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Brand: Nikon
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Nikon 55 - 300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED AF-S DX VR II (Vibration Reduction) Autofocus Zoom Lens with 5 Year U.S.A. Warranty
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Avg. Customer Rating:
 
4.8 stars
(based on 5 reviews)
100% of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Customers most agreed on the following attributes:

Pros:
Consistent output(5), Durable(4), Easily interchangeable(4), Strong construction(4)
Best Uses:
Landscape/scenery(3), Sports/action(4), Wildlife photos(5)
Describe Yourself:
Photo enthusiast(4)
Was this a gift?:
No(4)
 
Exactly what I expected
By JCVerified Reviewer from San Jose on 3/15/2011
Pros:
Consistent Output, Durable, Easily Interchangeable, Lightweight, Rugged, Strong Construction
Cons:
Heavy
Best Uses:
Landscape/Scenery, Sports/Action, Wildlife Photos
Describe Yourself:
Photo Enthusiast
Was this a gift?:
No
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Nikon Nikon 55 - 300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED AF-S DX VR II (Vibration Reduction) Autofocus Zoom Lens with 5 Year U.S.A. Warranty:

Image quality is great. The focus is like the 18-200. It is long and barely fits in my holster bag , but that is what I wanted. I backed off the 70-300 because its hard to lug that big guy around all day. No creep at all and the dial is smooth and sturdy - it feels better than the 18-200. The lens hood is a very cool four corner design. I'm still trying to figure out how they made it.

[0 of 5 customers found this review helpful]

 
Just what I expected
By Retired GuyVerified Purchaser from Hanover, Ma on 1/14/2011
Pros:
Consistent Output, Durable, Easily Interchangeable, Strong Construction
Best Uses:
Wildlife Photos
Describe Yourself:
Casual Photographer
Was this a gift?:
Yes
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Nikon Nikon 55 - 300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED AF-S DX VR II (Vibration Reduction) Autofocus Zoom Lens with 5 Year U.S.A. Warranty:

Purchased a DSL in August, this compliments the camera.

[4 of 5 customers found this review helpful]

 
Nikon 55-300mm Lens Wow
By HsuflyVerified Purchaser from Los Angeles, CA on 1/12/2011
Pros:
Consistent Output, Durable, Easily Interchangeable, Fast / accurate auto-focus, Nice Bokeh, Rugged, Strong Construction
Best Uses:
Landscape/Scenery, Sports/Action, Weddings/Events, Wildlife Photos
Describe Yourself:
Photo Enthusiast
Was this a gift?:
No
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Nikon Nikon 55 - 300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED AF-S DX VR II (Vibration Reduction) Autofocus Zoom Lens with 5 Year U.S.A. Warranty:

The 55-300mm lens allows for great range of shots, close and far. The good thing about this lens is its' built in VR stabilization. This makes taking handheld shots a lot easier and not having to worry too much about camera shake at reasonable shutter speeds. The autofocus is great and the lens is built very well. I would recommend this lens to anyone.

[10 of 10 customers found this review helpful]

 
great lens - great price
By MarkVerified Reviewer from Clover, SC on 11/18/2010
Pros:
Consistent Output, Durable, Easily Interchangeable, Fast / accurate auto-focus, Nice Bokeh, Strong Construction
Cons:
Heavy
Best Uses:
Landscape/Scenery, Sports/Action, Weddings/Events, Wildlife Photos
Describe Yourself:
Photo Enthusiast
Was this a gift?:
No
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Nikon Nikon 55 - 300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED AF-S DX VR II (Vibration Reduction) Autofocus Zoom Lens with 5 Year U.S.A. Warranty:

Lens is super sharp at all focal lengths. Only CON is that it is heavy - but not that heavy. This is to be expected. Took handheld pictures at 300mm and they are crisp and clear. Cropped one (taken at 300mm) and it looked super. Will be a great lens for landscapes and sports or other functions that need a telephoto.

[50 of 50 customers found this review helpful]

 
Great Lens
By Goz63Verified Reviewer from Shiloh IL on 9/11/2010
Pros:
Consistent Output, Great IQ, Lightweight
Best Uses:
Sports/Action, Wildlife Photos
Describe Yourself:
Photo Enthusiast
Was this a gift?:
No
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Nikon Nikon 55 - 300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED AF-S DX VR II (Vibration Reduction) Autofocus Zoom Lens with 5 Year U.S.A. Warranty:

A great DX lens. The image IQ is consistent and excellent. It is a little slow to focus at times (not majorly slow) and the zoom is not as smooth as I would like. There is absolutely no lens creep. The VRII is superb! A great lens. I was looking at getting the 70-300 VR but bought this one instead. I am glad I did. The 55mm low end focal length makes this lens more versatile. I would buy this again and recommend it for DX cameras.

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