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Nikon 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6E ED AF-P NIKKOR VR Lens

SKU: NK70300AFPE MFR: 20068
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Key Features

  • Capture stunning, sharp images with the Nikon 70-300mm telephoto zoom lens.
  • Experience fast, quiet autofocus with the AF-P stepping motor, ideal for video.
  • Vibration Reduction (VR) ensures clear shots, minimizing blur from camera shake.
  • The Nikon ED glass element delivers superior image quality with reduced aberrations.
  • Perfect for wildlife, sports, and travel photography with its versatile zoom range.
  • Lightweight build at 24oz makes this Nikon lens easy to carry on any adventure.
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randy y : Will it run on my d850?Johannes D : Absolutely. It is a very well regarded lens and should work well on your D850
Melissa S : Will this work on my D3100?
Ami C : Will it take an extender?JAIME L : noCHRISTOPHER C : No.YVONNE B : No it will not.

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2025-02-12T04:23:29

Rated 5 out of 5

Fun to use

The Nikon 70-300 is a fun lens to use. Quality of images is wonderful.

CAROLE S.

2023-11-26T18:00:08

Rated 5 out of 5

Good buy.

Good, as Nikon always is.

BOBBY L.

2023-03-02T05:20:20

Rated 5 out of 5

I would highly recommend this camera to any one looking for that extra punch!

Love this lens, has a really fast focus, outstanding picture quality. I have the 200-500, but wanted something to hike with and this does a really good job.

MICHAEL S.

2022-06-16T15:53:52

Rated 5 out of 5

GREAT LENS for a GREAT price!

Afraid my ?back ordered? lens would not arrive in time for our South America trip, I bought another similar brand second hand. When the NIKON arrived I used both lenses to photograph a LACROSSE game! The NIKON with VR absolutely shined! It?s lightweight and perfect for travel and produces outstanding photos on my D850!

GEOFFREY S.

2022-04-12T13:31:04

Rated 5 out of 5

Wonderful lens for taking outdoor photos in good light.

I could not be any happier! It takes wonderful photos of the squirrels and birds eating birdseed outside my apartment during daylight hours. I would buy it again, at twice the price. All of my other lenses are prime lenses, and the picture quality on this light weight zoom lenses is equal to the quality I get on the primes. Years ago, I bought a zoom lens (24-125mm) to use with my film camera, and the photos were full of distortion. After that experience , I decided to only use prime lenses, until now. For indoor photos, I still stick with my 1.8 aperture primes.

JERRY W.

2022-03-17T15:47:29

Rated 5 out of 5

Well worth the money!

Everything I expected from this lens!

SCOTT C.

2021-12-13T12:54:56

Rated 5 out of 5

Excellent for DSLRs and Z cameras

Purchased upgrade from older 70-300G VR version. Much faster and precise focusing on my D7100 and Z5 with FTZ. Sharper than the older G version in the 200-300mm range though still a bit softer at 250-300 range than shorter FLs of this lens and much better than the older lens. Best sharpness at 300mm seems to be at f/8. Quite usable throughout focal range. Not as sharp as the 300PF but costs less than1/3 as much. A great bargain for a zoom in this range. On Z5 a perfect and affordable complement to the Z 24-70 S f/4

CRAIG S.

2021-09-01T13:33:29

Rated 5 out of 5

Great all around lens

I really like this lens. It's great for bird photos without breaking the bank, easy to carry, and a super match with a D7500.

DAVID H.

2021-07-04T09:28:12

Rated 5 out of 5

Nice lens

I?ve used this lens for portraits and landscape. It does a really good job. Impressive.

ROGER B.

2021-06-24T09:11:25

Rated 5 out of 5

Great starter lens

It?s a great starter lens Have used it for both portrait and landscape work with very good results.

ROGER B.

2021-06-14T08:17:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great value

Love this lens. The VR works exceptionally well at slower shutter speeds giving you the ability to keep the ISO low. Can?t beat the price vs quality.

SCOTT H.

2021-06-13T20:07:18

Rated 5 out of 5

Outstanding resolution and color depth. Sharpness is ideal.

Very fast auto focusing. Excellent picture quality.

Stephen W.

2021-06-13T11:38:18

Rated 5 out of 5

Using on Z7II

I purchased this lens to complement my 24-70 on my Z7II. The first few photos came out great, we will put it to the test when we head to Ruidosa NM next week.

Elaine B.

2021-05-13T18:24:04

Rated 4 out of 5

Nice lens

This lens was NOT compatible with my Nikon D40 camera; had to send it back. The lens looked and felt very nice. Customer Service was very receptive to assisting me with my return.

SYLVIA B.

2021-04-18T09:34:12

Rated 5 out of 5

A great lens to extend your range.

I bought this lens to supplement the kit 24-120 on my Nikon D780. It has a nice feel and smooth zoom. The focus is spot on and fast. It is very quiet without any of the chatter I heard with my DX VR lens. At 26 oz, it?s not that heavy and balances well with the weight of the FX camera. Tripod mount to the camera will work just fine. It mounts quite snugly to the body but I think that is additional dust protection. I think the combination of lenses will be a little better quality than just one 24-300 mm which I had before on my D7100. I also bought the Lowepro 11x18 cm soft case. It fits fine. Any smaller one will be too snug with the sun shield.

Rob M.

2021-04-08T12:31:07

Rated 5 out of 5

A step up from the AF-S prior model

So far so good. I had the prior AF-S model and that died on me after almost 10 years so I picked this up. It is definitely faster and Sharper than the prior model.

GEOFFREY R.

2021-02-04T17:22:54

Rated 5 out of 5

One of my favorite lenses

I can't say enough good about this lens. Sharp, great range, quiet, balanced, and really compact for it's range. It isn't an f4 or f2.8 lens, but with good lenses, understanding it's limitations, and good technique you'll be happy with this lens. It was the last lens I sold when I want mirrorless, and the first lens I bought when I went back to f-mount. :)

ORENTHAL C.

2020-07-28T08:21:59

Rated 5 out of 5

Nikon AF-P 70 3004.5- 5.6

I am so impressed with this lens it is so sharp at all focal lengths and every aperture. It is just as sharp as my 70 200 f2.8 and I gained another 100mm.

RONALD B.

2020-07-16T11:44:28

Rated 5 out of 5

A work of wonder lens that takes beautiful pictures

This beautiful lens arrived here just a few days ago and it is a wonder. Super-fast and amazingly sharp autofocus, smooth operation of the zoom, vibration reduction works and works quite well, And, it renders great pics with extremely accurate colors.

Dave D.

2020-07-10T08:11:07

Rated 5 out of 5

Fast and quiet!

Amazing lens compared to the mechanical focus, non-VR lens that I replaced. The AF-P is very quiet, fast and precise. The VR helps immensely when you really don't want to use a tripod.

CRAIG Y.

2020-06-03T10:43:48

Rated 3 out of 5

Not for Me

I was not very happy with this lens and returned it.

Kenneth H.

2020-04-29T20:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Sharp for video

I purchased this zoom lens as an affordable replacement for a manual focus zoom lens from the film era. This zoom is sharper on digital, and so fits the bill. I wish the zooming collar were smoother, as it feels like dull drag. (I would want a more expensive zoom lens, if I used this focal range more than I do.) The sharpness and color produced are impressive on video, using the D750. The camera was able to track lateral movement, but the camera did not do well with movement approaching the camera.The lens focus is accurate with video; it is up to the camera to keep up. The attached photo of a dog was shot at ISO 800 as was needed to get 1/500 sec shutter at the maximum aperture of f/5.6 under heavy overcast.

Piper

2020-03-26T10:25:59

Rated 5 out of 5

Best lightweight 300 mm lens for walking around and doing wildlife photography.Gr

Extremely sharp works all the time in both DX and FX, cannot be any more pleased with this lens.

WILLIAM H.

2020-03-09T07:25:47

Rated 5 out of 5

Good Lens!

I purchased this lens to use with my D7200. So far I have successfully used it to capture the Blue Angels practicing for their winter season. This lens is sharp and the focus is quick, quick enough to lock on to fast moving F-18 Hornets flying by. Image quality is great with this lens, and while it is somewhat large, I think it's a good compromise when compared to more expensive, larger lenses.

ANDY C.

2020-03-04T15:23:56

Rated 5 out of 5

No regrets

Covers a decent zoom range. Handy and lightweight, VR produces great photos!

KIM D.

2020-01-31T03:18:16

Rated 5 out of 5

An excellent lens! Worthy of the Nikon name.

I am very impressed with this lighter weight zoom lens. It is great for an outing that you just don’t want something heavier and don’t intend to bring the tripod. Pictures were bright, colors true, and focus sharp. All for a reasonable price.

TIMOTHY H.

2020-01-10T10:57:45

Rated 5 out of 5

Lens Review

I'm a novice so I don't have much to compare to but can say the lens more than meets my expectations.

RICHARD D.

2019-12-27T11:01:11

Rated 5 out of 5

Excellent Telephoto Zoom

I use this lens on a D750, and D3400. It works great on both bodies. Good, but not particularly impressive vibration reduction. It's a big lens, but focuses fast, and quietly. I also have a Tamron 70-300, and feel the Tamron is at least equal to the Nikon in build, with just a little better IQ, which could be the result of better stabilization on the Tamron.

William B.

2019-11-21T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

70mm-300mm lens

I was very impressed with the quality and clarity of this lens

Andrea

2019-08-28T10:14:48

Rated 5 out of 5

Awesome sharpness, super-fast auto-focus.

Awesome sharpness, super-fast auto-focus. Great value for FX camera bodies.

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Nikon AF-P 70-300mm E VR Specifications

General

General

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  • Lens Mount

    Nikon F

  • Lens Format

    Full Frame

  • Lens Type

    Telephoto Zoom

  • Compatibility

    Nikon D780, Nikon D850, Nikon D5, Nikon D800E, Nikon D3X, Nikon D810, Nikon D800, Nikon D810A, Nikon D3, Nikon D4S, Nikon D6, Nikon D40, Nikon D600, Nikon D610, Nikon D750, Nikon D4, Nikon D700, Nikon Df

  • Lens Series

    Nikon AF-P Series, Nikkor ED, Nikon E Series

  • Special Features

    Image Stabilization

  • Kit Style

    Base

  • MPN

    20068

  • Color

    Black

  • Focus Type

    Auto Focus

  • Focusing Technology

    Inner Focusing

  • Closest Focus Distance

    3.94 / 1.2m

  • Distance Information

    No

  • Built-In Motor

    Yes

  • Maximum Aperture

    f/4.5-5.6

  • Filter Size

    67mm

  • Angle Of View

    34° 20 to 8° 10

  • Minimum Aperture

    f/32 to 40

  • Maximum Magnification

    0.25x

  • Lens Coating

    Super Integrated Coating

  • Aspherical Elements

    No

  • ED Glass Elements

    1

Features

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  • Image Stabilization Type

    Yes

  • Tripod Collar

    Yes

  • Waterproof / Water Resistant

    No

  • Dust Resistant

    No

Construction

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  • Lens Elements / Groups

    18 Elements in 14 Groups

  • Diaphragm Blades

    9

  • Weight

    1.5lb / 680g

  • Dimensions

    3.17 x 5.75" / 80.5 x 146mm

  • UPC Code

    018208200689

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Designed For Use With:

  • Nikon D40
  • Nikon D600
  • Nikon D610
  • Nikon D700
  • Nikon D750
  • Nikon D800
  • Nikon D800E
  • Nikon D810
  • Nikon D850
  • Nikon DF
  • Nikon D780
  • Nikon D3
  • Nikon D3X
  • Nikon D4
  • Nikon D4S
  • Nikon D5

Compatible With Restrictions:*

* If using a APS-C Lens on a Full Frame Camera OR Full-Frame Lens on a APS-C Camera then Image sensor will be narrowed down to APS-C size.

  • Nikon D2Hs
  • Nikon D2X
  • Nikon D300
  • Nikon D3000
  • Nikon D300S
  • Nikon D3100
  • Nikon D3200
  • Nikon D3300
  • Nikon D3400
  • Nikon D3500
  • Nikon D500
  • Nikon D5000
  • Nikon D5100
  • Nikon D5200
  • Nikon D5300
  • Nikon D5500
  • Nikon D5600
  • Nikon D7000
  • Nikon D70s
  • Nikon D7100
  • Nikon D7200
  • Nikon D7500
  • Nikon D80
  • Nikon D90
  • Nikon Df

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CompatibilityNikon D3, Nikon D3X, Nikon D4, Nikon D40, Nikon D4S, Nikon D5, Nikon D600, Nikon D610, Nikon D700, Nikon D750, Nikon D780, Nikon D800, Nikon D800E, Nikon D810, Nikon D850, Nikon DFNikon D2Hs, Nikon D2X, Nikon D3, Nikon D300, Nikon D3000, Nikon D300S, Nikon D3100, Nikon D3200, Nikon D3300, Nikon D3400, Nikon D3500, Nikon D3X, Nikon D4, Nikon D40, Nikon D4S, Nikon D5, Nikon D500, Nikon D5000, Nikon D5100, Nikon D5200, Nikon D5300, Nikon D5500, Nikon D5600, Nikon D600, Nikon D610, Nikon D700, Nikon D7000, Nikon D70s, Nikon D7100, Nikon D7200, Nikon D750, Nikon D7500, Nikon D780, Nikon D80, Nikon D800, Nikon D800E, Nikon D810, Nikon D850, Nikon D90, Nikon DFNikon D3, Nikon D3X, Nikon D4, Nikon D40, Nikon D4S, Nikon D5, Nikon D600, Nikon D610, Nikon D700, Nikon D750, Nikon D780, Nikon D800, Nikon D800E, Nikon D810, Nikon D850, Nikon DF
Special FeaturesImage StabilizationFluorite Lens Elements, Image StabilizationImage Stabilization
Kit StyleBaseBaseBase
Lens TypeTelephoto ZoomTelephoto ZoomTelephoto Zoom
Filter Size67mm95mm77mm
Fixed Focal LengthNANANA
Lens MountNikon FNikon FNikon F
Maximum Aperturef/4.5-5.6f/5.6f/4.5-5.6

About Nikon AF-P 70-300mm E VR

FEATURED REVIEWS

Incredibely fast and sharp, great on DX bodies too, one of the best prosumer lenses Nikon has ever made.

By sergioquirosphotography

I bought this lens this week to use with a cropped sensor D3500. I've been testing it daily, and I'm blown away by it (blessed be the gentleman from B&H who encouraged me to "step up" to this full frame lens from the DX version I had in mind, he knew what he was talking about.) The lens build is fantastic; the materials feel absolutely "pro level" to the touch and the huge zoom ring is not only absolutely smooth, but a pleasure to use. The lens is heavy enough to make you feel you're holding...

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An excellent telezoom at all focal lengths

By Scrondar

I bought this FX lens (it works on DX bodies as well) primarily because I needed reach beyond what the 24-70mm f/4 S on my Z6 offers, and all of the glowing reviews. At 300mm on a tripod, this lens produces rich colors and sharpness to rival any Nikkor lens in its class. It works perfectly with the FTZ adapter, with no lag in AF. Handholding at 200mm and above calls for a fast shutter, but that's the case with any telephoto zoom. For the price, it is worth adding to you collection.

Nikon's prized handheld tele zoom, evolved.

Nikon proudly presents an update to its versatile full-frame 70-300mm tele zoom with improvements to image quality, autofocus, speed, VR image stabilization and more. The lens strikes an outstanding balance between size, zoom power and Vibration Reduction, making it a great choice for handheld photos and videos of sports, action, concerts, weddings, wildlife and more. Whether you shoot an FX or DX camera, the AF-P NIKKOR 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6E ED VR frees you to shoot on-the-go from nearly any distance.

Nikon's prized handheld tele zoom, evolved.

Powerful reach, beautiful results

Powerful reach, beautiful results

The AF-P NIKKOR 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6E ED VR is an advanced lens that draws peak performance from Nikon's latest generation of FX and DX cameras. Its versatile 70–300mm focal length range (105–450mm on DX cameras) is great for everything from portraits to close-ups of nature and wildlife.

Faster, quieter focusing

Faster, quieter focusing

The AF-P NIKKOR 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6E ED VR incorporates Nikon's stepping motor (AF-P) for faster, quieter focusing that's ideal for fast action and video recording.

Softly blurred backgrounds

Softly blurred backgrounds

With an f/5.6 maximum aperture at 300mm and a nine-blade rounded diaphragm, the AF-P NIKKOR 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6E ED VR produces a soft, round bokeh blur that beautifully complements its telephoto perspective.

Rock-steady handheld shooting

4.5 stops* of Vibration Reduction

4.5 stops* of Vibration Reduction

Nikon continues to innovate in Vibration Reduction technology, opening new possibilities for handheld shooting and enhancing low-light capabilities, especially useful for a day shooting at the zoo, school sports or family events.

Compact and lightweight

Compact and lightweight

At just 24 ounces, the AF-P NIKKOR 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6E ED VR is comfortable and balanced, even on Nikon's most compact DSLR cameras. Its Internal Focusing (IF) design keeps the lens shorter, and its smooth focus ring lets you seamlessly take control when needed.

Versatile, consistent performance

Versatile, consistent performance

Designed for comfort and piece of mind

Dust- and drip resistant and silky smooth zoom control
The lens is sealed to protect against dust and water droplets letting you follow your passion wherever it leads. The AF-P NIKKOR 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6E ED VR's large, comfortable zoom ring provides optimal torque for smooth, even zooming across the entire range.

Precise optical performance

Precise optical performance

Close focusing and consistent high-speed shooting
Get as close as 3.9 feet from your subject with a maximum reproduction ratio of 0.25x for dazzling close-ups at 300mm. A specialized electromagnetic diaphragm mechanism (E) operates in precise sync with the camera's shutter for reliable exposure control during high-speed sequences.

*Based on CIPA Standard. This value is achieved when FX-format compatible lenses are attached to a FX-format digital SLR camera and zoom lenses are set at the maximum telephoto position.

A/M

A/M

A/M stands for Auto-Priority Manual Mode. This mode also enables an easy transition from autofocus to manual during AF operation. However, mode switch sensitivity has been altered to reduce the possibility of sudden unintentional switching to manual focus while shooting.

Electromagnetic Diaphragm Mechanism

Electromagnetic Diaphragm Mechanism

An electromagnetic diaphragm mechanism in the lens barrel provides highly accurate electronic diaphragm or aperture blade control when using auto exposure during continuous shooting. With conventional D/G type lenses, the diaphragm blades are operated by mechanical linkage levers.

ED (Extra-Low Dispersion) Glass

ED (Extra-Low Dispersion) Glass

An optical glass developed by Nikon that is used with normal optical glass in telephoto lenses to obtain optimum correction of chromatic aberrations.

IF Lens

IF Lens

A NIKKOR lens in which only the internal lens group shifts during focusing. Thus, IF NIKKORS do not change in size during AF operation, allowing for compact, lightweight lenses capable of closer focusing distances. These lenses will be designated with the abbreviation IF on the lens barrel.

M/A

M/A

Select NIKKOR lenses have a focusing mode which allows switching from automatic to manual focusing with virtually no lag time by simply turning the focusing ring on the lens. This makes it possible to seamlessly switch to fine manual focusing while looking through the viewfinder.

Pulse Motor

Pulse Motor

Nikon's "P" series of NIKKOR lenses use a pulse motor (utilizing stepping motors) to focus smoother and quieter than previous drive systems. This quiet drive system makes the lenses ideal for use when shooting video.

Vibration Reduction

Vibration Reduction

A Nikon in-lens technology that improves image stability by automatically compensating for camera shake. Lenses that offer VR will feature the abbreviation VR on the lens barrel.

Warranty Information

This product has a limited warranty of 12 months.

Key Features

  • Capture stunning, sharp images with the Nikon 70-300mm telephoto zoom lens.
  • Experience fast, quiet autofocus with the AF-P stepping motor, ideal for video.
  • Vibration Reduction (VR) ensures clear shots, minimizing blur from camera shake.
  • The Nikon ED glass element delivers superior image quality with reduced aberrations.
  • Perfect for wildlife, sports, and travel photography with its versatile zoom range.
  • Lightweight build at 24oz makes this Nikon lens easy to carry on any adventure.

What's in the box:

  • Nikon AF-P NIKKOR 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6E ED VR Lens
  • LC-67 67mm Snap-On Front Lens Cap
  • LF-4 Rear Lens Cap
  • HB-82 Lens Hood
  • CL-1022 Lens Case
  • Nikon 1 Year Limited Warranty