Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR

Versatile telephoto zoom for DX-format Nikon DSLRs

Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR
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LENS SCORE
Features 15
Performance 15
Durability 14
Price 16
Usability 15
Brand Nikon
Model 2161

Key Features

OPTICS 17 elements in 12 groups including one ED glass element
APERTURE 9-blade rounded diaphragm for smooth bokeh
AUTOFOCUS Silent Wave Motor (SWM) for fast, quiet AF
STABILIZATION VR II image stabilization providing up to 4 stops
FORMAT Designed specifically for Nikon DX-format sensors
ZOOM 70-300mm focal length (105-450mm equivalent)
MIN FOCUS Minimum focus distance of 1.1 meters
FILTER 67mm front filter thread diameter
CONSTRUCTION Plastic barrel construction with metal mount
COMPATIBILITY Compatible with Nikon F-mount DX and FX cameras
COATING Nikon Super Integrated Coating for reduced flare
WEATHER SEALING Rubber gasket at the lens mount
SIZE Compact and lightweight telephoto design

The Most Important Rings & Switches — Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR

Ring / Switch / Control Status Note
Focus Ring ✓ Present Manual focus override available
Zoom Ring ✓ Present Rotary type
Aperture Ring ✗ Not Present Controlled via camera body
AF/MF Switch ✓ Present M/A and M modes
Image Stabilisation Switch ✓ Present VR On/Off
Focus Limiter Switch ✗ Not Present
Function (L-Fn) Button ✗ Not Present
Zoom Lock Switch ✗ Not Present
Optical Image Stabilisation (OIS) ✓ Present VR II system
Weather Sealing ~ Limited Rubber mount gasket only

How-to Use Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR

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Technical Specification

Focal Length 70-300mm
Aperture Range f/4.5-5.6 to f/32-40
Lens Construction 17 elements in 12 groups
Angle of View 22u00b0 50' - 5u00b0 20'
Min Focus Distance 1.1m (3.6 ft)
Max Magnification 0.24x
Diaphragm Blades 9 (rounded)
Filter Size 67mm
Dimensions 80 x 143.5 mm
Weight 415g