Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 300mm f/2.8G ED VR II
$2,389/ $5,499.95
Specifications
Basic Information
Mount
F - Nikon
Announced Date
December 10, 2009
Release Date
January 2010
MSRP At Launch
$5,899 USD
MSRP Now
$5,499.95 USD
MPB Max Price
$2,389 USD
Weight
2.9 kg
Dimensions
Length267.5mm
Diameter124mm
Optics
Lens Type
Prime
Focal Length
300mm
Image Circle Size
Full-frame
Minimum Focus Distance
7.55ft / 2.30m
Number of Elements
11
Number of Element Groups
8
Has Diffractive Optics
No
Aperture
Maximum Aperture
f/2.8
Minimum Aperture
f/22
Number of Diaphragm Blades
9
Has Rounded Diaphragm Blades
Yes
Focus
Has Autofocus
Yes
Focus Motor Type
Silent Wave Motor
Has AF/MF Switch
Yes
Has Focus Limiter
Yes
Has Focus Recall Button
Yes
Has Focus Ring
Yes
Has Internal Focus
Yes
Front Element Rotates
No
Stabilization
Has Image Stabilization
Yes
Has Stabilization Switch
Yes
CIPA Stabilization Rating Stops
4 stops
Build & Controls
Mount Material
Metal
Has Weather Sealing
Yes
Number of Function Buttons
1
Filters
Accepts Filter Types
Rear Drop-in
Drop In Filter Size
52mm
Accessories
Has Lens Hood
Yes
Has Tripod Collar/Lens Foot
Yes
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