Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 70-300mm f/4.5-6.3G ED VR

Compact telephoto zoom for DX-format Nikon DSLRs

Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 70-300mm f/4.5-6.3G ED VR
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LENS SCORE
Features 16
Performance 16
Durability 16
Price 14
Usability 17
Brand Nikon
Model 20061

Key Features

OPTICS 14 elements in 10 groups including one Extra-low Dispersion (ED) element
APERTURE 7-blade rounded diaphragm for smooth bokeh
AUTOFOCUS Pulse Motor (stepping motor) for fast, quiet AF
STABILIZATION Vibration Reduction (VR) providing up to 4 stops of compensation
COMPATIBILITY Designed for Nikon DX-format F-mount DSLRs
ZOOM RANGE 70-300mm focal length (105-450mm equivalent on DX)
MIN FOCUS 1.1 meters (3.6 feet) throughout the zoom range
FILTER SIZE 58mm front filter thread
CONSTRUCTION Lightweight plastic barrel construction with metal mount
SIZE Approximately 72 x 125 mm
WEIGHT Approximately 415 grams
WEATHER SEALING Not weather-sealed
ACCESSORIES Compatible with HB-77 bayonet lens hood

The Most Important Rings & Switches — Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 70-300mm f/4.5-6.3G ED VR

Ring / Switch / Control Status Note
Focus Ring ✓ Present Electronic focus ring
Zoom Ring ✓ Present Mechanical zoom ring
Aperture Ring ✗ Not Present Controlled via camera body
AF/MF Switch ✗ Not Present Controlled via camera menu
Image Stabilisation Switch ✗ Not Present Controlled via camera menu
Focus Limiter Switch ✗ Not Present
Function (L-Fn) Button ✗ Not Present
Zoom Lock Switch ✗ Not Present
Optical Image Stabilisation (OIS) ✓ Present VR system included
Weather Sealing ✗ Not Present

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Technical Specification

Focal Length 70-300mm
Aperture Range f/4.5-6.3 to f/32
Lens Construction 14 elements in 10 groups
Angle of View 22u00b0 50' to 5u00b0 20'
Min Focus Distance 1.1m (3.6ft)
Max Magnification 0.22x
Diaphragm Blades 7 (rounded)
Filter Thread 58mm
Stabilization VR (Vibration Reduction)
Focus Motor Pulse Motor
Weight 415g
Dimensions 72 x 125 mm