Nikon Inc
Nikon AF-S VR Zoom-NIKKOR 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6G IF-ED camera lens
Telephoto zoom covering 70-300mm with vibration reduction, ED glass and quiet AF-S focus for wildlife, sports and distant subjects
- TypeZoom Lens
- CompatibilityMirrorless Camera
- ColorBlack
- FeaturesImage Stabilization
- Vibration reduction delivers up to 4 stops of compensation for sharp handheld telephoto shots
- ED glass element reduces chromatic aberration for improved contrast and color accuracy
- AF-S motor provides fast, quiet autofocus with instant manual override for precise control
- Lightweight 745g design with balanced zoom control eases extended wildlife and sports shooting
- Includes 3-piece 67mm filter kit, cleaning kit, pouch and cap keeper for immediate use
Telephoto zoom for distant subjects
The Nikon AF-S VR 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6G IF-ED covers a 70-300mm focal range suited to wildlife, sports and long-distance scenes. Its AF-S motor provides fast, quiet autofocus with manual override for precise control during fast action. Vibration reduction delivers up to 4 stops of compensation for sharper handheld shots at telephoto lengths. One extra-low dispersion glass element reduces chromatic aberration and improves contrast and colour accuracy.
Included accessories extend protection
The bundle adds a 3-piece 67mm filter kit for creative effects and lens protection, plus a deluxe cleaning kit to maintain optical clarity. A 6-inch lens pouch and cap keeper safeguard the barrel and caps during transport and storage. The supplied HB-36 hood reduces flare, while the LF-4 rear cap and snap-on front cap seal the optics when not in use. The CL-1022 flexible pouch offers additional padded carry convenience.
Variable aperture limits low-light reach
The maximum aperture narrows from f/4.5 at 70mm to f/5.6 at 300mm, restricting light gathering at the long end and making indoor or dusk shooting more difficult without higher ISO. Vibration reduction helps but cannot freeze subject motion. The lens lacks a constant-aperture design, so exposure shifts while zooming. Photographers needing faster telephoto performance or wider maximum apertures will need a different optic.
Highlights
- Vibration reduction delivers up to 4 stops of compensation for sharp handheld telephoto shots
- ED glass element reduces chromatic aberration for improved contrast and color accuracy
- AF-S motor provides fast, quiet autofocus with instant manual override for precise control
- Lightweight 745g design with balanced zoom control eases extended wildlife and sports shooting
- Includes 3-piece 67mm filter kit, cleaning kit, pouch and cap keeper for immediate use
Specifications
| Type | Zoom Lens |
|---|---|
| Compatibility | Mirrorless Camera |
| Color | Black |
| Brand | Nikon |
| Model | Nikon AF-S VR Zoom-NIKKOR 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6G IF-ED |
| Features | Image Stabilization |
Questions about this item
Will the AF-S focus motor or VR mechanism need servicing after heavy use?
The lens uses a built-in Silent Wave Motor and VR unit; Nikon does not publish a service interval, so treat it as maintenance-free unless performance drops.
What optical limit appears first when shooting continuously at 300 mm f/5.6?
Diffraction and the variable maximum aperture of f/5.6 at the long end reduce sharpness before any thermal or mechanical limit is reached.
How much heat or noise does the VR system generate during all-day handheld shooting?
VR runs silently and adds negligible warmth; the barrel stays near ambient temperature even after hours of continuous vibration-reduction operation.
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