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Nikon 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED IF AF-S VR Zoom Nikkor Lens for Nikon Digital SLR Cameras


Nikon 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED IF AF-S VR Zoom Nikkor Lens for Nikon Digital SLR Cameras


Best Price: $669.00

Product Features
  • 70-300mm telephoto zoom lens with f/4.5-5.6 maximum aperture for Nikon digital SLR cameras
  • Vibration Reduction (VRII) minimizes effects of camera shake to produce sharper images
  • 2 Extra-Low Dispersion (ED) glass elements delivers super contrast and resolution performance
  • Internal Focus (IF) system provides fast and quiet autofocusing; 4.9-feet close focus range
  • Measures 3.1 inches in diameter and 5.6 inches long; weighs 26.3 ounces; 5-year warranty
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Product Description

The AF-S VR 70-300 f/4.5-5.6G IF-ED is a high-performance super telephoto zoom lens that has been designed to meet the demands of both digital and 35mm format SLR users. It offers a 4.3x zoom with a range of 70-300mm (105-450mm on a DX Nikon D-SLR) and features ED (Extra-low Dispersion) glass elements that ensure superior optical performance. This lens incorporates Nikon's second-generation vibration reduction system (VR II) that allows flexible hand-held shooting by stabilizing the image to the equivalent extent of using a shutter speed that is four stops faster when compared with a conventional lens (as determined by Nikon performance test). The SWM (Silent Wave Motor) and IF (Internal Focusing) ensure fast and quiet focusing action, and the nine-blade rounded diaphragm makes out-of-focus elements blend smoothly to produce natural-looking, harmonious backgrounds.

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L. Ho Said: Outstanding Photo Optics ( Nov. 12th 2009 )
Quality built. Great to use on my full frame Nikon D700 DSLR. Images are clear and sharp. Resolution excellent.
Dana Buswell Said: Super nice lens! ( Nov. 6th 2009 )
I originally bought the 55-200mm lens for my D60 and quickly found myself unimpressed by it. So I bought the 70-300mm and could not be happier. It may cost more but you get what you pay for. Photos are super sharp with great bukka. Lens has metal mount which is a nice upgrade from my previous zoom. You really can't go wrong with this if your in the market for a quality zoom.
Scout264 Said: I Guess I Got a "Bad Copy" of the 70-300 VR ( Oct. 27th 2009 )
I purchased it new in May, '09. It worked well enough on my Nikon D60, considering it is a consumer quality lens, but only for about 5 months. Early in October, '09, on about every 3rd shot, the lens would grind during autofocus and zoom, and the image in the viewfinder would shake uncontrollably. This shaking and grinding would continue after I released the shutter button. Needless to say none of the pictures turned out at all. I shipped it back to Nikon in NY, and it was returned, supposedly repaired, 3 weeks later. The day after I got it back, the shaking and grinding continued. It also malfunctioned on my friend's Nikon D40. I contacted the seller, who would not replace the lens, so I had to ship it back to Nikon again, where it should be by now. Those are just the facts, but I'm researching other manufacturers products now.
D. Trimm Said: Crystal Clear Images! ( Oct. 26th 2009 )
I purchased this lens after buying my D5000 that came with a 18-55mm lens. I didn't want a replacement for the 18-55mm but in addition to. I've used this lens on many occasions and each time the pictures are perfect. The only draw back is the lens is heavy. But you can't beat the construction. It's solid (maybe that's why it's heavy?) I expected to get really good pictures from this Nikon lens but didn't expect this good. I'm new to digital SLR photography and I honestly feel I've made the right choice with this lens.
Bryan Fitzwater Said: Glad I went for the 300 ( Sep. 7th 2009 )
This is for my new D700. I will spare the technical jargon. Was thinking of the 70-200 f/2.8 but that thing is very huge and heavy. This seems like the perfect lens for the beach. Went there for a couple of hours with the dog and snapped about 200 pictures. Even though this is the first day using it, the 300mm really came in handy. I took many shots at 300mm and they came out great! It's plastic but still feels substantial in your hand. Quality feels better that I expected. Focus is almost instant. I was concerned about the max 4.5 aperture but had no problems, had to turn down the ISO down to 400 as I had the aperture wide open most of the shots. I made full use of the 70-300 range as the dogs come and go very quickly. Took some pics of a friends dogs as well and they are tiny dogs. At 300mm I was able to get some good distance from the small dog, get an interesting perspective and background, shallow depth of field and sharp focus and filling the frame. Also got some good pics at 70mm for close ups. Point is that the 70-300 seems the perfect range when your going for casual wildlife photos. This lens fits perfect in the Tamrac MX5378 lens case as long as you don't have the hood on the lens. I shot many pictures into the sun had no flare at all. I guess the coatings really work so I don't think I will carry the lens hood as I like to travel light. On the other hand...I just tried putting the lens in the case with the lens hood attached (reversed) and it still fits but is tight. Tamrac recommends the Pro100 lens case for this lens and that will be better if you like a loose fit. Problem is those cases are a lot larger and if you are using the Tamrac modular belt, then smaller is better I think. My opinion, if you have an FX format camera you can't go wrong with this lens. My three lenses I will most often use are: 70-300 (this lens) Hiking, beach, etc. 24-70 f/2.8 Walk around, candid, indoors without flash. 50 f/1.4G Indoors low light with no flash.

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