Nikon - AF-S VR Zoom-Nikkor 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6G IF-ED Telephoto Zoom Lens - Black
- Key Specs
- Lens Mount Compatibility: Nikon DX, Nikon FX
- Lens Type: Telephoto Zoom
- Minimum Focal Length: 70 millimeters (The minimum distance between the lens and the image sensor that allows the subject to be in focus. The shorter the focal length, the greater the area of scene captured.)
- Maximum Focal Length: 300 millimeters (The maximum distance between the lens and the image sensor that allows the subject to be in focus. The greater the focal length, the smaller the area of scene captured.)
- Maximum Aperture: f/4.5 (The limit to how wide a lens can be open, typically expressed in f-numbers. The smaller the number, the larger the aperture and the more light that can enter the lens. A larger aperture creates a shallower depth of field, helpful for keeping subjects in focus and blurring background details.)
- General
- Brand: Nikon
- Model Number: 2161
- Product Name: AF-S VR Zoom-Nikkor 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6G IF-ED Telephoto Zoom Lens
- Color: Black
- Compatibility
- Brand Compatibility: Nikon, Universal
- Lens Mount Compatibility: Nikon DX, Nikon FX
- Tripod/Monopod Mountable: true (A support function that allows the device to be mounted to monopods and tripods for leveling and stability.)
- Dimensions
- Product Weight: 25.6 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
- Product Length with Lens Closed: 5.6 inches
- Product Diameter: 3.1 inches (The out of box diameter of the item, measured as a straight line passing from side to side of the item, through its center.)
- Imaging
- Lens Type: Telephoto Zoom
- Field of View at 1000 yards: 34 feet (The area of a target, measured horizontally from the location of viewing, that can be observed.)
- Exposure Control
- Minimum Focal Length: 70 millimeters (The minimum distance between the lens and the image sensor that allows the subject to be in focus. The shorter the focal length, the greater the area of scene captured.)
- Maximum Focal Length: 300 millimeters (The maximum distance between the lens and the image sensor that allows the subject to be in focus. The greater the focal length, the smaller the area of scene captured.)
- Maximum Aperture: f/4.5 (The limit to how wide a lens can be open, typically expressed in f-numbers. The smaller the number, the larger the aperture and the more light that can enter the lens. A larger aperture creates a shallower depth of field, helpful for keeping subjects in focus and blurring background details.)
- Minimum Aperture: f/32 (The smallest opening of a lens, typically expressed in f-numbers. The larger the number, the smaller the aperture and the less light that can enter the lens. A smaller aperture creates a larger depth of field, which keeps both foreground and background in focus.)
- Performance
- Filter Diameter: 67 millimeters
- Warranty
- Warranty - Parts: 1 year limited
- Warranty - Labor: 1 year limited
- Other
- UPC: 018208021611
Nikon AF-S VR Zoom-Nikkor 70–300mm f/4.5–5.6G IF-ED Telephoto Zoom Lens: Leave the tripod at home and create stunning still images and HD videos from any distance with this Nikon telephoto zoom lens. The versatile focal length allows you to capture intricately detailed photos of sports events, wildlife and distant scenery. Vibration reduction technology reduces blur caused by camera shake for crystal clear handheld photos and action shots.
- Compatible with a variety of Nikon DSLR cameras: Works with any Nikon FX or DX-format DSLR camera with an F-bayonet mount. Also compatible with most Nikon 35mm SLR cameras.
- Telephoto zoom lens provides detailed photos from a distance: Throw backgrounds out of focus, grab detail and capture vivid close-up shots of distant subjects.
- 70–300mm focal length: This versatile, long-range zoom lens covers a broad range, enabling you to capture the perfect image from various distances.
- f/4.5–5.6 aperture: Provides clear landscape images and beautiful distance shots even in the shade and on cloudy days.
- Vibration Reduction II image stabilization: Allows you to shoot at shutter speeds up to 2.5 stops slower without image blur. Ensures dramatically sharp still images and HD video capture, even for handheld shooting.
- SWM (Silent Wave Motor) ensures smooth, precise focusing: Utilizes ultrasound vibrations to focus the lens, resulting in smooth, silent and precise autofocusing.
- ED (Extra-low Dispersion) glass for superior image quality: Effectively corrects chromatic aberration for optimum lens performance.
- M/A focusing mode: Allows you to switch from manual to automatic with virtually no lag time, by simply turning the focusing ring on the lens.
- Internal Focus for fast, smooth autofocusing: Allows for a more compact, lightweight construction and a closer focusing distance without changes in the lens barrel length.
- Advanced lens coating for improved optics: Nikon Super Integrated Coating minimizes ghosting and flare and ensures consistent color balance for true-to-life images.
- Accommodates 67mm filters: Compatible with screw-on filter types.
- Accessories included: Comes with a hood, lens cap (front and rear) and case.
- Compatible with a variety of Nikon DSLR cameras: Works with any Nikon FX or DX-format DSLR camera with an F-bayonet mount. Also compatible with most Nikon 35mm SLR cameras.
- Telephoto zoom lens provides detailed photos from a distance: Throw backgrounds out of focus, grab detail and capture vivid close-up shots of distant subjects.
- 70–300mm focal length: This versatile, long-range zoom lens covers a broad range, enabling you to capture the perfect image from various distances.
- f/4.5–5.6 aperture: Provides clear landscape images and beautiful distance shots even in the shade and on cloudy days.
- Vibration Reduction II image stabilization: Allows you to shoot at shutter speeds up to 2.5 stops slower without image blur. Ensures dramatically sharp still images and HD video capture, even for handheld shooting.
- SWM (Silent Wave Motor) ensures smooth, precise focusing: Utilizes ultrasound vibrations to focus the lens, resulting in smooth, silent and precise autofocusing.
- ED (Extra-low Dispersion) glass for superior image quality: Effectively corrects chromatic aberration for optimum lens performance.
- M/A focusing mode: Allows you to switch from manual to automatic with virtually no lag time, by simply turning the focusing ring on the lens.
- Internal Focus for fast, smooth autofocusing: Allows for a more compact, lightweight construction and a closer focusing distance without changes in the lens barrel length.
- Advanced lens coating for improved optics: Nikon Super Integrated Coating minimizes ghosting and flare and ensures consistent color balance for true-to-life images.
- Accommodates 67mm filters: Compatible with screw-on filter types.
- Accessories included: Comes with a hood, lens cap (front and rear) and case.
Whats Included
- LC-67 snap-on front lens cap
- LF-1 rear lens cap
- HB-35 lens hood and CL-1022 soft lens case
- LC-67 snap-on front lens cap
- LF-1 rear lens cap
- HB-35 lens hood and CL-1022 soft lens case
A: After looking both of these lenses I chose the 70-300 based on the following: 1.) Better build quality -- it feels more substantial and clicks more assuredly when I mount it on my camera than any of the DX lenses I own 2.) Excellent sharpness -- other reviews indicate that the 55-300 gets a little soft past 200mm, from personal experience the 70-300 is very sharp all the way to 300mm 3.) A/M -- in auto-focus mode, you can manually adjust focus without shifting modes if the auto-focus is not where you want it 4.) FX format -- future proofs me for the time when I can spend the money for an FX format camera and provides a little extra reach (100-420) on my DX camera
Q: What is the basic difference between the 70-300 and the 55-300 lens?
A: Besides the appx $200 price difference, the 55-300 lens is strictly for use with digital cameras with DX sensors only. DX cameras have a smaller size digital sensor than an FX that uses a standard 35 mm frame (24 x 36 mm). Because the lens physically cannot 'fill up' the FX frame it is listed only as a DX (and thus there is no 'equivalent' for FX/35mm). The 70-300 (that I own) is physically a larger lens than the 55-300 and is designed to work either with a DX, FX, or 35mm film format. Thus, while it is listed as a 70-300 for the FX/35mm format, it gives the equivalent performance of a 105-450mm for the DX frame if you're familiar to what things look like through a 35mm/FX camera. The Nikon website comparsion between the lenses will show you the range in minimum/maximum angle with each lens, noting that both the DX and FX/35mm values are given for the 70-300.
A: The 55-300mm zoom lens would be a good economical choice. However the 70-300mm lens is better for sports due to its fast auto focus.
A: I have this same lens with my D5000 and the combination of this lens and camera take great pics -- everyone comments on them. I've attached a couple below for you to see. I highly recommend this lens for the D5000.
Q: I need a telephoto lens for a Nikon D60 camera. What lenses are compatible?
A: Nikon offers two types of autofocus digital camera bodies: those with a built-in focus drive motor and those which require a lens to have a motor.The D60 does not have a focus motor, it can be smaller and lighter but does require the lens to have the focusing motor – an “AF-S” lens. While these bodies can use a lens with no focus motor (an “AF” lens) you would have to manually turn the focus ring to bring the subject in to sharp focus. Any AF-S lens will give you autofocus.
Q: Will the Nikon 70-300mm VR work with the D5500?
A: It should most Nikon lens are compatible with most Nikon F mounts I have the D3300
Q: Is a Nikon 70-300 mm f/4.5-5.6 G lens compatible with a Nikon D3100
A: The Nikon 70-300 mm f/4.5-5.6 G lens will operate with the D3100.
A: Yes, it is. And is compatible. The 70-300 is so commented because it has faster autofocus, less distortion and better build quality if compared to the 55-300. But you get drawbacks with 70-300: it's heavier and it's not a DX lens. It is originally designed for cameras like D700 and D3, called full frame (their sensors are bigger). On cameras like your D3100 and my D5100, the 70-300 is actually a 105-450. Lenses for full frame bodies work with their focal lenghts multiplied by 1.5 when mounted on DX bodies (like ours).
