Nikon 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED-IF AF-S VR Zoom Nikkor Lens for Nikon Digital SLR Cameras

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Batteries Included: 0 Binding: Electronics Brand: Nikon EAN: 0182080216110 Feature: 70-300mm telephoto zoom lens with f/4.5-5.6 maximum aperture for Nikon digital SLR cameras Is Autographed: 0 Is Fragile: 0 Is Memorabilia: 0 Label: Nikon Manufacturer: Nikon Maximum Focal Length: 300 Minimum Focal Length: 70 Model: 2161 Optical Zoom: 4.3 Publisher: Nikon Release Date: 2006-10-25 Studio: Nikon
Features 70-300mm telephoto zoom lens with f/4.5-5.6 maximum aperture for Nikon digital SLR cameras Vibration Reduction (VRII) minimizes effects of camera shake to produce sharper images 2 Extra-Low Dispersion (ED) glass elements delivers super contrast and resolution performance Internal Focus (IF) system provides fast and quiet autofocusing; 4.9-feet close focus range Measures 3.1 inches in diameter and 5.6 inches long; weighs 26.3 ounces; 5-year warranty
Accessories 3-Year Extended Service Plan - Covers Electronic Items $501-$1000 - Repair Tiffen 67mm Circular Polarizer Tiffen 67mm UV Protection Filter Tiffen 67mm Photo Essentials Filter Kit Sima Capkeeper 2 for SLRs and Digital SLRs
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Editorial Reviews: The AF-S VR 70-300 f/4.5-5.6G IF-ED 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 (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 (as determined by Nikon performance test). 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.
Spotlight customer reviews: Customer Rating: Summary: Very nice lense but it's a little heavy... Comment: I recommend this lens. I have been using it for few months now and I am very satisfied with it. It's heavy if you want to cary it the whole day in a long walk. It's very sharp up to 200mm and sharp enough at 300mm. I can't always blame the lense as I shoot very far objects and the haze make the picture look a little hazy (I haven't used UV filters with it yet; they are still on the way to be delivered). Buy this lense now if you really need it or wait for the AF-S version of 80-400mm VR if you can wait maybe few month or maybe a year (or even more - just an estimation about its release in 2009/2010 but it will be at least 3 times the price of this one). If your budget is around few hundred bucks, trust me, this lens is the one if you need telephoto ranges on a DX body! Customer Rating: Summary: Outstanding Lens for the Price Comment: The product was exactly as described and well worth the price. If you shoot outside sports photography - this is the lens that will deliver quality results at a great price. Working with my Nikon D80 SLR from the football sidelines, I could take excellent action shots and closeups, even from the other side of the field. The product also was packed well, shipped promptly and arrived in excellent shape when promised. It was the most expensive product I have ever purchased from Amazon and I would do so again in the future based on this experience. Customer Rating: Summary: Great lens Comment: The Nikon 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED-IF AF-S VR Zoom Nikkor Lens for Nikon Digital SLR Cameras is fantastic. I have a Nikon D-100 camera. I took pictures of the two shuttles on their pads this weekend and they were great. From 3 miles away the shuttles look like they are just across the road. Customer Rating: Summary: 300mm zoom lens Comment: This lens does a fine job of bring in a good photo of a distance object. Just what the doctor order!! Customer Rating: Summary: Great lens Comment: This is an amazing lens, considering I payed only $455 for it. Sharpness is very good throughout the range accept 300mm. VR feature comes in quite handy and helps in many situations. All in all great product and great deal. More Reviews