Nikon Nikkor AF-S 300mm f/2.8G ED VR II

Nikon Nikkor AF-S 300mm f/2.8G ED VR II
$5,799
300 mm
autofocus prime lens
f/2.8
  • Nikon VR II Image stabilized
  • Nikon AF-S Built in focus motor

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B&H Photo Video

Rated 5 out of 5 stars by 6 users at B&H Photo Video

"I use this lens on the D3s and it is absolutely amazing with this camera for sports. There are many other uses besides sports, but all I can say is the sharpness, fast focus and image quality is the best I have ever seen independent of cost. There are many other more technical reviews out there so I wanted to tell you from a real-world perspective that this lens will produce top-notch professional results for any level (pro, college, high school, etc) day after day."

"If you want the best possible lens at this focal length then this is the best money can buy. I think from a value perspective this lens with the various tele-converters give you the most coverage and value for the money. I do also shoot a 70-200mm f/2.8 with and without the tele-converters with very good results, however the sharpness with this lens as expected is beyond comparison."

"Heavy lens, but can be hand held with not much difficulty."

compatibilitywith digital cameras

Full frame

This lens is compatible with Full frame cameras such as the Nikon D600, Nikon D800 and Nikon D4.

Nikon D600
6.8°
horizontal angle of view
300mm
35mm equivalent focal length

APS-C (1.5x crop factor)

This lens is compatible with APS-C (1.5x crop factor) cameras such as the Nikon D5100, Nikon D5200 and Nikon D3200.

Nikon D5100
4.5°
horizontal angle of view
457.5mm
35mm equivalent focal length

Pros

The Nikon AF-S 300mm f/2.8G ED VR II vs other Nikon FX lenses

Prime lens Prime lens Help
Typically very sharp
Focus motor Silent focus motor Help
Silent and fast
Image stabilization More advanced image stabilization Help
Nikon VR II
Max focal length Telephoto lens Help
300 mm
Auto focus Supports autofocus Help
Easier to use

Cons

The Nikon AF-S 300mm f/2.8G ED VR II vs other Nikon FX lenses

Weight Quite heavy Help
2.9 kg
Length Quite long Help
267 mm
Lowest price Very expensive Help
$5,799.00
Min focal length Very poor wide angle lens Help
300 mm

Specifications

General

Min focal length
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300 mm
below average below average
Max focal length
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300 mm
above average above average
Zoom range
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1x
below average below average
Magnification
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Unknown

Aperture

Wide minimum
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f/2.8
Wide maximum
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f/22
Tele minimum
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f/2.8
above average above average
Tele maximum
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f/22

Features

Auto focus
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Yes
Focus motor
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Nikon AF-S
above average above average
Image stabilization
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Nikon VR II
unique unique
Fisheye
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No
Tilt-shift
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No

Form factor

Lens mount
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Nikon FX
Length
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267 mm
below average below average
Diameter
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125 mm
Filter size
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52 mm
Weight
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2.9 kg
below average below average

Angle of view

Wide horizontal
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6.9°
below average below average
Telephoto horizontal
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6.9°
above average above average
Wide vertical
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4.6°
below average below average
Telephoto vertical
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4.6°
above average above average
Wide diagonal
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8.2°
below average below average
Telephoto diagonal
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8.2°
above average above average

Angle of view (On Nikon DX APS-C 1.5x crop cameras)

Wide horizontal
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4.5°
below average below average
Telephoto horizontal
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4.5°
above average above average
Wide vertical
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below average below average
Telephoto vertical
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above average above average
Wide diagonal
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5.4°
below average below average
Telephoto diagonal
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5.4°
above average above average

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