The Nikon 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6G IF-ED AF-S VR is a high-performance super telephoto zoom lens that has been designed to meet the demands of both digital and 35mm format SLR users. It offers a 4.3x zoom with a range of 70-300mm (equivalent 105-450mm on a DX Nikon D-SLR) and features ED (Extra-low Dispersion) glass elements that ensure superior optical performance.

This lens incorporates Nikon's second-generation vibration reduction system (VR II) that allows flexible hand-held shooting by stabilizing the image to the equivalent extent of using a shutter speed that is four stops faster when compared with a conventional lens. The SWM (Silent Wave Motor) and IF (Internal Focusing) ensure fast and quiet focusing action, and the nine-blade rounded diaphragm makes out-of-focus elements blend smoothly to produce natural-looking, harmonious backgrounds.

• Silent Wave Motor

SWM (Silent Wave Motor) enables quiet automatic focusing with quick and convenient switching between autofocus and manual operation.

• Internal Focusing

IF (Internal Focusing) design for fixed lens length and non-rotating front element allows the use of circular polarizing filters and lens-mounted flash accessories.

• Vibration Reduction System

VR II offers the equivalent stability of a shutter speed that is 4 stops faster. Normal Mode counters hand-held vibration and Active Mode reduces mechanically-induced vibrations.

• ED Glass

Two ED glass elements minimize chromatic aberration across the entire zoom range while ensuring high resolution and contrast.

• Rounded Diaphragm

9-blade rounded diaphragm makes out-of-focus elements blend together smoothly for natural-looking backgrounds.