Lens Summary
Brand: Nikon
Also Known As: Nikon 300mm f/2.8G ED VR II
Lens Type: Prime Lens
Format: Full Frame / FX
Focus: Autofocus
Lens Mount: Nikon F
Release Date: 2009-12-10
MSRP Price: $5899
Made in: Japan
Infrared Rating: Good
Production Status: In Production
Lens Description: Professional, fast-aperture super telephoto lens, now enhanced with Nikon VR II image stabilization and featuring Nano Crystal Coat, is an ideal choice for sports photography, live performance shooting, wildlife and more.
Photography Life Review Summary: Is it a perfect lens? I would almost say “yes”, except there is one little thing I did not like about the 300mm barrel design. Since I shoot hand-held a lot, I found it a little inconvenient that the lens focus ring is so large and too close to the tripod collar, which leaves very little space to hold the lens with the left hand. I don’t know if I’m just very used to the Nikon 200-400mm, but I kept on accidentally touching the focus ring with my thumb and index filters a lot, which messed up my focus several times in the field. The focus ring is not very useful for wildlife photography, because most photographers rely on the autofocus system and only get to use manual focus in rare situations. Aside from this particular issue, I have nothing else to complain about – the lens is truly a work of art and deserves a spot in the hall of fame of best lenses. Read the full Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 300mm f/2.8G ED VR II Review by Photography Life.
Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 300mm f/2.8G ED VR II Specifications
| Lens Specifications | |
|---|---|
| * Supplied accessories may differ depending on country or area | |
| Lens Type | Prime Lens |
| Focal Length | 300mm |
| Mount Type | Nikon F |
| Format | Full Frame / FX |
| Compatible Format(s) | FX, DX, FX in DX Crop Mode, 35 mm Film |
| Compatible with Teleconverters | Yes |
| Maximum Reproduction Ratio | 0.16x |
| Vibration Reduction (Image Stabilization) | Yes |
| Aperture Information | |
| Aperture Ring | No |
| Maximim Aperture | f/2.8 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/22 |
| Maximum Angle of View (APS-C or smaller format) | 5°20' |
| Maximum Angle of View (Full frame or larger format) | 8°10' |
| Optical Information | |
| Lens Elements | 11 |
| Lens Groups | 8 |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 |
| Extra-Low Dispersion Glass Elements | 3 |
| Nano Crystal Coat | Yes |
| Super Integrated Coat (SIC) | Yes |
| Focus Information | |
| Focus | Autofocus |
| Built-in Focus Motor | Yes |
| Silent Wave Motor (SWM) | Yes |
| Internal Focusing | Yes |
| Minimum Focus Distance | 7.5 ft. (2.3m)7.22.2 |
| Focus Mode Switch | Auto, Manual, Auto/Manual |
| G-type | Yes |
| Distance Information | Yes |
| Filter Information | |
| Filter Size | 52mm |
| Accepts Filter Type | Slip-in |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Weather / Dust Sealing | Yes |
| Mount Material | Metal |
| Tripod Collar | Yes |
| Dimensions | (Approx.) 4.9x10.5 in. (Diameter x Length) 124x267.5mm (Diameter x Length) |
| Weight | (Approx.) 102.3 oz. (2900g) |
| Other Information | |
| Available in Colors | Black |
| Supplied Accessories | 52mm filter holder, 52mm Nikon NC Filter, LN-1 strap, HK-30 Slip-on lens hood, CL-L1 semi-soft case, Slip-on Front lens cover, Rear lens cap |
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Optimum aperture for sharpness
May I ask what aperture settings did you find the 300 mm f 2.8 to be the sharpest with the lest amount of distortion and light aberration ?
Thank you.