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Capture remarkable, tack sharp sports and action with the speed and brightness of an f/2.8 maximum aperture across a field-covering 120 to 300mm zoom range. The lens offers exceptional colour rendering, incredibly accurate subject tracking and AF and powerful Vibration Reduction with SPORT mode for composing accuracy. Pro-caliber operability enhancements with all of the dependability of the finest NIKKOR optics. This incredible telephoto lens for professional sports and wildlife photographers has just changed the game.

Tech Specs

  • Focal Length Range

    Focal Length Range

    120 - 300mm
  • Maximum Aperture

    Maximum Aperture

    f/ 2.8

  • Format

    FX/35mm, DX
  • VR (Vibration Reduction) Image Stabilization

    VR (Vibration Reduction) Image Stabilization

    Yes

  • Nano Crystal Coat

    Yes
  • AF-S (Silent Wave Motor)

    AF-S (Silent Wave Motor)

    Yes
  • Approx. Dimensions (Diameter x Length)

    Approx. Dimensions (Diameter x Length)

    5.1 in. (128 mm) x 12 in. (303.5 mm)
  • Approx. Weight

    Approx. Weight

    114.6 oz. (3250 g)
  • Mount Type
    Nikon F-Bayonet
  • Focal Length Range
    120 - 300mm
  • Zoom Ratio
    2.5x
  • Maximum Aperture
    f/ 2.8
  • Minimum Aperture
    f/ 22
  • Format
    FX/35mm, DX
  • Maximum Angle of View (DX-format)
    13°20'
  • Minimum Angle of View (DX-format)
    5°20'
  • Maximum Angle of View (FX-format)
    20°20'
  • Minimum Angle of View (FX-format)
    8°10'
  • Maximum Reproduction Ratio
    0.16xx
  • Lens Construction Elements
    25
  • Lens Construction Groups
    19
  • Compatible Format(s)
    FX, DX
  • VR (Vibration Reduction) Image Stabilization
    Yes
  • Diaphragm Blades
    9
  • Arneo Coat
    Yes
  • Nano Crystal Coat
    Yes
  • ED Glass Elements
    1
  • Fluorite Elements
    2
  • SR (Short-Wavelength Refractive) Elements
    1
  • Fluorine Coat
    Yes
  • Super Integrated Coating
    Yes
  • Autofocus
    Yes
  • AF-S (Silent Wave Motor)
    Yes
  • Internal Focusing
    Yes
  • Minimum Focus Distance
    2.0 m from focal plane at all zoom positions
  • Focus Mode
    AF, Manual
  • E-type
    Yes
  • Filter Size
    112mm
  • Accepts Filter Type
    Screw-on
  • Compatible with Nikon AF-S Teleconverters
    Yes
  • Approx. Dimensions (Diameter x Length)
    5.1 in. (128 mm) x 12 in. (303.5 mm)
  • Approx. Weight
    114.6 oz. (3250 g)
  • Lens Type
    Zoom

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