Nikon 18-300 Lens - Field Test and Review (demo w/ Nikon D3400)

After receiving many questions regarding super zoom lenses, I decided to review the Nikon 18-300 thanks to Robert's Camera!:) I shot with the Nikon 18-200 for many years and also shot with various other manufacture zooms (Canon 18-200, Tamron 18-200, Sony 18-200, etc.).
Super zoom lenses are extremely convenient but come with a few trade-offs at the wide angle (most notably vignetting and warping which can be addressed in post processing if needed). I like various super zooms and feel they produce solid/great results.
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[@FastClau]

5:52 Those 2 pics with the leaves in the ice are just glorious

[@RealWorld]

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:).

[@martineering.evoluzione]

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.

[@briangreaves7322]

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.

[@RealWorld]

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:).

[@chiragukani765]

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.

[@RealWorld]

Thanks for the post/feedback ... appreciated!:) Many entry level cameras are full capable ... a bit of knowledge and experience can go a long way:).

[@anthonyhixon4177]

You have a great eye! Your videos always get me excited and eager to go out shooting

[@RealWorld]

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:).

[@rcellduracell3791]

@@RealWorld is this compatible for D3100 Dslr sorry for being new here..nice video

[@hardrock1826]

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.

[@RealWorld]

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:).

[@ethanblan435]

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.👍

[@RealWorld]

Thanks for the post/feedback ... agreed:).

[@simonwells733]

Nice shots, especially the low light ones 👍

[@oneinyou]

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..

[@RealWorld]

Thanks for the post/feedback/encouragement Srikar!:)

[@georgerussell8948]

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.

[@RealWorld]

Thanks for the post/feedback George - agreed, a solid/capable lens!:)

[@robertbutts9835]

I am a Canadian photojournalist /street photographer in Santiago Dominican Republic. And I love the nikon 18mm to 200mm lens great allows me the distance I need and the closeness I love. So I am sure 18mm to 300mm will be incredible. Wow great shots...

[@RealWorld]

Thanks for the post/feedback!:) I shot with the 18-200 for many years ... a great versatile lens in my opinion:).

[@rodriguezro9999]

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.

[@RealWorld]

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.).

[@maveriq.gunpla]

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.

[@timw.9466]

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!

[@RealWorld]

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: kzbin.info/www/bejne/kIOtaZSfm8icpJY > dealing with high ISO in lightroom: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pnzRoX-YaJedZ9k > post processing portraits in lightroom: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pJzLaGuAnsuXjMU > isolate colors in lightroom: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fpaQmZmFnNSAh68

[@LoneWolfinChrist]

Last Week I Bought a Nikon Nikkor 18-200mm😁... Much Love from Germany!!

[@RealWorld]

Thanks for the post and welcome from the United States!:) Ahhhh yes, the 18-200 is a great/solid lens:).

[@stuboyle666]

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!

[@RealWorld]

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:).

[@TwoFourCharlie007]

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

[@Tzazilas]

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?

[@TwoFourCharlie007]

@@Tzazilas yes thanks, managed to get one second hand

[@Tzazilas]

@@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.

[@TwoFourCharlie007]

@@Tzazilas to be fair I’ve not used it much, so still learning lol

[@Tzazilas]

@@TwoFourCharlie007 :)

[@markpope2949]

Just bought one for my D7200 on David Busch's recommendation. I too like the 18-55 'kit' lens.

[@RealWorld]

A nice solid lens with coupled with the D7200 (I like the 7000 series:)).

[@stephenburden25]

Awesome video as always im loving my nikon d3400 and your videos are very helpful👍👍👍👍

[@RealWorld]

Thanks for the post/feedback Stephen and glad to be of help!:)

[@MrMoonpie001]

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

[@RealWorld]

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 - kzbin.info/www/bejne/iqvHimaXr9Ctj8U ... really like the 40 as well:).

[@BARTLETT02601]

Great video, and some wonderful shots. Nikon D3100; new to DSLR...

[@tomirwin4260]

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.

[@RealWorld]

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:).

[@mahmutkayaalt2169]

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.

[@Tzazilas]

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!

[@RealWorld]

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).

[@Tzazilas]

@@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!

[@holidaysanglesey2558]

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

[@RealWorld]

Thanks for the post/feedback and welcome from the United States!:)

[@MichaelVincentMagic]

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👍🏽

[@RealWorld]

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:).

[@MichaelVincentMagic]

@@RealWorld yes it is. Cheers👍🏽

[@USSTOLEDOSSN769]

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.

[@RealWorld]

Thanks for the post/feedback!:) I spent the weekend in/near Michigan City (very close the SW boarder of Michigan) ... 4 acres sounds nice!:)

[@aswink8576]

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.

[@RealWorld]

Glad to be of help!:)

[@COOLERCREW859]

John Cena from the future! Thanks for the video. I found it helpful. I loved you in Peacemaker

[@jgvbadv]

The fact that i sold my Nikon D5500 and went all in with Fuji XT3 makes me sad.. If i was looking to get simmilar reach with Fuji it would take atleast double the money.. tnx for the video ModestGearReview :D

[@RealWorld]

Ahhhhh yes, Fuji is nice though but the gear can be pricey:).

[@SniperPhotography]

Another great video.As I always say it’s not the camera that makes the shot.Well done sir.Sniper Photography Australia

[@masterstacker2833]

This version (f/3.5-6.3) is the better of the 2 Nikon developed. The f/3.5-5.6 version I had was soft and weighed heavy on the neck. I couldn't wait to trade it for this one.

[@NiSE_Rafter]

Thanks I've been looking at used 18-300 lenses and didn't take note that there were multiple versions. Will make sure I get the f3.5-6.3 now

[@siddharthvs1833]

I am from INDIA, Could pls do a demo video about Nikon D3400 manual settings

[@rdvangundogdu7767]

Good review as always. Earlier I said that i am going to buy Canon 800d but you made me like Nikon d3400 even though they reliased the d3500.

[@RealWorld]

LOL - thanks for the post/feedback:). I would still lean to the D3400 before the D3500 ... both are solid and will have identical image quality however the D3400 has the IR sensor in the handle and function button on the side (neither are show stoppers).

[@KangsDKN]

I was looking for your review, you are always amazing

[@supranomicon]

Great video and review- agree with your points. My main issue with mine is that its a very soft lens.

[@RealWorld]

Thanks for the feedback Neil and agree - it can be relatively soft depending on focal length. Fortunately, post processing is a big help:).

[@findingadventures8128]

Thank you so much, been waiting for this video..Especially 18-300 lens

[@RealWorld]

Glad to be of help Harrisson!:) A fun/solid lens in my opinion:).

[@quarkyman1]

Had this lens a couple of years now and love it, it goes everywhere bokehlisceous, only problem I have with it is the paint wearing off the lettering for M-AF.

[@RealWorld]

LOL - I have the same issue with my 18-200 but I do not mind as it gives the lens some character:).

[@quarkyman1]

RealWorld haha yeh true it’s not a huge problem. I still feel I need something longer though, for wildlife etc.

[@ideaidea488]

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..

[@RealWorld]

Thanks for the post/feedback and glad to be of help!:)

[@llproducciones1959]

Pienso exactamente igual que ud. Me encanta todos los rangos en uno solo. También depende para que lo quiera cada uno. A mí me vendría especialmente. Muy buen video congratulaciones

[@wherezthebeef]

Great review and tutorial(!), and this exact combo is a steal on ebay these days, a LOT of bang for the $.

[@elderton]

Find the convenience great for when out in the wild and don't fancy changing lenses in dusty or wet conditions.

[@RealWorld]

agreed - a great versatile lens:)

[@matthyrallyvideos7890]

Since the demo camera is a more modern type body the 18 300 would fit great on my d5600

[@katies4444]

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.

[@RealWorld]

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;) - kzbin.info/www/bejne/haOvk3yepKeYhdE ). 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:).

[@jacobpoohsmother]

You take such amazing photos! Do you have a video on how to clean your lens?

[@RealWorld]

thanks for the post/feedback!:) i have a video on how to clean your sensor (not lens) which might be of help - kzbin.info/www/bejne/r6vOdYeKrbF7i5o

[@alikh4649]

Only if Nikon knew how many D3400s you made them sell 😂 Mine arrives next week and I can’t wait!! Do u think i should get my 50mm prime lens now ? Or should i train using my kit lens and get the nifty fifty later ?

[@Milicevic1987]

I bought the 35mm 1,8. The 50mm is a little bit to narrow. With the kitlens you can zoom to 35 or 50mm, and see witch focallength do you like more.

[@RealWorld]

If you have a bit extra in your budget and since lenses tend to hold their value, I would consider getting it now. Not certain if you caught my vid review on the both the 50 ( kzbin.info/www/bejne/m2O3i4mrbN6Nn8k ) and/or the 35 ( kzbin.info/www/bejne/eHiTlo2QlrKgj6c ), but I like them both:). If I had to pick/start with one, I might lean towards to the 50 simply because I like the extra reach but this is really personal preference.

[@IpsitDhal]

kit lens are good for me...if you have budget then you can have the 50mm prime...but for most case kit lenses are enough...it is best for practice to make out goot photos

[@alikh4649]

RealWorld thanks !! Of course i have watched all you videos 😆 Will get it now then !

[@kchose2766]

Am not a pro I shoot for fun see my vid if interested but my take on this would be ....if you have the budget yep go for it,I did....but if you also want try looking for the 17-50mm f2.8 sigma at least you have the prime on one end and wide angle on the other....this guy made buy the d3400 too...stepped it up to d7100 later.

[@brendonwilson1318]

I was expecting a lot of chromatic aberration, was pleasantly surprised!

[@RealWorld]

I thought the same Brendon:). Nikon implemented various coating methods on this lens to help diffuse the problem ... seems to work well:).

[@seand67]

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.

[@RealWorld]

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.

[@seand67]

@@RealWorld Thanks for the advice

[@efreutel]

Terrific entertaining review and love the sound track. Many thanks 🙏🙏👍👍😊

[@johnnyViDeO]

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!

[@RealWorld]

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 :).

[@woke657]

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

[@RealWorld]

agreed and yes, this is a great all around lens. i also like the tamron 18-400 ... both are solid.

[@libinchandran9934]

Yeah , its clear . Thank you sir !

[@soumsvision1359]

I am very much interested of watching yor videos ❤. All of your videos are very helpful for me.. Love from India 🇮🇳❤

[@RealWorld]

Thanks for the post/feedback and welcome from the United States!:)

[@eponine1966]

Thanks for this video! Think I'll stick with my 18/200. Can always carry the 70/ 300 if I need it. As for the temperatures, well in the Midwest, it's not the temps that are the worst it's the wind chills!!😉

[@RealWorld]

Thanks for the post Christine!:) If you did not already own the 18-200 and were looking for a zoom, I would consider the 18-300. Since you have already have the 18-200, I might stay the course unless you need/want the extra 100mm:). Agreed on the wind as well ... if the temps are low and the wind is blowing, prepare yourself!:)

[@insanity3333]

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 :)

[@RealWorld]

I will keep my eyes out for it ... it is a solid lens at f/2.8:).

[@egyptiansphinx]

Great review as all of your other ones. You are one if the best reviewers out there. Great photos too, thanks so much.

[@RealWorld]

thanks for your post/feedback! :)

[@JackLe1127]

The auto focusing speed may depends on the technology used. The kit lens uses AF-P which uses a stepper motor to move the lenses back and forth without rotating the actual barrel. This makes it so much faster and quieter. The 18-300 lens uses the old AF-S technology where its actually turns the barrel as if you're turning it by hand. This is much slower and louder.

[@RealWorld]

agreed:). Nikon includes the 18-55 AF-P version with many kits. I have used various AF-P versions and they are solid IMO.

[@Tenorman1100]

Nothing on the outside of this lens moves while you focus. You can turn the focus ring on the outside of the lens to focus manually but that ring does not move during auto focus. You turn the zoom ring to "zoom" but then again, it does not move.

[@troyr57]

I have used this lens for a while now, really like it. However it took a fall, and the lens took the blunt force and now won't focus, but the camera survived great. Now I find my Best Buy extra Warranty expired the month before. Hopefully it won't cost me to much to repair.

[@RealWorld]

Ahhhhhh - the warranty expired?! That stinks:). Hopefully the repair is not too bad.

[@roninr8199]

I don't think warranty covers physical damage or water damage. So don't worry that warranty is expired 🙂

[@RealWorld]

@@roninr8199 Good point, however some warranties are fairly liberal:).

[@roninr8199]

@@RealWorld in my country manufacturers finds reason why not to repair during warranty period 😂and nikon service center charges just to examine the product.

[@troyr57]

I was talking about the Best Buy extra Warranty, that did cover damage.

[@jjsifo1]

Excellent video, helpful. Thank you.

[@laurensiemens1436]

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

[@RealWorld]

LOL - wow, where are you located? That is coooooold!:)

[@LivingInWild]

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!

[@RealWorld]

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.

[@guudii]

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!

[@RealWorld]

the newer is helpful but not worth $300 IMO:). the older is fine and capable of capturing some solid shots.

[@Archmage88ttv]

the quality on this looks a lot better then my 55-300 as-f lense. none of these seem to get far enough for wildlife photography tho.

[@RealWorld]

wildlife photography is challenging for various reasons ... range, speed, lighting, etc. I reviewed the Tamron 18-400 which provides extra range ... a solid lens:). kzbin.info/www/bejne/eZenl6huqLBgpZI

[@simonwells733]

I like that song

[@richardsoutdoorworld5284]

Looks like a decent wide range zoom ! Also , I was wondering , have you ever done a video on Super Wide angle photography and the fun shots you can get especially with people ? I really have fun with that kind of photography sometimes !

[@RealWorld]

Thanks for the post/feedback!:) The 18-300 is a good all around zoom lens. I have not messed around much with the super wides but might be fun to try:). I got my hands on the Tamron 18-400 and plan to spend some time with it this weekend:).

[@richardsoutdoorworld5284]

hope you make a video review for the tamron 18-400 , I have fun with super wides and my family , especially at the beach ,heres example , my grandson goofing off for the camera lol www.flickr.com/photos/mrprimetime_86/47029079541/in/album-72157705083058951/

[@johnzimmerman7648]

Very interesting on this type of lens, and photos.

[@YellsItLikeItIs]

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?"

[@RealWorld]

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 ( kzbin.info/www/bejne/m2O3i4mrbN6Nn8k ) 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:).

[@YellsItLikeItIs]

@@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.

[@SeanDIY]

Please not only post the links below but also put them as cards. It gets people to click on the video and watch that too. That increases your watch time. You could also benefit from more tags in your videos. Great content.

[@RealWorld]

Ahhhhhh yes, great point/tip - ty!:) I have focused heavily on content and somehow missed this additional YT feature:).

[@MoranGuyVideos]

"Stay tuned this video is for you" :-) I have the 55-300 purchased as second hand lens for about 180$ which is great. thanks for the review as I considered to have the 18-200 if sometimes I just want to go out with just one lens. otherwise I have 17-50 / 18-55 and the 55-300 . non mentioned the fixed lenses...

[@MoranGuyVideos]

"let's jump right in and have some fun"

[@MoranGuyVideos]

Can you do a video about some tricks and tips regarding composition , leading lines , patterns , etc. ? How to make sure you are ready for the right moment in street photography? I was just starting out street photography and I enjoy it a lot. I want to get improved.

[@RealWorld]

Thanks for the post!:) Sounds like you have a nice setup/range (18-55 and 55-300):). I like the 18-200 or 18-300 for simply convenience (one lens to cover a full range). Nonetheless, I have taken to the size and speed of the 18-55 as well along with the fixed 35 or fixed 50:).

[@RealWorld]

Ahhhhh yes, I really like the candid shots capture from street photos!:) Not certain if you caught my vid on street photography - kzbin.info/www/bejne/qZjNe3ycbNKYjZI (i plan to create more as well:)). I like the idea of going over tips and tricks though ... composition is key in my opinion.

[@EDWARDJOSHUAMORENO]

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

[@RealWorld]

Ahhhh yes, I have experienced various issues with other lenses and feel the same. :)

[@roninr8199]

It would be interesting if you could compare it with tamron 18-400mm since both of them cost almost same.

[@RealWorld]

LOL - I thought the same while reviewing this lens!:) I may see if I can get my hands on it:).

[@crypticwintermoon6284]

Can you please review the 85mm 1.8? Thanks in advance and great video.

[@Coronado_Studio]

I had a nikon d5600 you think is a good lens to start i do love landscape and events

[@RealWorld]

this is a good all around lens (along w/ the tamron 18-400)

[@shahalup455]

Please upload review of nikon d7200

[@joelharris9644]

Could you do a video comparing the 18-200 & the 18-300 please? Not sure which one to get Thanks

[@RealWorld]

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.

[@MurreyMurage95]

Awesome videos as always!

[@RealWorld]

Thanks for the feedback Murrey!:)

[@WDMunnings429]

I believe you said you prefer shooting in either Aperture Priority or Shutter Priority. What are your thoughts on shooting ISO on Auto?

[@RealWorld]

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) :).

[@stewartmiller3630]

Lens hood an optional accessory. Do you think you need one as you did not have one in the video

[@RealWorld]

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.

[@sachin4789]

Nice one !!

[@Sidra__]

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

[@RealWorld]

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:).

[@pabloperez4569]

Hi!! I like so much ur vids! Thanks to you I bought my first DSLR, the D3400 and I'm so happy with this camera :) Is it possible to make a review of the fast standard zoom lens Sigma 17-50 F2.8 OS? Thank you

[@RealWorld]

Thanks for the post/feedback Pablo and glad to be of help/inspiration!:) I will keep my eyes open for this lens ... I have heard good things about it but never got my hands on it:).

[@skorpio88]

I wonder how this lens will work with the Z6

[@trevorbetty939]

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.

[@RealWorld]

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

[@ilseolive1128]

Thanks for a very informative video. Since you have both the 18-200 and 18-300, which one would you personally prefer? And also - if I may ask - is the Sony RX10 IV a better/worse option as far as image quality is concerned? Thanks so much!

[@RealWorld]

Thanks for the post/feedback:). Both produce nice/solid results. I like the 18-300 for the extra range but also like the hefty feel of the 18-200:). If I had to pick one today, I might lean towards the 18-300 or the Tamron 18-400 which I reviewed as well:).

[@sabyasachighosh9385]

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...

[@RealWorld]

thanks for the post/feedback:) ... nothing special in post processing - just got lucky catching the lights at the right time:).

[@anthonyhixon4177]

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.

[@RealWorld]

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.

[@jillianclaire9862]

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.

[@RealWorld]

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 - kzbin.info/www/bejne/h3eWmKidqtGUba8 (a link to purchase the cable can be found in the description of the vid if needed).

[@jillianclaire9862]

Thanks for the help!

[@michaelhickey6650]

Always enjoy the music!

[@RealWorld]

Thanks for the feedback!:) Music is always more challenging than most might consider (licensing, length of track, vocals, beat, message, etc.):). I was fortunately enough to exchange messages with this group a year or two back ... a great/solid group in my opinion. They will enjoy your feedback as well I am certain:).

[@michaelhickey6650]

@@RealWorld I would love to know who the group is?

[@Hansinho10]

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 :)

[@RealWorld]

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:).

[@lonnieclemens5131]

The music is good too.

[@DenGio55]

Still searching for an all around extreme zoom for my Canon M50 Mark II....I love Nikon - will it work?

[@RealWorld]

might work with an adaptor but i would still with cannon related lenses or a made for canon lens from Tamron or Sigma :)

[@DenGio55]

@@RealWorld thanks! I tried the Canon EF-M 18-150. I really liked it but just doesn’t zoom in enough.

[@scottburns5106]

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.

[@RealWorld]

the addition 100mm would certainly help. in addition, i might consider the tamron 18-400 ( kzbin.info/www/bejne/eZenl6huqLBgpZI ). 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:).

[@IulianNikond]

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

[@RealWorld]

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:).

[@terrykaschy]

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?

[@RealWorld]

I feel the AF speed in the 18-300 is similar to the 70-300 albeit a bit faster.

[@terrykaschy]

@@RealWorld great thanks.

[@Gino_567]

I just got back from hawaii. And as a casual photographer, there was nothing worse than constantly switching lenses throughout the entire trip. Next time im going to just buy a all round zoom lens like this one and be done with it.

[@RealWorld]

LOL - Hawaii is a great place to capture photos:). Yes, switch between lenses can be a pain depending on the situation:).

[@jeremykhuu]

Hey could you please review the nikon d7500 or the d750, as these cameras would be a good jump for somone who want to go from an entry level to something more serious Thanks ~Jeremy

[@RealWorld]

Thanks for the post/suggestion:). I may add one or both to my list ... I really like the 7000 series and shot with one or more for a few years - nice/solid bodies in my opinion. The D750 is a fully capable and relatively affordable full frame body:).

[@bobchristensen4897]

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?

[@RealWorld]

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.:)

[@abhroy]

Dear Sir , it would be truly great if you could make two tutorials on Moon photography , infra-red filter . Thank you . God bless .

[@RealWorld]

Thanks for the suggestion and may God bless you and your family as well:).

[@JDM_000]

Song? Is it Zola? Great demo btw. Just subscribed

[@davidjones7530]

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]

Thanks for the post/question David!:) I may have failed to mention the aperture!:) This is the 3.5-6.3 ... a solid lens:).

[@bonchengj_sangma8413]

Sir, how to turn on the manual focus on in nikkor af 7070-300mm lens in nikon D5600? Need reply, pls

[@RealWorld]

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