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Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars with 962 reviews

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    Rating 4.9 out of 5 stars

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98%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers value the impressive zoom capabilities and excellent image quality of the AF-S DX NIKKOR 55-300mm lens. They also appreciate its ease of use, and many find the lens to be lightweight and versatile. While some find the size a bit large for portability, the positive feedback on image quality and zoom range outweighs this concern for most users.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Zoom

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Takes excellent close up pictures!!!!

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    So glad I purchased this lens! I can now take excellent action shots from far away!!! Very pleased!

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Zoom

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great lens

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Used this lens for the first time in the Royal Gorge Co was fantastic got some really great shots of the kayak,s going down the river!

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Image quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great lens

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great lens! Go for it. It's worth it' Takes wonderful photos at track meets, on the water, and at other events.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Image quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great pictures

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I used this lens recently on a trip to the states. It captured clear close - ups just the way I hoped it would.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Zoom

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Takes amazing photos for very far objects

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I love this lens. It makes it so I can blur things in the background and still have clarity of what I'm really focusing on. I Love It!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    good lens, but a bit heavy

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    good lens, a bit heavy should attach string to lens cover, so dont have to worry about losing cover.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good deal

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Fair price and good deal on this lens. Not quite the zoom I wanted but it was a good investment.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Zoom

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Excellent lens

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I've been comparison shopping for a year looking for the best lens for outdoor action. This was the best Mother's Day gift ever!

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Zoom

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    great lens

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I love this lens! It works perfect for sporting events without the hassle of switching back and forth between my other two lenses.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Zoom

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    stunning.

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    My son began playing football this year prompting me to purchase a DSLR with a zoom lens. the pictures iv'e taken from the sideline are spectacular. great zoom lens for sports.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Image quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Excellent Lens for far away pictures

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Excellent choice of Lens, Telephoto pictures are excellent and great picture quality, Vibration reduction really helps to take outstanding pictures.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Zoom

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Lens!!

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I have had my camera for a few years now and have been playing with different lenses. This is by far my favorite so far!!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Zoom

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Part of Nikon Pkg

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Excellent lens was part of Nikon package I bought at Best Buy, Nikon's name stands for itself and Best Buy has lowest prices!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
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    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Addition to my DSLR

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I BOUGHT IT WITH MY DSLR JUST AS AN ADD-ON, I LOVED IT. GREAT TO SHOOT FAR OBJECTS. I ALSO GOT A DISCOUNT BECAUSE BOUGHT IT ALONG WITH MY CAMERA.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Zoom

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Cool Lens

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I purchased this lens as an additional lens to be used with my Nikon DLSR. It works very well and is great for sporting events and distant shots.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Zoom

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Lens

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Having a variety of lenses may just be the key to excellent photograghs. This lens has been a great purchase!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Zoom

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good addition to my new Nikon

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    So far this lens has been a great addition to my camera. Really enjoy nature photography so this lens helps getting up close to the subject.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good quality

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I was a little disappointed at the range of the lense. I was expecting it to zoom in closer.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Zoom

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Very nice lens

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I have taken some incredible shots with this lens. Teamed up with my d7000 and together they have helped me become a pretty good photographer!

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Zoom

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    great second lens

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great lens for the price, I needed a nice zoom lens for my camera and for the buck this lens offers a lot of band. Love Nikon and there lenes.

    I would recommend this to a friend