AF-S VR Zoom-Nikkor 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6G IF-ED (4.3x)

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A High-performance telephoto zoom lens that combines Nikon’s most advanced features and specifications with remarkable value.

2006 Release

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Main Features

4.3x, 70-300mm telephoto zoom (picture angle, when used with Nikon DX format digital SLRs is equivalent to a 105-450mm on a 35mm format SLR)
The VRII minimizes camera shake by offering the equivalent of a shutter speed 4 stops faster. Normal and Active modes are available
Two ED glass elements
The SWM enables fast and quiet autofocusing, and smooth switching between autofocus and manual operation
Two focus modes are available — M/A and M
The IF design provides a constant lens length and eliminates rotation of the front lens element, facilitating the use of circular polarizing filters
Nine-blade rounded diaphragm opening

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Camera:		Nikon D200

Focal length:		155mm (The picture angle is equivalent to a 233mm lens in 35mm format.)

Shutter Speed:		1/160 second

Aperture:		f/5

Sensitivity:		ISO100
How does the VRII work?

Specifications



Lens construction		17 elements in 12 groups (two ED glass elements)

Picture angle		34°20’ - 8°10’ [22°50’ - 5°20’ with Nikon digital cameras (Nikon DX format)]

Focal-length scale		70, 100, 135, 200, 300mm

Number of diaphragm blades		9 (rounded)

Minimum f stop		32-40

Closest focusing distance		1.5m (4.9 ft.) (through the entire zoom range)

Maximum reproduction ratio		1/4

Zoom control		Manual, via separate zoom ring

Macro focusing		N/A

Focus-limit switch		N/A

M/A mode		Available

Focus lock button		N/A

Weight (approx.):		745g

Dimensions (approx.) (from the camera’s lens mounting flange)		80 x 143.5mm

Lens cap		Snap-on

Lens hood		HB-36

Lens case		CL-1022

Tripod collar		N/A

External front filter attachment frame		Does not rotate

External front filter		N/A

Slip-on filter		N/A

Built-in/rear filter		N/A

Circular polarizing filter II		Usable, even with dedicated Lens Hood HB-36

Infrared compensation scale		Available

Supplied accessories		67mm Snap-on front lens cap (LC-67), Rear lens cap (LF-1), Bayonet hood (HB-36), Flexible lens pouch (CL-1022)

Optional accessories		67mm screw-in filters

Aperture ring		N/A

Distance scale		Does have
Note: VR operation works with the Nikon F6, F5, F100, F80, F75, F65, D3, D700, D2-series, D1-series, D300, D200, D100, D90, D80, D70-series, D60, D50 and D40-series.

MTF Chart

Wide	Tele

: Aspherical lens elements	: Super ED glass elements
: ED glass elements