Nikon AF-S 300mm f/4 E PF ED VR vs Nikon AF-P DX 70-300mm F4.5-6.3 G
This is a full comparison between the lenses Nikon AF-S 300mm f/4 E PF ED VR and Nikon AF-P DX 70-300mm F4.5-6.3 G.
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Product |
Nikon AF-S 300mm f/4 E PF ED VR |
Nikon AF-P DX 70-300mm F4.5-6.3 G |
| Name | Nikon AF-S 300mm f/4 E PF ED VR | Nikon AF-P DX 70-300mm F4.5-6.3 G |
| Also known as | Nikon Nikkor AF-S 300mm f/4 E PF ED VR | Nikon Nikkor AF-P DX 70-300mm F4.5-6.3 G |
| Manufacturer | Nikon | Nikon |
| SKU | 2223 | 20061 |
Release Date and Price |
Nikon AF-S 300mm f/4 E PF ED VR |
Nikon AF-P DX 70-300mm F4.5-6.3 G |
| Release Year | 2015 | 2016 |
| Release Date | 2015-01-06 | 2016-08-17 |
| MSRP | N/A | N/A |
| Last known price | 1996 USD | 346 USD |
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Lens Type |
Nikon AF-S 300mm f/4 E PF ED VR |
Nikon AF-P DX 70-300mm F4.5-6.3 G |
| Lens Type | Telephoto | Telephoto |
| Zoom or Prime | Prime lens (no zoom) | Zoom lens |
Mount and Compatibility |
Nikon AF-S 300mm f/4 E PF ED VR |
Nikon AF-P DX 70-300mm F4.5-6.3 G |
| Mount | Nikon F | Nikon F |
| Designed for APS-C sensor | No (Suitable for all sensors) | Yes |
Focus |
Nikon AF-S 300mm f/4 E PF ED VR |
Nikon AF-P DX 70-300mm F4.5-6.3 G |
| Autofocus (AF) | Yes | Yes |
| Built-in Autofocus (AF) Motor | Yes | Yes |
| Motor Type | Ultrasonic | Stepper Motor |
| Focus Method | No information | No information |
| Closest Focusing Distance | 140 cm | 110 cm |
| Maximum Magnification | 0,24 | 0,22 |
Aperture |
Nikon AF-S 300mm f/4 E PF ED VR |
Nikon AF-P DX 70-300mm F4.5-6.3 G |
| Maximum Aperture | F4 |
F4,5-6,3
This lens has a variable aperture at different focal lengths. F4,5 at 70 mm F6,3 at 300 mm Variable Aperture |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 | 7 |
Optics |
Nikon AF-S 300mm f/4 E PF ED VR |
Nikon AF-P DX 70-300mm F4.5-6.3 G |
| Construction | 16 elements / 10 groups | 14 elements / 10 groups |
| Special Elements/Coatings | 1 ED element 1 phase fresnel element Fluorine coating Nano crystal coating | 1 ED element + Super Integrated Coating |
Focal Length |
Nikon AF-S 300mm f/4 E PF ED VR |
Nikon AF-P DX 70-300mm F4.5-6.3 G |
| Focal Length | 300 mm | 70-300 mm |
| Zoom Range | None (Prime lens) No Zoom available. |
230 mm |
| Built-in Teleconverter | No | No |
| Teleconverter Multiplier | N/A | N/A |
| Image Stabilization | Yes | No |
| Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 4 stops | N/A |
Physical |
Nikon AF-S 300mm f/4 E PF ED VR |
Nikon AF-P DX 70-300mm F4.5-6.3 G |
| Weather Sealing | Yes | No |
| Diameter | 89 mm | 72 mm |
| Length | 148 mm | 125 mm |
| Weight | 755 gr | 400 gr |
Other |
Nikon AF-S 300mm f/4 E PF ED VR |
Nikon AF-P DX 70-300mm F4.5-6.3 G |
| Filter Type | Filter Thread | Filter Thread |
| Filter Diameter | 77 mm | 58 mm |
| Lens Hood | Included | Included |
| Lens Hood SKU | HB-73 | HB-82 |
| Tripod Collar |
Not included (but available as accessory) |
N/A |
| Tripod Collar SKU | RT-1 | N/A |
