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Nikon 28-300mm f/3.5-5.6G ED-IF AF-S VR II Lens, USA
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Nikon 28-300mm f/3.5-5.6G ED-IF AF-S VR II (Vibration Reduction) Wide Angle Telephoto Zoom Nikkor Lens - USA Warranty

SKU: NK28300U MFR: 2191
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About this item

An ideal lens for FX-format D-SLRs, featuring a 10.7X zoom, close focus to 18" at every focal length and VR II image stabilization

What's Included With This Item

  • HB-50 Bayonet Lens Hood
  • LC-77 Snap-on Front Lens Cap
  • LF-1 Rear Lens Cap
  • - CL-1120 Ballistic Nylon Soft Lens Case
  • Nikon USA 5 Year Warranty

Summary of Customer Reviews

Customers most agreed on the following attributes:
Pros:
Fast / accurate auto-focus (64) , Consistent output (57) , Durable (57) , Strong construction (50) , Easily interchangeable (44) , Rugged (36) , Nice bokeh (22) , Lightweight (16) , Versatile (2) , 28-300mm (1) , 28mm lock for travel (1) , All around (1) , All in one travel lens (1) , All purpose photography (1) , An excellent lens (1) , An old man's lens (1) , Average bokeh (1) , Close focusing (1) , Easy focus (1) , Easy to hand hold (1)
Cons:
Heavy (35) , Lens creep (7) , Poor in low light (5) , Slow focus (5) , A little slow (1) , Architecturedistortion (1) , Barrel distortion (1) , Big (1) , Big lens (1) , Blurry focus (1) , Distortion moderate (1) , Few minor focus issues (1) , Heavy / bulky (1) , Lens hood mount (1) , Limited in low light (1) , Lots of distortion (1) , No complaints (1) , Slight distortion (1) , Slow VR (1) , Strange cracking noise (1)
Best Uses:
Landscape/scenery (59) , Wildlife photos (49) , Sports/action (32) , Weddings (23) , Low light (16) , Macro photography (16) , Night photography (9) , Travel (5) , Video (3) , 28 - 300 general purpose (1) , 70-300mm (1) , All around general use (1) , Daylight (1) , Everything in good light (1) , General purpose (1) , Good all around lens (1) , Good walk around lens (1) , Great general purpose len (1) , Great walk around lens (1) , Indoor and outdoor (1)
Reviewer Profile:
Photo enthusiast (39) , Semi-pro photographer (31) , Pro photographer (9) , Casual photographer (3)

Key Features

  • Versatile 10.7x FX-format zoom lens with ED glass and VR II image stabilization Versatile zoom lens offers a broad focal length range that's perfect for travel,landscapes, portraits and distant subjects.
  • Optimized for edge to edge sharpness on both FX and DX-format D-SLRs DX-format D-SLR angle of view is equivalent to a focal length of 42-450mm in FX/35mm format.
  • Nikon VR II (Vibration Reduction) Image Stabilization Vibration Reduction, engineered specifically for each VR NIKKOR lens, enables handheld shooting at up to 4 shutter speeds slower than would otherwise be possible, assuring dramatically sharper still images and video capture.
  • 2 Extra-low Dispersion (ED) Elements Offers superior sharpness and color correction by effectively minimizing chromatic aberration, even at the widest aperture settings.
  • 3 Aspherical Lens Elements Virtually eliminates coma and other aberrations, even at wide apertures.
  • Exclusive Nikon Silent Wave Motor (SWM) Enables fast, accurate and quiet autofocus
  • M/A Focus Mode Switch Enables quick changes between manual and autofocus operation.
  • Internal Focus (IF) Provides fast and quiet autofocus without changing the length of the lens, retaining working distance throughout the focus range.
  • Nikon Super Integrated Coating (SIC) Enhances light transmission efficiency and offers superior color consistency andreduced flare.
  • Zoom Lock Switch Secures the lens barrel at its minimum focal length preventing the lens from extending during transport.
  • Focus to 18 inches at any focal length Extends versatility
  • Rounded 9-Blade Diaphragm Renders more natural appearance of out-of-focus image areas.

Technical Specs

Mount Type Nikon F-Bayonet
F stop range 3.5 - 22
Angle of View (DX-format) Maximum 53° / Minimum 5° 20'
Angle of View (FX-format) Maximum 74° / Minimum 8° 10'
Maximum Reproduction Ratio 0.32x
Construction 19 Groups / 14 Elements
Compatible Format(s) FX - DX - FX in DX Crop Mode - 35mm Film
VR (Vibration Reduction) Image Yes
Diaphragm Blades 9
Distance Information Yes
ED Glass (Elements) 2
Aspherical (Elements) 3
Super Integrated Coating Yes
Autofocus Yes
AF-S (Silent Wave Motor) Yes
Internal Focusing Yes
Closest Focusing Distance 1.6 ft. (0.5m) throughout entire zoom range
Filter Size 77mm
Dimensions Diameter x Length) Approx: 3.26x4.5 in. / 83x114.5mm
Weight (Approx.)28.2 oz. (800g)
Lens Case CL-1120
Lens Hood HB-50