A super telephoto distinguished by its fast design, the Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 300mm f/2.8G ED VR II is further characterized by its advanced optical layout, fast focusing, and image stabilization. Well-suited for sports and wildlife photography, the bright f/2.8 maximum aperture suits working in a variety of lighting conditions and also promotes working with shallow depth of field and selective focus techniques. The optical design includes three extra-low dispersion elements, which help to minimize chromatic aberrations and color fringing in order to gain higher clarity and color accuracy. Both Nano Crystal and Super Integrated Coatings have also been applied to reduce flare and ghosting for greater contrast and color rendering. Complementing the optics, this lens also sports a Silent Wave Motor for fast and accurate autofocus along with VR II image stabilization to minimize the appearance of camera shake by three stops.

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Super telephoto prime is designed for FX-format F-mount cameras, however can also be used with DX models where it will provide a 450mm equivalent focal length.

Impressively bright f/2.8 maximum aperture excels in difficult lighting conditions and also enables extensive control over depth of field for isolating subjects using selective focus techniques.

Three extra-low dispersion elements greatly reduce color fringing and chromatic aberrations in order to produce greater clarity and color accuracy.

Both a Nano Crystal Coat and a Super Integrated Coating have 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. An internal focusing design is also used, where only the internal lens groups are moved during focusing, to maintain the overall length of the lens during use and to promote faster focusing speeds.

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.

Removable, rotating tripod collar benefits working with the lens atop a tripod or monopod.

Rounded nine-blade diaphragm promotes a pleasing out of focus quality that benefits the use of shallow depth of field and selective focus techniques.

Compatible with optional AF-S Teleconverter TC-14, TC-17, and TC-20 teleconverters.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Will this lens work with the Nikon TC-14EII teleconverter on a D7100?

A: The Nikon AF-S 300mm f/2.8 VR II is compatible with the TC-14E II without limitations, and they could be used together on the D7100.

Q: 2. Will this lens fit in the Nikon CL-L1 case?

A: Yes this lens fits in the CL-L1.

Q: 3. Does this item come with a lens good?

A: Yes, the Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 300mm f/2.8G ED VR II Lens comes with the Nikon HK-30 Lens Hood (Slip-On) for 200-400mm f/4 & 300mm f/2.8 VR Lenses.

Q: 4. Can a third party 52mm filter be used on this lens?

A: I have not bought any filters for this lens. If you have a $5,500 lens, why try to save money by buying another filter that may not work, and could damage the lens? Good luck with this great lens.

Q: 5. Does this lens have internal focusing, IF?

A: Yes.

Q: 6. how long is the warranty on this lens?

A: The unit comes with the following. Limited 1-Year Warranty you can also extended it by taking advantage of our all-state protection plan.

Q: 7. What are the differences between version VR I and version VR II of this lens?

A: The NIKKOR 300mm f/2.8G ED VR II lens has one stop more of VR stabilization than the previous VR I, and the M/A autofocus mode was added.

Q: 8. How does one protect the front element of this lens if there is no provision for a screw in UV filter?

A: Hi John. The Nikkor 300mm f2.8 lens is quite large at the distal end 5 to 6 inches in diameter, too large for a screw on UV protective filter like I use on my other lenses. Nikon includes a lens shroud to put at the end of the lens which keeps out most foreign objects but does not protect from dust or from directly touching the lens. When not in use you can store the lens in its Nikon included case or leave it on your camera in a bag big enough to accommodate it like a PortaBrace bag that has lots of protective padding. Hope this helps. Matt

Q: 9. Will this mount on a Nikkon D90 camera?Are there accessories to convert to 400 mm or 600 mm?

A: The Nikon AF-S 300mm f/2.8 is fully compatible with the Nikon D90. The lens would also be compatible with the Nikon TC-14E II 1.4X (B&H # NITC14E2), TC-17E II 1.7X (B&H # NITC17E2), and TC-20E III 2X teleconverters (NITC20E3).

Q: 10. Is this lens compatible with the Nikon Z9?

A: This lens is compatible with the Z9 but you'll need the FTZ II adapter. https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1669887-REG/nikon_niftz2_ftz_ii_mount_adapter.html?sts=pi