Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 300mm f/28G ED VR II Lens

A super telephoto distinguished by its fast design - the Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 300mm f/28G ED VR II is further characterized by its advanced optical layout - fast focusing - and image stabilization Well-suited for sports and wildlife photography - the bright f/28 maximum aperture suits working in a variety of lighting conditions and also promotes working with shallow depth of field and selective focus techniques The optical design includes three extra-low dispersion elements - which help to minimize chromatic aberrations and color fringing in order to gain higher clarity and color accuracy Both Nano Crystal and Super Integrated Coatings have also been applied to reduce flare and ghosting for greater contrast and color rendering Complementing the optics - this lens also sports a Silent Wave Motor for fast and accurate autofocus along with VR II image stabilization to minimize the appearance of camera shake by three stops

Features: F-Mount Lens/FX Format, Aperture Range: f/2.8 to f/22, Three Extra-Low Dispersion Elements, Nano Crystal & Super Integrated Coatings, Silent Wave Motor AF System, VR II Image Stabilization, Detachable, Rotatable Tripod Collar, Rounded 9-Blade Diaphragm

Focal Length: 300mm

Maximum Aperture: f/2.8

Minimum Aperture: f/22

Lens Mount: Nikon F

Lens Format Coverage: Full-Frame

Angle of View: 8° 10'

Minimum Focus Distance: 7.22' / 2.2 m

Maximum Magnification: 0.16x

Optical Design: 11 Elements in 8 Groups

Diaphragm Blades: 9 - Rounded

Focus Type: Autofocus

Image Stabilization: Yes

Tripod Collar: Removable and Rotating

Tripod Mounting Thread: 1x 1/4-inch -20 Female

Filter Size: 52 mm (Drop-In)

Dimensions (ø x L): 4.88 x 10.53-inch / 124 x 267.5 mm

Weight: 6.38 lb / 2900 g