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Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 55-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR Lens

BH #NI55300GAF • MFR #2197
Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 55-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR Lens
Key Features
  • F-Mount Lens/DX Format
  • 82.5-450mm (35mm Equivalent)
  • Aperture Range: f/4.5 to f/22
  • Two ED Elements and One HRI Element
Spanning a long-reaching range, the AF-S DX NIKKOR 55-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR is an 82.5-450mm-equivalent telephoto zoom for DX-format Nikon DSLRs. Its optical design feature of pair of extra-low dispersion elements along with one high refractive index element, which help to reduce both chromatic and spherical aberrations in order to realize a high degree of sharpness and clarity. A Super Integrated Coating has also been applied to control flare and ghosting in order to increase contrast and color accuracy when working in harsh lighting conditions. Benefitting the lens's long reach is Vibration Reduction, which compensates for up to three stops of camera shake to promote sharper handheld imagery. Additionally, a Silent Wave Motor is also featured to provide fast and near-silent autofocus performance and full-time manual focus adjustment override.
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Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 55-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED V... Overview

Spanning a long-reaching range, the AF-S DX NIKKOR 55-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR is an 82.5-450mm-equivalent telephoto zoom for DX-format Nikon DSLRs. Its optical design feature of pair of extra-low dispersion elements along with one high refractive index element, which help to reduce both chromatic and spherical aberrations in order to realize a high degree of sharpness and clarity. A Super Integrated Coating has also been applied to control flare and ghosting in order to increase contrast and color accuracy when working in harsh lighting conditions. Benefitting the lens's long reach is Vibration Reduction, which compensates for up to three stops of camera shake to promote sharper handheld imagery. Additionally, a Silent Wave Motor is also featured to provide fast and near-silent autofocus performance and full-time manual focus adjustment override.

Telephoto zoom is designed for DX-format Nikon F-mount cameras and provides an 82.5-450mm equivalent focal length.
One high refractive index element is used to reduce spherical aberrations, field curvature, and distortion in order to realize sharp imagery with accurate rendering.
Two extra-low dispersion elements greatly reduce color fringing and chromatic aberrations in order to produce greater clarity and color accuracy.
A Super Integrated Coating has been applied to individual elements to suppress internal reflections, flare, and ghosting for improved contrast and color accuracy when working in strong lighting conditions.
Silent Wave Motor affords quick, quiet, and precise autofocus performance along with full-time manual focus override.
VR II (Vibration Reduction) image stabilization helps to minimize the appearance of camera shake by three stops to benefit shooting handheld in difficult lighting conditions.
Rounded nine-blade diaphragm promotes a pleasing out of focus quality that benefits the use of shallow depth of field and selective focus techniques.

Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 55-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED V...Specs

Focal Length
55 to 300mm (35mm Equivalent: 82.5 to 450mm)
Maximum Aperture
f/4.5 to 5.6
Minimum Aperture
f/22
Lens Mount
Nikon F
Lens Format Coverage
APS-C
Angle of View
28° 50' to 5° 20'
Minimum Focus Distance
4.59' / 1.4 m
Maximum Magnification
0.28x
Optical Design
17 Elements in 11 Groups
Diaphragm Blades
9, Rounded
Focus Type
Autofocus
Image Stabilization
Yes
Filter Size
58 mm (Front)
Dimensions (ø x L)
3.01 x 4.84" / 76.5 x 123 mm
Weight
1.28 lb / 580 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
1.94 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
9.6 x 5.05 x 4.95"

Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 55-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED V... Reviews

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At 300mm, what is the chromatic aberration level ...

At 300mm, what is the chromatic aberration level that appears around objects?
Asked by: Andrew
This lens has minimal chromatic aberration when zoomed to 300mm.
Answered by: Rob
Date published: 2020-06-16

Does this lens come with the same accessories ...

Does this lens come with the same accessories (i.e. lens cap) listed on the Nikon website?
Asked by: Silas
It came with the original factory lens cap
Answered by: Anonymous
Date published: 2019-12-20

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Is this lens compatible with Nikon D3000?
Asked by: Anonymous
is this lens compatible whith nikon D5600 ?
Answered by: RUBENS
Date published: 2019-10-31

Is this lens compatible with a Nikon D90?

Is this lens compatible with a Nikon D90?
Asked by: Barbara
Yes, that is my camera too.
Answered by: Anonymous
Date published: 2019-08-14

Is this lens compatible with Nikon D7000?

Is this lens compatible with Nikon D7000?
Asked by: James
Yes it is compatible with the D7000, just checked the website.
Answered by: Anonymous
Date published: 2019-05-15

compatible with D750?

compatible with D750?
Asked by: James
This lens only covers an APS-C Sized Sensor. The D750 is a full frame camera. You could use this lens with the D750, but it will be in a Cropped Mode and not make usage of the entire sensor of the camera.
Answered by: Joseph
Date published: 2019-04-11

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Where is it made? China or Thailand?
Asked by: truc n.
China
Answered by: David V.
Date published: 2018-08-28

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Does this refurbished lens come with front and back caps?
Asked by: Chen
Yes, it comes with the front and back caps.
Answered by: Dennis A L.
Date published: 2018-08-28
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