Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 55-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR

Versatile telephoto zoom with vibration reduction

Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 55-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR
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LENS SCORE
Features 15
Performance 14
Durability 14
Price 16
Usability 14
Brand Nikon
Model 2197

Key Features

FORMAT DX-format telephoto zoom lens
APERTURE Variable aperture range of f/4.5-5.6
OPTICS High Refractive Index (HRI) and ED glass elements
AUTOFOCUS Silent Wave Motor (SWM) for quiet AF
STABILIZATION VR II image stabilization providing 3 stops compensation
CONSTRUCTION Metal lens mount with dust and moisture resistance
DIAPHRAGM 9-blade rounded diaphragm for smooth bokeh
MINIMUM FOCUS 1.4 meters (4.6 feet) throughout zoom range
FILTER SIZE 58mm front filter thread
ZOOM RANGE 55-300mm (82.5-450mm equivalent on DX)
COATING Nikon Super Integrated Coating (SIC)
WEATHER SEALING Rubber gasket mount seal
COMPATIBILITY Compatible with all Nikon DX-format DSLRs

The Most Important Rings & Switches — Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 55-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR

Ring / Switch / Control Status Note
Focus Ring ✓ Present
Zoom Ring ✓ Present
Aperture Ring ✗ Not Present
AF/MF Switch ✓ Present
Image Stabilisation Switch ✓ Present
Focus Limiter Switch ✗ Not Present
Function (L-Fn) Button ✗ Not Present
Zoom Lock Switch ✗ Not Present
Optical Image Stabilisation (OIS) ✓ Present
Weather Sealing ~ Limited Rubber mount gasket only

How-to Use Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 55-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR

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Technical Specification

Focal Length 55-300mm
Max Aperture f/4.5-5.6
Min Aperture f/22-29
Lens Construction 17 elements in 11 groups
Angle of View 28u00b0 50' - 5u00b0 20'
Min Focus Distance 1.4m (4.6ft)
Max Reproduction Ratio 0.28x
Diaphragm Blades 9 (rounded)
Filter Size 58mm
Focus Motor SWM (Silent Wave Motor)
Stabilization VR II (3 stops)
Mount Nikon F-mount
Weight 530g (18.7 oz)
Dimensions 76.5 x 123 mm
Format DX