Nikon AF-S 300mm f/2,8 G IF-ED VR II Specifications
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| Name | Nikon AF-S 300mm f/2,8 G IF-ED VR II See our Dictionary |
| Manufacturer | Nikon |
Release Date and Price |
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| Release Year | 2010 |
| MSRP | 58999 USD
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Lens Type |
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| Lens Type | Telephoto Lens |
| Zoom or Prime | Prime lens (no possibility to zoom) |
Mount and Compatibility |
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| Mount | Nikon (see compatible cameras) |
| Compatibility | Works on all sensors (see compatible cameras) |
Focus |
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| Closest Focusing Distance | 230 cm |
| Autofocus (AF) | Yes |
| Built-in autofocus (AF) motor | Yes (more info) |
Aperture |
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| Maximum aperture | f/2,8 |
Optics |
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| Elements: | 11 elements / 8 groups |
| Focal Length |
300 mm
Depending on which camera this lens is used the focal length can seem different. This is because different camera sensors can have a slight crop factor and the focal length will be equivalent to:
Read more on the cameras impact on the perceived focal length |
Physical |
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| Diameter | 124 mm |
| Length | 267 mm |
| Weight | 2900 g (see the total weight, camera+lens) |
Other |
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| Image stabilization | Yes, VR II |
| Filter | Drop-in Filter, 52 mm |
| Lens Hood | HK-30 (included) |
| Tripod mount | Yes, a tripod mount is included (Read more) |
| Weather sealing | Yes |
Product description from Nikon
At launch 2010 Nikon wrote this regarding Nikon AF-S 300mm f/2,8 G IF-ED VR II :
"Professional, fast-aperture super telephoto lens, now enhanced with Nikon VR II image stabilization and featuring Nano Crystal Coat, is an ideal choice for sports photography, live performance shooting, wildlife and more.
Fast-aperture f/2.8 NIKKOR Super Telephoto
Wide aperture, professional telephoto performance, optimized for edge-to-edge sharpness for both FX and DX-format Nikon D-SLRs—perfect for action and sports photojournalism, wildlife photography and more.
Exclusive Nano Crystal Coat
Further reduces ghosting and internal flare for even greater image clarity.
Nikon Silent Wave Motor (SWM)
Delivers fast, accurate and quiet autofocusing.
Nikon Super Integrated Coating (SIC)
Enhances light transmission efficiency and offers superior color consistency and reduced flare.
Rugged Construction
Featuring enhanced dust and moisture-resistance, magnesium die-cast barrel construction and a protective meniscus front lens.
Fully compatible with Nikon TC-14E II, TC-17E II and TC-20E II (III) Teleconverters.
Nikon VR II (Vibration Reduction) Image Stabilization
Vibration Reduction, engineered specifically for each VR NIKKOR lens, enables handheld shooting at up to 4 shutter speeds slower than would otherwise be possible, assuring dramatically sharper still images and video capture.
Three Extra-low Dispersion (ED) Elements
Offers superior sharpness and color correction by effectively minimizing chromatic aberration, even at wide apertures.
Three Focus Modes
A/M mode joins the familiar M/A and M modes, enhancing AF control versatility with fast, secure switching between auto and manual focus to accommodate personal shooting techniques.
AF Memory Recall
Allows instant return to a predetermined point of focus.
Close Focusing to 7.2 feet
Focus to 7.2 feet in manual focus or 7.5 feet in autofocus, enabling striking image perspectives.
Rounded 9-Blade Diaphragm
Renders more natural appearance of out-of-focus image areas."
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