Name: Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 300mm F 2 8G ED VR II
Brand: Nikon

Technical Specifications of Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 300mm F 2 8G ED VR II

Overall score

8.1

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Popularity

What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the camera lens.

When it matters: When you want to see which camera lenses attract the most buyer attention and review activity.

Mount & Format

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Lens type

What it is: The optical category that indicates whether the lens is a prime, zoom, macro, fisheye, or another design.

When it matters: When you are choosing between a prime, zoom, macro, or specialty lens for the kind of subjects you shoot.

Importance: LOW

telephoto prime

Lens mount

What it is: The mechanical and electronic interface that determines which cameras the lens can be attached to.

When it matters: When camera compatibility and access to the right lens ecosystem are central to your buying decision.

Importance: LOW

Nikon F

Sensor format coverage

What it is: The largest sensor size the lens is designed to cover without severe vignetting.

When it matters: When you need the lens to fully cover your camera sensor without heavy corner darkening.

Importance: LOW

Full-frame

Filter thread size

What it is: The diameter of the front filter thread used for screw-in filters and compatible accessories.

When it matters: When you plan to use screw-in filters such as polarizers, ND filters, or protective glass.

Importance: LOW

52 mm

Teleconverter compatibility

What it is: Whether the lens can be used with compatible teleconverters to extend focal length.

When it matters: When you want to extend reach for wildlife or sports without changing to a different long lens.

Importance: HIGH

Optics & Aperture

8.2

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Minimum focal length

What it is: The shortest focal length the lens can provide, which determines its widest framing.

When it matters: When wide framing matters for landscapes, interiors, architecture, or travel shots.

Importance: LOW

300 mm

Maximum focal length

What it is: The longest focal length the lens can reach, which determines its telephoto reach.

When it matters: When you need more reach for wildlife, sports, stage events, or distant details.

Importance: LOW

300 mm

Optical zoom

What it is: The ratio between the longest and shortest focal lengths available in the lens zoom range.

When it matters: When you want one lens to cover a broader range of compositions without swapping glass.

Importance: LOW

Maximum angle of view

What it is: The widest scene the lens can capture at its shortest focal length.

When it matters: When you need to fit more of a room, skyline, or landscape into the frame.

Importance: LOW

8.2 °

Minimum angle of view

What it is: The narrowest scene the lens captures at its longest focal length.

When it matters: When you want tighter framing on faraway subjects without moving closer.

Importance: LOW

8.2 °

Focus & Controls

7.3

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Focus motor

What it is: The autofocus drive system responsible for moving lens elements into focus.

When it matters: When fast, quiet autofocus matters for video, wildlife, street shots, or moving subjects.

Importance: LOW

SWM

Minimum focus distance

What it is: The shortest distance at which the lens can focus on a subject.

When it matters: When you like shooting details, food, flowers, or products from a very short distance.

Importance: MEDIUM

Maximum reproduction ratio

What it is: The highest magnification the lens can achieve when focusing at its closest distance.

When it matters: When close-up magnification matters for macro work, textures, or small product details.

Importance: MEDIUM

Full-time manual focus

What it is: The ability to adjust focus manually without leaving autofocus mode.

When it matters: When you want to fine-tune focus instantly without switching out of autofocus.

Importance: HIGH

Internal focusing

What it is: A focusing design in which internal elements move while the outer barrel length stays unchanged.

When it matters: When you use polarizers, gimbals, or close-up setups that benefit from a lens that does not extend while focusing.

Importance: HIGH

Stabilization

7.3

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Optical image stabilization

What it is: A hardware system that shifts optical elements to counteract camera shake and reduce blur.

When it matters: When you want steadier handheld shots and less blur, especially in low light or at longer focal lengths.

Importance: HIGH

Stabilization effectiveness (CIPA stops)

What it is: The rated stabilizer benefit, measured in stops, under CIPA testing standards.

When it matters: When you are comparing stabilized lenses and want to know how much handheld shutter-speed advantage they offer.

Importance: HIGH

Build & Handling

8.4

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Weight

What it is: The total mass of the lens, affecting portability and handling balance on the camera body.

When it matters: When you carry a lens all day for travel, hiking, or event coverage and want to keep your kit manageable.

Importance: HIGH

Lens length

What it is: The physical length of the lens body from mount to front edge.

When it matters: When bag space, balance, or front clearance matters in a compact travel or video setup.

Importance: HIGH

Lens diameter

What it is: The widest outer diameter of the lens barrel.

When it matters: When grip comfort, filter size, or fit inside a tight camera bag matters to you.

Importance: MEDIUM

Weather sealing (splashproof)

What it is: Protective sealing intended to resist splashes, dust, and light environmental exposure.

When it matters: When you often shoot outdoors in light rain, dust, or changing conditions.

Importance: HIGH

Metal mount

What it is: A lens mount made of metal rather than plastic for greater durability at the camera connection point.

When it matters: When durability matters because you change lenses often or use heavier gear for work.

Importance: HIGH

Lab Scores

9.3

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DxOMark overall score

What it is: The combined DxOMark lens rating based on lab-tested optical performance.

When it matters: When you want a quick lab-based summary of overall optical performance before comparing lenses in detail.

Importance: HIGH

DxOMark sharpness score

What it is: The DxOMark subscore that reflects how much detail the lens can resolve across the frame.

When it matters: When fine detail matters for landscapes, product work, or high-resolution cameras.

Importance: HIGH

DxOMark transmission

What it is: The measured light transmission of the lens, expressed as T-stop rather than nominal f-number.

When it matters: When real light loss matters for exposure consistency in studio, cinema, or mixed-lens shoots.

Importance: MEDIUM

DxOMark distortion

What it is: The DxOMark metric that measures how much the lens bends straight lines away from their true shape.

When it matters: When straight lines matter in architecture, interiors, copy work, or product photography.

Importance: MEDIUM

DxOMark vignetting

What it is: The DxOMark measurement of corner darkening relative to the center of the image.

When it matters: When even corner brightness matters for skies, studio backdrops, or clean product shots.

Importance: MEDIUM

Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 300mm F 2 8G ED VR II vs the average camera lens

Why is Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 300mm F 2 8G ED VR II better than the average camera lens?

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Has optical image stabilization
Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 300mm F 2 8G ED VR II has optical image stabilization, the average camera lens does not. 29% of camera lenses include optical image stabilization.
Vibration Reduction.
What it is: A hardware system that shifts optical elements to counteract camera shake and reduce blur.
When it matters: When you want steadier handheld shots and less blur, especially in low light or at longer focal lengths.
Importance: HIGH
Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 300mm F 2 8G ED VR II has optical image stabilization, the average camera lens does not. 29% of camera lenses include optical image stabilization.
Teleconverter compatible
Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 300mm F 2 8G ED VR II supports teleconverters, while the average camera lens does not.
Supports Nikon TC-14E/TC-17E/TC-20E teleconverters.
What it is: Whether the lens can be used with compatible teleconverters to extend focal length.
When it matters: When you want to extend reach for wildlife or sports without changing to a different long lens.
Importance: HIGH
Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 300mm F 2 8G ED VR II supports teleconverters, while the average camera lens does not.
Has focus hold button
Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 300mm F 2 8G ED VR II has a focus hold button, the average camera lens does not. 16.5% of camera lenses include a focus hold button.
What it is: A button on the lens barrel used to lock focus temporarily during shooting.
When it matters: When you want to lock focus quickly during sports, wildlife, or recomposed portraits.
Importance: MEDIUM
Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 300mm F 2 8G ED VR II has a focus hold button, the average camera lens does not. 16.5% of camera lenses include a focus hold button.
Has focus distance scale
Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 300mm F 2 8G ED VR II has a focus distance scale, the average camera lens does not. 48.6% of camera lenses include a focus distance scale.
What it is: A marked scale that shows the approximate focus distance set on the lens.
When it matters: When you pre-focus manually for street, zone focusing, or repeatable tripod setups.
Importance: MEDIUM
Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 300mm F 2 8G ED VR II has a focus distance scale, the average camera lens does not. 48.6% of camera lenses include a focus distance scale.
Has drop-in filter support
Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 300mm F 2 8G ED VR II supports drop-in or rear filters, while the average camera lens does not.
52 mm drop-in filter.
What it is: Support for filters placed behind the rear element instead of on the front thread.
When it matters: When you use large super-telephoto lenses where front filters would be expensive or impractical.
Importance: LOW
Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 300mm F 2 8G ED VR II supports drop-in or rear filters, while the average camera lens does not.
Has focus limiter switch
Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 300mm F 2 8G ED VR II has a focus limiter switch, the average camera lens does not. 16.4% of camera lenses include a focus limiter switch.
What it is: A control that restricts the focus range to improve autofocus speed and reduce hunting.
When it matters: When autofocus speed matters and you want to stop the lens from hunting through its full focus range.
Importance: LOW
Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 300mm F 2 8G ED VR II has a focus limiter switch, the average camera lens does not. 16.4% of camera lenses include a focus limiter switch.
0.7 EV less vignetting
Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 300mm F 2 8G ED VR II has less vignetting than the average camera lens (0.5 EV vs 1.2 EV). The average lens has vignetting of 1.2 EV.
What it is: The DxOMark measurement of corner darkening relative to the center of the image.
When it matters: When even corner brightness matters for skies, studio backdrops, or clean product shots.
Importance: MEDIUM
Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 300mm F 2 8G ED VR II has less vignetting than the average camera lens (0.5 EV vs 1.2 EV). The average lens has vignetting of 1.2 EV.0.5 EV vs 1.2 EV
0.2 % lower optical distortion
Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 300mm F 2 8G ED VR II has a lower optical distortion than the average camera lens (0.1% vs 0.3%). The average lens has optical distortion of 0.3%.
What it is: The DxOMark metric that measures how much the lens bends straight lines away from their true shape.
When it matters: When straight lines matter in architecture, interiors, copy work, or product photography.
Importance: MEDIUM
Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 300mm F 2 8G ED VR II has a lower optical distortion than the average camera lens (0.1% vs 0.3%). The average lens has optical distortion of 0.3%.0.1 % vs 0.3 %
Teleconverter compatible
Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 300mm F 2 8G ED VR II supports teleconverters, while the average camera lens does not.
Has drop-in filter support
Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 300mm F 2 8G ED VR II supports drop-in or rear filters, while the average camera lens does not.
1 more low-dispersion elements
Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 300mm F 2 8G ED VR II has more low-dispersion elements than the average camera lens (3 vs 2). The average lens has 2 low-dispersion elements.
Has focus hold button
Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 300mm F 2 8G ED VR II has a focus hold button, the average camera lens does not. 16.5% of camera lenses include a focus hold button.
Has focus distance scale
Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 300mm F 2 8G ED VR II has a focus distance scale, the average camera lens does not. 48.6% of camera lenses include a focus distance scale.
Has focus limiter switch
Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 300mm F 2 8G ED VR II has a focus limiter switch, the average camera lens does not. 16.4% of camera lenses include a focus limiter switch.
Has optical image stabilization
Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 300mm F 2 8G ED VR II has optical image stabilization, the average camera lens does not. 29% of camera lenses include optical image stabilization.
0.7 EV less vignetting
Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 300mm F 2 8G ED VR II has less vignetting than the average camera lens (0.5 EV vs 1.2 EV). The average lens has vignetting of 1.2 EV.
0.2 % lower optical distortion
Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 300mm F 2 8G ED VR II has a lower optical distortion than the average camera lens (0.1% vs 0.3%). The average lens has optical distortion of 0.3%.

Why is Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 300mm F 2 8G ED VR II worse than the average camera lens?

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2 fewer aspherical elements
Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 300mm F 2 8G ED VR II has fewer aspherical elements than the average camera lens (0 vs 2). The average lens has 2 aspherical elements.
1.9 m longer minimum focus distance
Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 300mm F 2 8G ED VR II has a higher minimum focus distance than the average camera lens (2.2 m vs 0.3 m). The average lens has a minimum focus distance of 0.3 m.
2.3 m in manual focus.
0.03 x lower maximum reproduction ratio
Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 300mm F 2 8G ED VR II has a lower maximum reproduction ratio than the average camera lens (0.2x vs 0.192x). The average lens has a maximum reproduction ratio of 0.192x.
1 stops weaker stabilization
Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 300mm F 2 8G ED VR II has a lower stabilization effectiveness than the average camera lens (3 stops vs 4 stops). The average lens has stabilization effectiveness of 4 stops.
175.5 mm longer lens
Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 300mm F 2 8G ED VR II is longer than the average camera lens (267.5 mm vs 92 mm). The average lens has a length of 92 mm.
47 mm wider lens barrel
Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 300mm F 2 8G ED VR II is wider than the average camera lens (124 mm vs 77 mm). The average lens has a diameter of 77 mm.
Fixed lens hood
Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 300mm F 2 8G ED VR II does not include a reversible lens hood, the average camera lens does. 79.6% of camera lenses include a reversible lens hood.
Older release date
Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 300mm F 2 8G ED VR II was released earlier than the average camera lens.
December 2009
175.5 mm longer lens
Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 300mm F 2 8G ED VR II is longer than the average camera lens (267.5 mm vs 92 mm). The average lens has a length of 92 mm.
What it is: The physical length of the lens body from mount to front edge.
When it matters: When bag space, balance, or front clearance matters in a compact travel or video setup.
Importance: HIGH
Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 300mm F 2 8G ED VR II is longer than the average camera lens (267.5 mm vs 92 mm). The average lens has a length of 92 mm.267.5 mm vs 92 mm
47 mm wider lens barrel
Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 300mm F 2 8G ED VR II is wider than the average camera lens (124 mm vs 77 mm). The average lens has a diameter of 77 mm.
What it is: The widest outer diameter of the lens barrel.
When it matters: When grip comfort, filter size, or fit inside a tight camera bag matters to you.
Importance: MEDIUM
Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 300mm F 2 8G ED VR II is wider than the average camera lens (124 mm vs 77 mm). The average lens has a diameter of 77 mm.124 mm vs 77 mm
1.9 m longer minimum focus distance
Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 300mm F 2 8G ED VR II has a higher minimum focus distance than the average camera lens (2.2 m vs 0.3 m). The average lens has a minimum focus distance of 0.3 m.
2.3 m in manual focus.
What it is: The shortest distance at which the lens can focus on a subject.
When it matters: When you like shooting details, food, flowers, or products from a very short distance.
Importance: MEDIUM
Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 300mm F 2 8G ED VR II has a higher minimum focus distance than the average camera lens (2.2 m vs 0.3 m). The average lens has a minimum focus distance of 0.3 m.2.2 m vs 0.3 m
Fixed lens hood
Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 300mm F 2 8G ED VR II does not include a reversible lens hood, the average camera lens does. 79.6% of camera lenses include a reversible lens hood.
What it is: A hood design that can be mounted backward on the lens for more compact storage.
When it matters: When compact packing matters and you want the hood stored neatly on the lens.
Importance: LOW
Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 300mm F 2 8G ED VR II does not include a reversible lens hood, the average camera lens does. 79.6% of camera lenses include a reversible lens hood.
1 stops weaker stabilization
Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 300mm F 2 8G ED VR II has a lower stabilization effectiveness than the average camera lens (3 stops vs 4 stops). The average lens has stabilization effectiveness of 4 stops.
What it is: The rated stabilizer benefit, measured in stops, under CIPA testing standards.
When it matters: When you are comparing stabilized lenses and want to know how much handheld shutter-speed advantage they offer.
Importance: HIGH
Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 300mm F 2 8G ED VR II has a lower stabilization effectiveness than the average camera lens (3 stops vs 4 stops). The average lens has stabilization effectiveness of 4 stops.3 stops vs 4 stops
2 fewer aspherical elements
Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 300mm F 2 8G ED VR II has fewer aspherical elements than the average camera lens (0 vs 2). The average lens has 2 aspherical elements.
What it is: Specially shaped lens elements used to reduce distortion and improve sharpness with fewer optical compromises.
When it matters: When edge sharpness and lower distortion matter in wide-angle, travel, or everyday shooting.
Importance: MEDIUM
Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 300mm F 2 8G ED VR II has fewer aspherical elements than the average camera lens (0 vs 2). The average lens has 2 aspherical elements.0 vs 2
Older release date
Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 300mm F 2 8G ED VR II was released earlier than the average camera lens.
December 2009
What it is: The date when the lens model was first officially introduced.
When it matters: When you prefer a newer optical design with more modern autofocus, coatings, or stabilization features.
Importance: LOW
Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 300mm F 2 8G ED VR II was released earlier than the average camera lens.2009 vs 2016
10.04x more expensive
Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 300mm F 2 8G ED VR II is more expensive than the average camera lens (£5,320 vs £530).
Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 300mm F 2 8G ED VR II is more expensive than the average camera lens (£5,320 vs £530).£5,320 vs £530

Expert reviews

ephotozine.com

04/03/2013

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Nikon AF-S Nikkor 300mm f/2.8G ED VRII Review

The ePHOTOzine review of the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 300mm f/2.8G ED VRII highlights the lens as a top-tier, professional-grade optic offering superb sharpness at f/2.8, rapid autofocus via a Silent Wave Motor, and a durable, weather-sealed magnesium construction. Key features noted are the three Extra-low Dispersion (ED) elements and Nano Crystal Coat designed to combat aberrations and flare. While optically superior, the lens is very expensive and heavy, making it challenging for handheld use and accessible mainly to professionals. The review recommends potential users consider renting the lens due to these high costs and physical demands.

photographylife.com

02/07/2020

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Nikon 300mm f/2.8G VR II Review

The Photography Life review deems the Nikon 300mm f/2.8G ED VR II a professional, high-performance telephoto lens, highlighting its incredible edge-to-edge sharpness, contrast, and excellent bokeh at f/2.8. It is praised for its versatility with teleconverters, fast autofocus, and effective VR II stabilization, making it ideal for sports and wildlife photography. Despite the high praise, the review highlights an ergonomic flaw where the oversized manual focus ring, located too close to the tripod collar, leads to accidental adjustments during handheld shooting. The lens is also described as heavy and expensive, restricting its use to professional, rather than casual, photographers.

kenrockwell.com

16/12/2014

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Nikon 300mm f/2.8 VR II Review

Ken Rockwell’s review characterizes the Nikon 300mm f/2.8 VR II as a professional-grade, state-of-the-art telephoto lens that delivers ultra-sharp images, even at maximum aperture. Key benefits include rapid, precise autofocus and effective vibration reduction for handheld shooting. Ken Rockwell The primary limitations highlighted are the lens's large, heavy, and conspicuous physical design, along with a high price point suited only for professionals or dedicated users. It is deemed a necessary, high-performance tool, rather than a versatile option for casual photographers.

throughthefmount.com

30/12/2020

Summary of the review

AF-S Nikkor 300mm f/2.8G VRII review

The AF-S Nikkor 300mm f/2.8G VRII is an outstanding, professionally built telephoto lens that delivers uniform and exceptional optical performance, supported by a highly effective built-in vibration reduction (VR) system. The reviewer notes that it seamlessly integrates with Nikon's TC-E teleconverters, expanding its utility for wildlife photography. For example, combining it with a TC-14EII on a DX body (like the D7500) or a TC-20EIII on an FX body (like the D4) creates highly capable setups that benefit from the lens's rapid autofocus and useful AF-lock buttons. Additionally, opting for a DX body provides a distinct advantage by making the overall system one f-stop faster, which allows the autofocus system to lock onto subjects more quickly and reliably. Despite listing "none" under the formal drawbacks section, the reviewer highlights specific physical and optical limitations during practical use. Weighing over 4kg when combined with a camera body and teleconverter, hand-held shooting quickly becomes exhausting and annoying during prolonged wildlife tracking, making a sturdy monopod a necessary compromise. Furthermore, the lens encounters resolving power limitations depending on the teleconverter and camera sensor combination....

dxomark.com

15/07/2013

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Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 300mm f/2.8G ED VR II - DxOMark

The DXOMARK review evaluates the Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 300mm f/2.8G ED VR II as a legendary, high-speed telephoto lens designed to offer the absolute highest image quality for specialist photography. Tested on a Nikon D800E camera, it achieved a high overall DXOMARK Score of 38 and an impressive Sharpness metric of 33 P-Mpix. Optically, the lens excels with incredibly low distortion measuring at 0.1%, minimal vignetting at -1 EV, and very well-controlled chromatic aberration at just 6 µm. These figures are backed by premium internal technologies, including three extra-low dispersion (ED) glass elements to reduce color fringing, Nano Crystal Coat to diminish ghosting and flare, and a fast, ultrasonic-type Silent Wave AF motor. Additionally, it features an advanced 4-stop VR II image stabilization system to ensure stable, blur-free shooting in challenging conditions. However, the review highlights distinct limitations, primarily noting that this specialized lens is highly pricey and restricted to specific use cases like sports and wildlife photography. It also achieves a transmission score of 3.1 TStop, losing a small fraction of light compared to its f/2.8 physical aperture rating....

digitalkamera.de

01/01/2011

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DigitalPhoto AF-S Nikkor 300 mm f/2.8G ED VR II

The review on digitalkamera.de highlights the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 300 mm f/2.8G ED VR II as a professional-grade lens engineered for high-demand action, sports, and wildlife photography. It receives praise for outstanding optical performance, exceptional sharpness, and fast, silent autofocus, featuring effective VR II stabilization and Nano Crystal Coating. Key constraints include a high price point of roughly 6,000 Euros and a heavy, nearly three-kilogram weight that restricts handheld use.

dxomark.fr

Date non spécifiée

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Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 300mm f/2.8G ED VR II Review - DxOMark

The Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 300mm f/2.8G ED VR II is a legendary, high-speed telephoto prime lens designed for professionals specializing in sports and wildlife photography. In their lab testing, DXOMARK awarded the lens a strong overall score of 38, highlighting its peak performance when shot wide open at 300mm and f/2.8. The lens excels heavily in its core optical metrics, delivering an exceptional sharpness score of 33 P-Mpix alongside a highly efficient light transmission of 3.1 TStop. Optically, its prominent pros include virtually untraceable distortion measuring at just 0.1%, highly controlled vignetting at -1 EV, and almost non-existent chromatic aberration constrained to a mere 6 µm. Additionally, its physical advantages feature a premium Nano Crystal Coat to aggressively minimize ghosting and lens flare, a robust 4-stop Vibration Reduction (VR II) image stabilization system, and a swift, quiet ultrasonic Silent Wave Motor (SWM) for precise autofocusing. Despite its world-class optical performance, DXOMARK and industry testing note a few notable drawbacks. The primary cons associated with this lens are its restricted specialized usage and steep, premium price tag, which naturally places it...

cameramarket.it

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Nikon AF-S Nikkor 300mm f/2.8G IF-ED VR II Review

The Nikon AF-S Nikkor 300mm f/2.8G IF-ED VR II is a professional-grade telephoto lens featuring exceptional sharpness, Nano Crystal Coat, and a fast, silent autofocus system. The lens also incorporates a highly effective second-generation Vibration Reduction (VR II) mechanism and a robust, weather-sealed construction suitable for demanding field operations. While delivering superior image quality, the lens is very expensive, heavy (roughly 2,900 grams), and can cause significant battery drain during prolonged use. It is primarily suited for professional sports and wildlife photographers who require maximum optical performance.

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