Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 55-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR Zoom Lens USA
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The Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 55-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR Zoom Lens is a compact 5.5x zoom lens for DX-format D-SLR cameras. Its equivalent focal length in FX-format is 82.5-450mm. This lens is an excellent choice for travel, landscapes, portraits, and distant subjects. The lens focuses to 4.6' at every focal length - this versatility ensures stunning close-up shots of subjects near and far.
The VR II image stabilization allows you to handhold the camera at up to 4 shutter speeds slower than would otherwise be possible, assuring dramatically sharper still images and stable video capture. Other features include the silent wave motor for quiet accurate autofocusing, and a rounded 9-blade diaphragm that offers stunning out-of-focus highlights (bokeh). The lens elements have been treated with Nikon's Super Integrated Coating - an optical lens coating process that maximizes light transmission while enhancing clarity and contrast. All of these world-class features add up to the AF-S 55-300 being an ideal lens for traveling or shooting close to home.
- 5.5x Telephoto Zoom Lens
- Ideal for capturing distant subjects at athletic events, family pictures, dramatic sunsets, travel and more. Angle of view equivalent to a focal length of 82.5 to 450mm in FX/35mm format D-SLR.
- Nikon VR II Image Stabilization
- Vibration Reduction, engineered specifically for each VR NIKKOR lens, enables handheld shooting at up to 4 shutter speeds slower than would otherwise be possible, assuring dramatically sharper still images and video capture.
- Tripod Detection Mode
- Reduces vibration that may occur due to shutter release when mounted on a tripod.
- HRI (High Refractive Index) Lens Element
- HRI lens element is essential to keeping the lens compact while offering high contrast even at maximum aperture.
- 2 Extra-low Dispersion (ED) Elements
- Effectively minimizes chromatic aberration, even at the widest aperture settings.
- Exclusive Nikon Silent Wave Motor (SWM)
- Enables fast, accurate and quiet autofocus.
- Nikon Super Integrated Coating (SIC)
- Enhances light transmission efficiency and offers superior color consistency and reduces flare.
- Rounded 9-Blade Diaphragm
- Renders more natural appearance of out-of-focus image areas.
- Focus to 4.6' at Any Focal Length
- This extends the versatility of this lens
Go To
| Performance | |
|---|---|
| Focal Length | 55 - 300 mm |
| Aperture |
Maximum: f/4.5 - 5.6 Minimum: f/22 |
| Camera Mount Type | Nikon F |
| Format Compatibility |
Nikon DX FX in DX Crop Mode |
| Angle of View | 28° - 5° |
| Minimum Focus Distance | 4.6' (1.40 m) |
| Magnification | 0.28x |
| Maximum Reproduction Ratio | 1:3.57 |
| Groups/Elements | 11/17 |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 |
| Features | |
|---|---|
| Image Stabilization | Yes |
| Autofocus | Yes |
| Tripod Collar | No |
| Physical | |
|---|---|
| Filter Thread | 58 mm |
| Dimensions (DxL) | Approx. 3.0 x 4.8" (7.62 x 12.19 cm) |
| Weight | 18.7 oz (530 g) |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 336 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
98%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Easy to use (266)
- Improves picture quality (177)
- Compact (106)
- Interfaces well with camcorder (18)
- Lightweight (10)
Cons
- Heavy / bulky (15)
- Slow autofocus (6)
- Poor clarity (4)
- Poor in low light (4)
- Heavy (3)
Best Uses
- Shooting outdoors (249)
- Upgrade (68)
- Close up filming (62)
- Shooting indoors (60)
- Panoramic filming (28)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Tech savvy (123), Parent (71), Technically challenged (41), Film professional (14), Photo enthusiast (13)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (290), Yes (37)
Most Liked Positive Review
Excellent lens ... excellent service
I am extremely satisfied with my new lens ... I used it to photograph New Years fireworks at the Space Needle and they were wonderful.
More than that, I would like to compli...Read complete review
I am extremely satisfied with my new lens ... I used it to photograph New Years fireworks at the Space Needle and they were wonderful.
More than that, I would like to compliment B&H for their service. I had ordered the lens with another vendor who told me that the lens was back ordered but a shipment was coming in the following Monday ... I did not get a lens with that shipment and was told I would wait until mid-January.
I went to the B&H site and the company offered free overnight shipping and I got the lens two days before Christmas.
I am unlikely to deal with any other photo vendor in the future.
Chris Fruitrich
Seattle
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Most Liked Negative Review
does the job
the quality is not there.Not up to Nikon standards.fits well on camera.focal good. Not the smooth action usualy found with Nikon.seems to work well, pictures clear.. good for the price..
the quality is not there.Not up to Nikon standards.fits well on camera.focal good. Not the smooth action usualy found with Nikon.seems to work well, pictures clear.. good for the price..
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Pros
- Crisp Image
- Easy To Use
- Improves Picture Quality
Cons
- Slow auto-focus
Best Uses
- Portraits
- Shooting Outdoors
Comments about Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 55-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR Zoom Lens:
I give this product five stars because for what it is and the quality line it comes from, it is excellent! Images are crystal clear. This is the best part of this lens. Auto focus is a bit slow and at times is not able to pick up the focus at all; that's a bit of a "drag"! :) I haven't had too much time to play with it yet, but I used it in portraiture, and the pictures were crisp and clear, with a nice bokeh. I plan to use it for wildlife as well, and I am expecting great results.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Comments about Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 55-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR Zoom Lens:
Shopped around for an affordable zoom lens for my D7000, decided on this one and I could not be happier. Sharpness is good at 300mm and the VR works great for the long shots. I still recomend shooting atleast 1/500 sec if shooting at 300mm.
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Pros
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
- Upgrade
Comments about Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 55-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR Zoom Lens:
I purchased this lense a month ago to add to the stock 55-80 lense my Nikon D3100 came with. This lense is the same manufacture as the stock lense and fits/works perfectly.
I am very pleased with my decision to purchase. The zoom is truly amazing and the pictures are crisp and clear. However, zooming in to the highest setting makes for grainier pictures which is normal for lenses costing under several thousand dollars.
I am not a professional photographer, but did want a camera/lense combo that I could use at any time. My Nikon D3100 SLR, 55-80 and 55-300 lense certainly do the job. You will not be disappointed if you purchase this lense.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Cheap
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Great Zoom
- Improves Picture Quality
Cons
- None
Best Uses
- Landscapescenery
- Panoramic Filming
- Shooting Outdoors
Comments about Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 55-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR Zoom Lens:
I use this lens on a day to day basis for general photography. I take classes through my school and it has helped me greatly with my projects. It has the powerful zoom with great clarity even at full zoom. The only thing that isnt so good is it takes a while to focus sometimes but thats expected from such a big lens.
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
- Shooting Indoors
- Shooting Outdoors
Comments about Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 55-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR Zoom Lens:
Nice and light weight compared to the simlar Sigma product.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Improves Picture Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Shooting Outdoors
- Upgrade
Comments about Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 55-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR Zoom Lens:
I bought this lens for my vacation in Southern India and was not disappointed! The color and quality of my photographs look beautiful. I was pleased with the overall speed. The only con would be that it can be a bit heavy once on the camera, so if you're shooting indoors or outdoors in low light, it's a bit difficult to avoid a slight blur.
Definitely recommend this lens to anyone looking to upgrade their kit lens.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Pros
- Easy To Use
- Improves Picture Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Shooting Outdoors
Comments about Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 55-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR Zoom Lens:
With this lens you can take pictures fully zoomed with great sharpness, I love this zoom lens.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Improves Picture Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Shooting Outdoors
Comments about Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 55-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR Zoom Lens:
I am using this lens with my D7000 camera, results are awesome, light weight and clear image. I just have one recomendation, if you have tripod, use it, specially if you want to take pictures at full zoom (300), you will get better results.Delivered on Time : Trusted Seller !
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Improves Picture Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Shooting Outdoors
Comments about Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 55-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR Zoom Lens:
I love this lens! It is fast enough to capture spontaneous portraits and wildlife, with the benefit of the large focal range to get in close or take group portraits.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Improves Picture Quality
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 55-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR Zoom Lens:
Takes great zoom shots
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Improves Picture Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Close Up Filming
- Panoramic Filming
- Shooting Outdoors
- Upgrade
Comments about Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 55-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR Zoom Lens:
Very happy with my purchase.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Improves Picture Quality
- Interfaces Well With Camcorder
Cons
Best Uses
- Close Up Filming
- Shooting Outdoors
- Upgrade
Comments about Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 55-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR Zoom Lens:
Very satisfied with the customer support and how quickly the lens came in. Perfect condition and works great!
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Improves Picture Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Panoramic Filming
- Shooting Outdoors
Comments about Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 55-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR Zoom Lens:
A nice back-up zoom lens
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
- Shooting Outdoors
- Upgrade
Comments about Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 55-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR Zoom Lens:
This a great lens. Highly recommended.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Improves Picture Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Close Up Filming
Comments about Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 55-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR Zoom Lens:
I have used this just a couple of times but then I find this product great. Agreed that there are other Lenses that have a better focal but for the price, this lens is a great piece and it does help in making good portraits. I also assume it will help in outdoor photography too though I have not used it there yet. May be I will supplement this with my comments about that later.
I will also have to check this on low light.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
- Close Up Filming
- Shooting Indoors
- Shooting Outdoors
Comments about Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 55-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR Zoom Lens:
i only have this lens and the one that came with the d5100 body. i use this lens mostly. i'm just getting into photography so i'm sure i over use the big lens, but i still like it. i have no technical details about the lens, but i can tell you i have no complaints.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Good price value
- Great picture quality
Cons
- None
Best Uses
- Shooting Outdoors
Comments about Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 55-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR Zoom Lens:
used primarily for wildlife photography. focus motor is very quiet. pictures seem sharp.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Improves Picture Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Shooting Indoors
- Upgrade
Comments about Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 55-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR Zoom Lens:
I use this lens for my work on the photography busines and i recommend it and i recommend B&h for all the stuff in the comunication business like photgraphy and film! they always habe good price and the custumer service is very good. thank for exit because without you guys we would be loss.
some time people said, you may buy this on other web but maybe they dont gave to us the security that B&h offers to us.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
- Shooting Outdoors
Comments about Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 55-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR Zoom Lens:
I mostly use this lens to shoot whitewater rafting and kayaking. It is a great lens since it is compact enough to fit into a medium sized Pelican dry-box and produces really great images and gives me a wide range focal length. It is not so hot in low light situations but for my use I really have no major complaints.. The price is really reasonable!!!!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Improves Picture Quality
Cons
- No Increase In Performance
Best Uses
- Shooting Outdoors
Comments about Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 55-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR Zoom Lens:
This lens replaces a 55-300 without VR. Overall I find this lens to be much sharper than the non-VR lens. My only complaint is with the focus. It seems to get confused when focusing on an object in the distance, i.e., it won't settle down. This is a real drawback for sports or other action photography.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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