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

Versatile telephoto zoom with effective vibration reduction

Nikon AF-S 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6G VR
79/100
LENS SCORE
Features 16
Performance 16
Durability 16
Price 14
Usability 17
Brand Nikon
Model 2161

Key Features

OPTICS 17 elements in 12 groups including two ED glass elements
AUTOFOCUS Silent Wave Motor (SWM) for fast, quiet internal focusing
STABILIZATION VR II image stabilization providing up to 2.5 stops of compensation
APERTURE 9-blade rounded diaphragm for smooth bokeh
COMPATIBILITY Full-frame FX format, compatible with DX sensors
FOCUSING Internal focus (IF) design, minimum focus distance of 1.5m
COATING Nikon Super Integrated Coating to minimize ghosting and flare
MOUNT Nikon F-mount
FILTER 67mm filter thread size
CONSTRUCTION High-quality plastic barrel with metal mount
ZOOM Rotating zoom ring design
WEATHER SEALING Rubber gasket at the lens mount
DIMENSIONS 80mm x 143.5mm; Weight: 745g

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

Ring / Switch / Control Status Note
Focus Ring ✓ Present
Zoom Ring ✓ Present
Aperture Ring ✗ Not Present Controlled via camera body
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 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6G VR

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Technical Specification

Focal Length 70-300mm
Maximum Aperture f/4.5-5.6
Minimum Aperture f/32-40
Lens Construction 17 elements in 12 groups
Angle of View 34u00b020' - 8u00b010'
Minimum Focus Distance 1.5m (4.9 ft)
Maximum Reproduction Ratio 0.25x
Diaphragm Blades 9 (rounded)
Filter Size 67mm
Focus Motor SWM (Silent Wave Motor)
Stabilization VR II (up to 2.5 stops)
Weight 745g
Dimensions 80 x 143.5 mm
Mount Nikon F
Format FX/Full Frame