AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-300mm F/3.5-6.3G ED VR Announced, Price, Specs

Nikon has announced the new AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-300mm F/3.5-6.3G ED VR lens. It doesn’t replace that company’s existing 18-300mm lens, rather it’s a third of a stop slower at the long end and 30% lighter, weighing 19.4 ounces. The new 18-300mm has the usual Vibration Reduction system, which can reduce shake by up to 4 stops. Built with three Extra-low Dispersion (ED) glass elements and Nikon’s Silent Wave Motor for quieter focusing.
Price: $899.95
Release Date: April 24, 2014
Specs:

Principal specifications
Lens type	Zoom lens
Max Format size	APS-C / DX
Focal length	18–300 mm
Image stabilisation	Yes (VR II)
Lens mount	Nikon F (DX)
Aperture
Maximum aperture	F3.5 – F6.3
Aperture ring	No
Number of diaphragm blades	7
Optics
Elements	16
Groups	12
Focus
Minimum focus	0.48 m (18.9″)
Maximum magnification	0.32×
Autofocus	Yes
Motor type	Ultrasonic
Full time manual	Yes
Focus method	Internal
Distance scale	Yes
DoF scale	No
Physical
Weight	550 g (1.21 lb)
Diameter	79 mm (3.11″)
Length	99 mm (3.9″)
Materials	Plastic barrel, metal mount
Sealing	No
Colour	Black
Zoom method	Rotary (extending)
Power zoom	No
Zoom lock	Unknown
Filter thread	67 mm
Tripod collar	No