Professional, fast-aperture super telephoto lens, now enhanced with Nikon VR II image stabilization and featuring Nano Crystal Coat, is an ideal choice for sports photography, live performance shooting, wildlife and more.

Tech Specs

  • Focal Length

    300mm
  • Maximum Aperture

    Maximum Aperture

    f/ 2.8
  • Format

    FX/35mm
  • 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)

    4.9 in. (124 mm) x 10.5 in. (267.5 mm)
  • Approx. Weight

    Approx. Weight

    102.3 oz. (2900 g)
  • Mount Type
    Nikon F-Bayonet
  • Focal Length
    300mm
  • Maximum Aperture
    f/ 2.8
  • Minimum Aperture
    f/ 22
  • Format
    FX/35mm
  • Maximum Angle of View (DX-format)
    5°20'
  • Maximum Angle of View (FX-format)
    8°10'
  • Maximum Reproduction Ratio
    0.16xx
  • Lens Construction Elements
    11
  • Lens Construction Groups
    8
  • Compatible Format(s)
    FX, DX, FX in DX Crop Mode, 35mm Film
  • VR (Vibration Reduction) Image Stabilization
    Yes
  • Diaphragm Blades
    9
  • Distance Information
    Yes
  • Nano Crystal Coat
    Yes
  • ED Glass Elements
    3
  • Super Integrated Coating
    Yes
  • Autofocus
    Yes
  • AF-S (Silent Wave Motor)
    Yes
  • Internal Focusing
    Yes
  • Minimum Focus Distance
    7.5 ft.(2.3m)7.2 ft.(2.2m) with manual focus
  • Focus Mode
    Auto, Manual, Manual/Auto, Auto/Manual
  • Filter Size
    52mm
  • Accepts Filter Type
    Slip-in
  • Compatible with Nikon AF-S Teleconverters
    Yes
  • Approx. Dimensions (Diameter x Length)
    4.9 in. (124 mm) x 10.5 in. (267.5 mm)
  • Approx. Weight
    102.3 oz. (2900 g)
  • Lens Type
    Prime

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