Nikon 300mm f/2.8G ED-IF II AF-S VR-II Telephoto NIKKOR Lens - Gray Market
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Nikon 300mm f/2.8G ED-IF II AF-S VR-II Telephoto NIKKOR Lens - Gray Market

SKU: NK30028

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Dan M : how long is the warranty on the Grey market lens?
Shopper : will this be over kill with my d7000 for fishing?JAMES S : Hello - In my opinion, It is a manageable lens for hand held shooting, but too big to be lugging around while your are doing someihing else. GREAT lens, though.

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2012-06-17T21:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Best lens i've ever used... period.

Expensive, but the best lens i've ever used without a doubt. Tack sharp and AF is spot on and it produces incredible bokeh. I use it with D4 and its an absolute dream of the lens. Only downside is the weight and carrying it around for 4-5hrs, but then again, i'm a 5' 7" skinny guy! For me, monopod is a must.

Khalid A.

2011-07-06T21:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Simply amazing, super sharp

I use this lens to photograph sports games and there is a reason why many pro sports photographers use it. It's incredibly sharp and the autofocus happens almost instantaneously. I use it with a D3s so low light capabilities are fantastic. I also purchased it with the Nikon 1.4x teleconverter and the results are equally amazing in good lighting conditions. Pair this with a good monopod and it's action photography bliss. The first time I got a good up-close look at the photos I had taken with it at a football practice game I almost fell out of my chair! I had been using the Nikon 70-200mm f/2.8 VRII lens before. While that lens certainly produced great results, the 300mm gets you closer to the action with even better sharpness, faster autofocus and subject to background seperation due to the beautiful bokeh. Bottom line if you're looking at this lens, you know why you need or want it. If you get it, you simply won't be disappointed.

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Nikon 300m F/2.8 Specifications

General

General

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  • Brand

    Nikon

  • MPN

    2186

  • Lens Series

    Nikon G

  • Color

    Black

  • Lens Type

    Telephoto

  • Lens Mount

    Nikon

  • Format Compatibility

    Full Frame

Focus

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  • Focus Type

    Auto Focus

  • Focusing Technology

    Inner Focusing

  • Closest Focus Distance

    AF: 90" / 230cm
    MF: 86.4" / 220cm

  • Distance Information

    N/A

  • Built-In Motor

    Yes

Optics

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  • Focal Length

    300mm

  • Angle Of View

    8 deg. 10 minutes / (5 deg. 20 minutes when used in DX Crop mode or with DX-format D-SLRs)

  • 35mm Equivalent Focal Length

    Not Applicable

  • Coverage

    N/A

  • Minimum Aperture

    f/22

  • Maximum Aperture

    f/2.8

  • Maximum Magnification

    1:6.1 (x 0.16)

  • Lens Coating

    N/A

  • Aspherical Elements

    N/A

  • ED Glass Elements

    N/A

  • Filter Size

    52mm

Construction

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  • Lens Elements / Groups

    11 Elements / 8 Groups

  • Diaphragm Blades

    N/A

  • Dimensions

    10.5" x 4.9" (267 x 124mm)

  • Weight

    102.3oz / 2900g

Features

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  • Image Stabilization Type

    VR

  • Tripod Collar

    N/A

  • Waterproof / Water Resistant

    N/A

  • Dust Resistant

    N/A

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About Nikon 300m F/2.8

FEATURED REVIEWS

Simply amazing, super sharp

By GONZALES-PHOTOG G.

I use this lens to photograph sports games and there is a reason why many pro sports photographers use it. It's incredibly sharp and the autofocus happens almost instantaneously. I use it with a D3s so low light capabilities are fantastic. I also purchased it with the Nikon 1.4x teleconverter and the results are equally amazing in good lighting conditions. Pair this with a good monopod and it's action photography bliss. The first time I got a good up-close look at the photos I had taken with ...

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AF-S NIKKOR 300mm f/2.8G ED VR II
The newly-improved AF-S NIKKOR 300mm f/2.8G ED VR II Super Telephoto enables spectacular photography, even in the most demanding conditions encountered by pros or passionate enthusiasts. Safeguarding the qualities that have, for decades, made this lens a natural choice for photographers specializing in fast-action sports, live entertainment, nature and wildlife and more, this newest edition of the 300mm f/2.8 NIKKOR features additional performance and handling enhancements.

Of course, a fast f/2.8 maximum aperture allows photographers to work in a wide variety of situations and offers the important ability to shoot at higher action-stopping shutter speeds and to more effectively obscure distracting backgrounds. But simply enabling these functions isn't nearly enough a NIKKOR Super Telephoto must provide necessary core functionality, along with genuinely superior image fidelity. Painstaking and experienced engineering, combined with the use of the finest raw materials, fuel "NIKKOR" optical performance. Unmistakable NIKKOR image quality can also be traced to a design that features 3 high-performance ED glass elements to virtually eliminate chromatic aberration and Nikon's exclusive Nano-Crystal Coat to further reduce image-degrading internal reflections

Nikon VR II (Vibration Reduction) Image Stabilization
Like all NIKKOR lenses featuring Nikon VR image stabilization, the 300mm f/2.8's VR II was designed for the specific requirements of its host lens. The VR II incorporated in the new 300mm enables shooting at up to 4 shutter speeds slower than otherwise possible, assuring dramatically sharper images, while the Tripod VR Mode detects and compensates for specific vibrations often encountered with tripod shooting.

Nikon 300m F/2.8 Features

  • Fast-aperture f/2.8 NIKKOR Super Telephoto
    Wide aperture, professional telephoto performance, optimized for edge-to-edge sharpness for both FX and DX-format Nikon D-SLRs perfect for action and sports photojournalism, wildlife photography and more.
  • Nikon VR II (Vibration Reduction) Image Stabilization
    Vibration Reduction is engineered specifically for each VR NIKKOR lens. VR II enables handheld shooting at up to 4 shutter speeds slower than would otherwise be possible, assuring dramatically sharper images.
  • Exclusive Nano Crystal Coat
    Further reduces ghosting and internal flare for even greater image clarity.
  • Three Extra-low Dispersion (ED) Elements
    Offers superior sharpness and color correction by effectively minimizing chromatic aberration, even at wide apertures.
  • Aspherical Lens Element
    Virtually eliminates coma and other aberrations, promoting image integrity.
  • Three Focus Modes
    A/M mode joins the familiar M/A and M modes, enhancing AF control versatility with fast, secure switching between auto and manual focus to accommodate personal shooting techniques
  • Nikon Super Integrated Coating (SIC)
    Enhances light transmission efficiency and offers superior color consistency andreduced flare.
  • AF Memory Recall
    Allows instant return to a predetermined point of focus.
  • Rugged Construction
    Featuring enhanced dust and moisture-resistance, magnesium die-cast barrel construction and a protective meniscus front lens.
  • Tripod Detection Mode
    Detects and compensates for the specific vibrations encountered when shooting ona tripod with VR on.
  • Close Focusing to 7.2 feet
    Focus to 7.2 feet in manual focus or 7.5 feet in autofocus, enabling striking image perspectives.
  • Rounded 9-Blade Diaphragm
    Renders more natural appearance of out-of-focus image areas

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Key Features

  • AF Memory Recall Allows instant return to a predetermined point of focus.
  • Rounded 9-Blade Diaphragm Renders more natural appearance of out-of-focus image areas

What's in the box:

  • Nikon 300mm f/2.8G ED-IF II AF-S VR-II Telephoto NIKKOR Lens
  • 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
  • Adorama 1 Year Warranty