although it has seen better days:). I might consider the Tamron 18-400 ... here is a video review I created which might be of help - th-cam.com/video/CfDfu8sK-o0/w-d-xo.html
Is this the f/3.5-5.6 or the cheaper f/3.6 -6.2
3?
wow - i had to take a closer look. seems strange for Nikon to create two lenses with the same range but different apertures. :) nonetheless, i believe the 6.3 version is a bit lighter and accepts a smaller ring/filters. nonetheless, i do see any quality differences.
Thanks a lot as this lens was actually on my purchase list. however, I am not sure if I am enough convinced to get one. :/ can this be used for portrait as well?
Glad to be of help!:) This can be used for portraits but I would lean towards the fixed 35 or fixed 50 first:).
Hello
What will you recomand:
NIKON AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-300mm 1:3,5-6,3 G ED VR
or NIKON AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-300mm 1:3,5-5,6 G ED VR .
What is the difference?
Thank you for the great work.
Best regards
The main difference is in the aperture:). The max aperture when fully zoomed to 300mm on one lens is 6.3 and the other is 5.6 ... 5.6 will allow more light and is a slightly better option:).
I may have missed it, but I do not think you ever distinguished which of the two Nikon 18-300 lenses you are reviewing in this video. Is this the f/3.5-6.3?
Thanks for the post/question David!:) I may have failed to mention the aperture!:) This is the 3.5-6.3 ... a solid lens:).
Hola. Te pregunto, entre el 70-300 y el 18-300 cual tiene mejor calidad de imagen? Gracias
El 70-300 puede tener una ligera ventaja, pero enciendo la calidad y la versatilidad del 18-300 :).
Another question!^^. Is Roberts Camera you mentioned in the video the same identity as Usedphotopro active in ebay?
Good question!:) I do not believe so ... I will confirm the next time I am in which should be very soon:).
I’m thinking about getting this for my d7500, thoughts?
This would be a great addition - really like it ... nice, versatile, and sharp images:).
@@RealWorld I recently got the 18-300 DX lens and shooting on a D7500...so far, loving it! Saves packing around a few other lenses and while there are some minor issues at the lower end that you covered, Lightroom seems to help in post-processing.
The one thing you didn't cover on the lens switches is the Normal/Active VR switch. This really helps when shooting from a moving vehicle such as a boat or car, handheld where you're holding up high or down low and if you're on shaky footing. Really is pretty intuitive and seems to work well...
www.nikonimgsupport.com/eu/BV_article?articleNo=000004904&configured=1&lang=en_GB
Hey man thanks for all the awesome videos I just had one question I have a d3500 and I am thinking about getting the 18-200 like you have, I was just wondering is it to heavy for such a small body could you damage the lens mount/camera body or is that not a concern?
Thanks for the post and glad to be of help!:) I shot with the 18-200 for many years - a great/solid lens in my opinion. Should not be a problem when paired with the D3500 body (the mounts are solid).
Thank you!
Thank you sir. I appreciated your considerate analysis. The images looked lovely. The colour and contrast also looked will balanced. I use the Sigma 18-250mm and very happy with it on my D7100. It also performs beautifully on my D500. No need for the extra 50mm. Zooming with my feet is good enough. Cheers👍🏽
thanks for your post/feedback:). i shot with the d7000 for many years paired with the tamron 18-200 which was a good/solid combination ... i suspect your d7100 and 18-250 is solid as well:).
@@RealWorld yes it is. Cheers👍🏽
How would you compare the image quality of this lens to that of the Tamron 18-400mm?? and which lens would you rather get...the Nikon or the Tamron??
Thanks for the post/question and yes:). I reviewed the Tamron 18-400 as well and suspect you may have seen it ( th-cam.com/video/CfDfu8sK-o0/w-d-xo.html ). The Tamron 18-400 ( amzn.to/2EieUNn ) is solid in my opinion ... solid with regards to build quality and image quality. I shot with the Nikon 18-200 for many years along with the Tamron 18-200 ... between these two, I would easily take the Nikon. When comparing the Nikon 18-300 with the Tamron 18-400, they are both solid in my opinion although I might lean towards the 18-400 (more range with equal quality).
Thanks for that, I purchased the Tamron 18-400 based on your review....cheers Daniel … @@RealWorld
Sir, how to turn on the manual focus on in nikkor af 7070-300mm lens in nikon D5600? Need reply, pls
press the 'i' button on the back of the camera, navigate to the focus icon which is in the bottom row second from the left (you might see AF-A) and change to AF-M. more info can be found here - imaging.nikon.com/support/digitutor/d5600/functions/focusmode_finder.html
Just rewatched this one. As usual, it inspires me to go shoot random things and find beauty in the details. I have a question, though: what do you use to "colorpop" your images. I know Photoshop can isolate a certain color, but you have some that isolate an object with all its colors and leave the rest monotone.
Thanks for the post and glad to inspire Anthony!:) I use Lightroom to post process images and a couple of techniques combined to isolate color ... 1) overall color isolation. This allows me to isolation specific colors if needed 2) the brush tool to desaturate surrounding colors as needed.
how bout 55-200mm lens,is it good?
The 55-200 is a solid choice. While it does not offer the range of the 18-300, you have a less warp and pinch at the extremes which is always good:).
Another great video.As I always say it’s not the camera that makes the shot.Well done sir.Sniper Photography Australia
Thanks for another great video., I've been wondering about this lens for a while. Trying to break down and find something with a better zoom for getting the shots that I want. Your review is letting me start to think it might be the right choice for my camera needs. The only question is "Would it replace my default 18 - 55mm?"
Thanks for the post and glad to be of help!:) In my opinion, yes - the 18-300 would replace the 18-55. The only consideration would be size. The 18-300 is bigger than the 18-55 but if you can deal with the size difference, you should be good:). I ran with the 18-200 for many years - it was my one size fits all lens:). At some point I picked up the fixed 50 ( th-cam.com/video/e2TZVu7yZig/w-d-xo.html ) which is great for portraits. I kept the 18-200 on the body and carried the fixed 50 in my bag ... this was a good one-two punch combo for me:).
@@RealWorld Awesome thanks. I am also putting some thought into the fixed 50. There is honestly so much I'd like to do. I also want to get a fisheye lens. But, I am bit away from that. I just got a good grip on the lens that I have. I am really enjoying photography and can't wait for the new experiences with my next lens. I've been lacking that bit of zone to get the exact shot I would live to get. Your channel is helping me make so very tough decisions and has given me the ability to jump some gaps. Can't wait for your next photo shooting video, review or tutorial. Really anything you have to offer. Your videos are very well composed like your photos and are very entertaining to watch. They've be come my go to source for information and I'll be sure to pass them on to anyone I know that is interested in photography down the line. Especially, if they use the Nikon Line. You seem to be the best source of well managed information on youtube and you don't seem to muck around with your information. Enjoying the experience quite a bit and thanks for getting back to me. With your opinion on the 18-55 and other Nikon Lenses.
I have the 70-300, 18-55 and Nikon 10-20 mm wide angle
Hmmm do I need this Lense or maybe fixed 35mm instead?
Sounds like you have good coverage albeit with multiple lenses. If you do not mind carrying a couple of lens, I might lean towards the fixed 35 ( amzn.to/2J3qHmU ) or the fixed 50 ( amzn.to/2kD7EkF ). I have reviewed both which might be of more help ... 35 review vid - th-cam.com/video/BG0eZZaMmYE/w-d-xo.html ... 50 review vid - th-cam.com/video/e2TZVu7yZig/w-d-xo.html
@@RealWorld thanks 35 mm is what I was thinking too.
I use the d3400 and lenses changing easy
Thanks for the reply and I love your pics and vids.
I have the D3400. Should I get the Nikon 18-300 or Sigma 18-300? I'm leaning towards the Sigma because I am on a budget.
Thanks for the post/feedback Trevor. If on a budget, Simga and Tamron are good choices. You might consider the Sigma lens kit found here for the same price as the lens itself:) ... www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00QAMUI4A/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B00QAMUI4A&linkCode=as2&tag=real090-20&linkId=a3b0f115f8d3bb1649ca1b124b9a2175
Would you suggest buying the Nikon 3400 or the 3500?
I might lean to the D3400 simply because it has the function button and built-in IR sensor in the handle (also consider the D3300):). All three will take similar quality images.
Just bought one for my D7200 on David Busch's recommendation. I too like the 18-55 'kit' lens.
A nice solid lens with coupled with the D7200 (I like the 7000 series:)).
I was wondering if this was in the fall time....I would take my camera out but its 25 below zero with a wind chill of minus 35 and slippery. So I think ill wait
LOL - wow, where are you located? That is coooooold!:)
Could you please review the Sigma 17-50 F2.8 OS? It’s a older lens but I’m thinking about selling my kit lens from the D3400 and purchasing the Sigma instead. I would greatly appreciate you reviewing the lens and telling us viewers your opinion :)
I will keep my eyes out for it ... it is a solid lens at f/2.8:).
How does it perform in low light?
Works well in my opinion. The camera body plays an important role in low light photographer ... the lens can only contribute aperture.
@@RealWorld Thanks for the info. I will be using it on a Nikon D5600.
I have the earlier version, bought it together with the D7K 6 years ago. It is heavier than this one. However, I can say it is a great lens.
You just me saved me a bunch of cash. I was toying with the idea of ditching my 18-55 and 70-300 and replacing it with this lens but no, I don't want have warping at 18. Thanks!
Thanks for the post and glad to be of help Stuart:). Unfortunately, it is tough to prevent warping at wide ranges when using a broad zoom (laws of physics come to play):). Nonetheless, warping can be addressed in post processing for the most part. This is why many landscape photographers choose more dedicated wide angle lenses:).
It would be interesting if you could compare it with tamron 18-400mm since both of them cost almost same.
LOL - I thought the same while reviewing this lens!:) I may see if I can get my hands on it:).
Nikon 18-300 or Tamrom 18 - 400 .what would you recommend Nikon D7100 ?
Both are solid for various reasons but if I had to choose, I might lean towards the Tamron ... I like the solid feel and extra reach although you will not go wrong with either in my opinion:).
The older 18-300 is 3.5 to 5.6. whereas the newer one you reviewed is 3.5 to 6.3. Nikon also says it has four stop better VR and it is 10 ounces lighter; but do you think that the newer lens would make much of a difference in real-world shooting? The GXO mark is 19 vs 17, newer to older. I can get the older lens for $300 less!
the newer is helpful but not worth $300 IMO:). the older is fine and capable of capturing some solid shots.
Can you please make a video on how to do a time-lapse on the Nikon D3500? I'm having trouble finding how to do it.
Thanks for the post/question Jillian:). I have a couple of videos on this topic but only will applies since the Nikon removed the IR sensor from the D3500. Someone just posted/confirmed the OTG cable method works for the D3500 which is nice. Here is the video to the OTG video that should be of help - th-cam.com/video/QF3gugula7M/w-d-xo.html (a link to purchase the cable can be found in the description of the vid if needed).
Thanks for the help!
Awesome video as always im loving my nikon d3400 and your videos are very helpful👍👍👍👍
Thanks for the post/feedback Stephen and glad to be of help!:)
Can we use it for D5300
Yes - not a problem on the D5300 ... a solid/capable lens in my opinion:).
Which one do you prefer Nikon D3500 or D3400. I'm just a beginner.
I might lean towards the D3400 ( amzn.to/2IkLDCq ) ... both will take similar quality images as they share the same sensor and resolution. Nikon removed the IR sensor from the handle and the function button from the side of the D3500.
@@RealWorld Thank you for the reply ❤️
As a rusted on Canon user (Sorry Nikon/Nikkor) this is the best all round lens I have ever had. I got some brilliant shots with this lens on both a Nikon D700 and D810, yes Fx. To go from close up at 18 mm or 30mm on Fx to 300mm is fantastic. In mho the most understand lens in digital history.
Thanks for the post/feedback George - agreed, a solid/capable lens!:)
There are two versions of Nikon’s 18-300. The older, heavier and more expensive 3.5-5.6 and the newer, lighter 3.5-6.3. I had the 3.5-6.3 and because of its range was my go-to lens for traveling with my D7100 DX body when I shot Nikon and didn’t want to take a bag of lenses with me. It’s compact and exactly the same size as the 18-140 that offers similar optical quality but significantly less reach. I never noticed the distortion that gets easily corrected in Lightroom. It does lack the speed of faster lenses so it’s strictly an outdoor lens in good light.
On the long end it falls short optically compared to Nikon’s 70-300 FX lens and far short of a Tamron 70-200 2.8. But for a single lens on vacation travel it’s a good choice.
Thanks for the post/feedback Tom!:) Almost forgot about the 3.5-5.6 version!:) Yes, the 3.5-6.3 does feel lighter. I got my hands on the Tamron 18-400 and plan to spend time with it this weekend which should be interesting:).
Thank you for the video and comment. I am an odinary potographer and wishing to get one 18-300. However, I really wonder the ddifference between older and newer versions in terms of quality. Besides, is it worse than 70-300? In my country, the older version (18-300) is more expensive than other two lenses. 70-300, which you signaled to be superior, is the cheapest here. I will be really glad if you enlightenvme. Thanks.
Great review as all of your other ones. You are one if the best reviewers out there. Great photos too, thanks so much.
thanks for your post/feedback! :)
I am from INDIA, Could pls do a demo video about Nikon D3400 manual settings
Thank you Sir. i asked a lot of questions about 18-200,70-300 and 18-300. so this video is really helpful to me sir. Thank you again for this wonderful video.
Glad to be of help!:)
Can I Attach this lens to Nikon D7200
Yes, should not be an issue:).
i have the same lens for 5 years now and I broke it, (the calibration in focus is wrong). I hate that I haven't use its full potential so now im trying to fix it or buy a new one
Ahhhh yes, I have experienced various issues with other lenses and feel the same. :)
Great review and tutorial(!), and this exact combo is a steal on ebay these days, a LOT of bang for the $.
Thank you so much, been waiting for this video..Especially 18-300 lens
Glad to be of help Harrisson!:) A fun/solid lens in my opinion:).
Thnk you, i think this video really help me a lot because i've been thinking of buying this lens..anyway, i got all the answers that i need regarding this lens, so keep it up on creating a video like this in the future..
Thanks for the post/feedback and glad to be of help!:)
It looks like you never shoot with the widest aperture you could do or I'm wrong?
Is it intentionally to keep the lens at the best performance at the expense of losing a little bit of Bokeh?
Good observation!:) I will leverage the extremes if needed depending on the scene, however I typically shy away from wide open on fixed lenes as I like to have a bit more focus in the overall shot:).
@RealWorld Thank you, great content btw 👌
Great video and review- agree with your points. My main issue with mine is that its a very soft lens.
Thanks for the feedback Neil and agree - it can be relatively soft depending on focal length. Fortunately, post processing is a big help:).
Last Week I Bought a Nikon Nikkor 18-200mm😁... Much Love from Germany!!
Thanks for the post and welcome from the United States!:) Ahhhh yes, the 18-200 is a great/solid lens:).
Hlw Sir,
Could u pls advise??
I am beginner & which lens is Best for me? I have only kit lens.
So which lens should i buy for my canon
Thanks for the post/question:). Since you have a Canon, I might suggest the Tamron 18-400 ( amzn.to/2Xcg3xt ). I recently created a review video which might be of help as well - th-cam.com/video/CfDfu8sK-o0/w-d-xo.html&lc=Ugwb8oVFMSS-E2bRaf94AaABAg
I found an 18-300mm Sigma compatible with my Canon EOS 4000D. Ought to get some great shots of my hummingbirds on my 4 acre paradise of woods and marsh in southwest Michigan. I loved those railroad pictures, by the way.
Thanks for the post/feedback!:) I spent the weekend in/near Michigan City (very close the SW boarder of Michigan) ... 4 acres sounds nice!:)
Terrific entertaining review and love the sound track. Many thanks 🙏🙏👍👍😊
Nice video as always! Have you ever taken pictures with Fujifilm cameras? If yes, what's your opinion to Fuji? I recently got a x100f with a fixed 23 mm lens and I really like it. Especially the film simulations are Pretty nice and the fixed lens that I can't change forces me to think more about my composition. Maybe you can get a Fuji camera in Robert's camera store for a future video :)
Thanks for the post/feedback!:) Ahhhhh yes, the Fuji x100f:). I had my hands on one but did not get a chance to do much with it. I may check w/ Roberts ... I have heard good things about the camera and would like to take a closer look:).