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Nikon AF-S FX NIKKOR F/4D IF-ED 300mm Fixed Zoom Lens with Auto Focus for Nikon DSLR Cameras
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Brand | Nikon |
Focal Length Description | 300 mm |
Lens Type | Telephoto |
Compatible Mountings | Nikon F (FX) |
Camera Lens Description | 300 month |
About this item
- Lens not zoomable
- Compact super-telephoto lens for travel, sports, wildlife, and stock photography
- Super-fast, super-quiet lens using Silent Wave motor technology
- ED glass elements for high-resolution and high-contrast images
- M/A mode allows rapid switching between autofocus and manual operation
- Nine-blade rounded diaphragm achieves a natural blur for out-of-focus elements
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Picture quality | 5.0 | 4.5 | 4.7 | 4.3 | 4.6 | — |
Auto focus | 4.8 | 4.6 | 4.7 | — | 4.6 | 5.0 |
Value for money | 5.0 | 4.6 | — | 4.2 | — | 4.7 |
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lens type | Telephoto | Standard | Telephoto | Wide Angle | Telephoto | Telephoto |
compatible mountings | Nikon F (FX) | Nikon F (FX) | Nikon F (FX) | Nikon F (FX) | Nikon F | Nikon F (FX) |
lens design | Zoom | Zoom | Zoom | Zoom | Zoom | Zoom |
focus type | Ultrasonic | Auto Focus | Ultrasonic | Auto Focus | Auto Focus | Auto Focus |
minimum focal length | 300 millimeters | 24 millimeters | 80 millimeters | 20 millimeters | 200 millimeters | 300 millimeters |
max focal length | 300 millimeters | 85 millimeters | 400 millimeters | 20 millimeters | 500 millimeters | 300 millimeters |
fixed focal length | 300 millimeters | 85 millimeters | 400 millimeters | 20 millimeters | 500 millimeters | 300 millimeters |
real angle of view | 8.14 degrees | 0 arc minute | 30.15 degrees | — | — | 0 arc minute |
Product Description
From the Manufacturer
Lens-making is an art--Nikon artisans craft Nikkor optics from the finest materials, taking pride in adding their intellect and technique to bring the world's finest lenses to life. They push the leading edge of lens-making in their effort to provide the "glass" that makes the world's greatest pictures.
AF Nikkor lenses work with Nikon SLRs for optimal performance, even the very latest. The Nikon 300mm f4D IF-ED AF-S is a compact super-telephoto lens for travel, sports, wildlife and stock photography. It is a super fast, super quiet lens using Silent Wave motor technology, with ED glass elements for high-resolution and high-contrast images. It features a 4.8-foot closest focusing distance, M/A mode that allows rapid switching between autofocus and manual operation, and a nine-blade rounded diaphragm that achieves a natural blur for out-of-focus elements.
ED glass: An essential element of Nikkor telephoto lenses
Nikon developed ED (Extra-low Dispersion) glass to enable the production of lenses that offer superior sharpness and color correction by minimizing chromatic aberration. Put simply, chromatic aberration is a type of image and color dispersion that occurs when light rays of varying wavelengths pass through optical glass. In the past, correcting this problem for telephoto lenses required special optical elements that offer anomalous dispersion characteristics--specifically calcium fluoride crystals. However, fluorite easily cracks and is sensitive to temperature changes that can adversely affect focusing by altering the lens' refractive index. So Nikon designers and engineers put their heads together and came up with ED glass, which offers all the benefits and none of the drawbacks of calcium fluorite-based glass. With this innovation, Nikon developed several types of ED glass suitable for various lenses. They deliver stunning sharpness and contrast even at their largest apertures. In this way, Nikkor's ED-series lenses exemplify Nikon's preeminence in lens innovation and performance.
Nikon Super Integrated Coating ensures exceptional performance
To enhance the performance of its optical lens elements, Nikon employs an exclusive multilayer lens coating that helps reduce ghost and flare to a negligible level. Nikon Super Integrated Coating achieves a number of objectives, including minimized reflection in the wider wavelength range and superior color balance and reproduction. Nikon Super Integrated Coating is especially effective for lenses with a large number of elements, like our Zoom-Nikkors. Also, Nikon's multilayer coating process is tailored to the design of each particular lens. The number of coatings applied to each lens element is carefully calculated to match the lens type and glass used, and also to assure the uniform color balance that characterizes Nikkor lenses. This results in lenses that meet much higher standards than the rest of the industry.
Internal Focusing
Imagine being able to focus a lens without it changing in size. Nikon's IF technology enables just that. All internal optical movement is limited to the interior of the non-extending lens barrel. This allows for a more compact, lightweight construction as well as a closer focusing distance. In addition, a smaller and lighter focusing lens group is employed to ensure faster focusing. The IF system is featured in most Nikkor telephoto and selected Nikkor zoom lenses.
Distance information
D-type and G-type Nikkors relay subject-to-camera distance information to AF Nikon camera bodies. This then makes possible advances like 3D Matrix Metering and 3D Multi-Sensor Balanced Fill-Flash. Note: D-type and G-type Nikkors provide distance information to the following cameras: Auto exposure; F6, F5, F100, F90X, F80, F75, F70, F65, F60, F55, F50, Pronea S, Pronea 600i, D2 series, D1 series, D100, and D70s/D70. Flash control; F6, F5, F100, F90X, F80, F75, F70, D2 series, D1 series, D100, and D70s/D70 cameras.
Silent Wave Motor
Nikon's AF-S technology is yet another reason professional photographers like Nikkor telephoto lenses. AF-S Nikkors feature Nikon's SWM which converts "traveling waves" into rotational energy to focus the optics. This enables high-speed autofocusing that's extremely accurate and super quiet.
M/A mode
AF-S Nikkors feature Nikon's exclusive M/A mode, that allows switching from autofocus to manual operation with virtually no time lag--even during AF servo operation and regardless of AF mode in use.
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Lens, 77mm snap-on front lens cap, rear lens cap LF-1, semi-soft case CL-M2.
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Product Dimensions | 8.78 x 3.54 x 3.54 inches |
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Item Weight | 3.17 pounds |
ASIN | B00005LEOM |
Item model number | 1909 |
Customer Reviews |
4.2 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #1,963 in SLR Camera Lenses |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | Yes |
Date First Available | September 22, 2002 |
Manufacturer | Nikon |
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Customers like the quality, sharpness, and value of the lens. For example, they mention it's a great lens, with enough detail, and it'll take great pictures with enough light. Some appreciate the autofocus, saying it'd focus quickly. That said, some disagree on portability.
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Customers are satisfied with the image quality of the lens. They mention that the autofocus works great, it takes great pictures, and the 1.4 tele extender is wonderful for clear and crisp wildlife photos with a tripod. The lens gives great images with enough detail to crop heavily if necessary, and razor sharp images. It has almost no negative impact on image quality, and can pull off some nice shots. The internal focusing is capable of producing photos that rival much more expensive lenses, and its clarity is stunning.
"...the reach 40% (to 420mm, albeit at f5.6) with almost NO negative impact on image quality. You can (and should!)..." Read more
"...yielded amazing close-ups with a large duck family as well as very good distant shots (about 60 yds) of a blue heron...." Read more
"This is an awesome lens and, in my opinion, a great choice for wildlife photography on foot and from a kayak. I picked mine up used...." Read more
"Pros: Beautiful blur at F4 for backgrounds and a sharp subject, Good for shaded areas when matched with the right iso can pull of some nice shots...." Read more
Customers like the focus of the camera lens. They say that the autofocus is quick, and the lens can be overridden if necessary. They also say that it locks focus quickly and tracks birds in flight with no trouble. Customers also appreciate the quiet internal focusing and the focus distance limiter, which makes it better for high speed moving.
"...Bokeh is GORGEOUS.I find the focusing to be quite speedy with my D7100...." Read more
"...This one has auto focus, which is nice with the D800. About the only thing that would make it better is vibration reduction...." Read more
"...With extra low dispersion "ED" glass and fast, silent internal focusing, it is capable of producing photos that rival much more expensive lenses...." Read more
"...The autofocus works great, the picture quality is great...." Read more
Customers are impressed with the quality of the lens. They say it's a great entry-level lens for wildlife, and is well-made. Customers also mention that the lens is quick to focus and has excellent bokeh.
"...Build quality is good. Unlike the older built-like-a-tank Nikkor lenses, this AF-S model is a little plasticky...." Read more
"...They are big heavy monsters. They have the VR stuff which is great. They are a stop or two faster, also great in the woods...." Read more
"This used lens has great quality and was shipped quite fast. A little loud auto focus, but is still worth the money. A recommended purchase." Read more
"...Great buy! Great lens!! Very light with a very reasonable reach for birding!!" Read more
Customers are satisfied with the sharpness of the lens. They mention that it is incredibly sharp, has very useful sharpness wide open, and is tack sharp.
"...In fact, it's insanely sharp with no purple fringing. If you want to see fine feather detail when birding, this is your lens...." Read more
"...I feel the lens has very useful sharpness wide open, even after pixel peeking later at home...." Read more
"...It's as sharp as everyone says and I've had no issues with the tripod mount...." Read more
"Updated: Best lens. A little heavy when handheld for 2-3 hours, but tack sharp. I rest a bit on a monopod by the second or third game...." Read more
Customers appreciate the value of the lens. They say it's well worth the price.
"...A little loud auto focus, but is still worth the money. A recommended purchase." Read more
"Nikon's 300mm f/4 ED-IF AF-S telephoto lens is a excellent value and an excellent choice for shooting Sports, wildlife and portraits. At 3.17 lbs.,..." Read more
"...to return to this lens because of its performance, portability and low price, i use it now with my nikon z6 and nikon 1.7 tele converter for great..." Read more
"Absolutely amazing lens for the money. If you can live without VR, this lens is about perfect...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the performance of the lens. For example, they mention it works well in available light, has ED glass, and is fast with silent internal focusing. It's an excellent choice for shooting sports, wildlife, and portraits, and it was shipped quite fast.
"...They have the VR stuff which is great. They are a stop or two faster, also great in the woods. They may be longer, also nice...." Read more
"This used lens has great quality and was shipped quite fast. A little loud auto focus, but is still worth the money. A recommended purchase." Read more
"Pros: Beautiful blur at F4 for backgrounds and a sharp subject, Good for shaded areas when matched with the right iso can pull of some nice shots...." Read more
"...With extra low dispersion "ED" glass and fast, silent internal focusing, it is capable of producing photos that rival much more expensive lenses...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the portability of the lens. Some mention that it's compact, light enough to carry, and easy to handhold while shooting outdoor sports. However, others say that it is a little heavy when handheld for 2-3 hours.
"...I picked mine up used. It's quite an easy lens to carry around for hiking etc...." Read more
"...This lens is incredibly sharp.The lens is a little on the heavy side for anyone coming from consumer lenses...." Read more
"...The monopod helps stabilize and lets me frame the shots, and is light enough to carry attached to the lens...." Read more
"...They are big heavy monsters. They have the VR stuff which is great. They are a stop or two faster, also great in the woods...." Read more
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I also considered a 70-200, but decided instead to get a dedicated telephoto instrument. I wanted a scalpel, not a Swiss Army knife.
I am using this lens primarily for birding and wildlife photography, although with a focus distance of around 4 feet, it's surprisingly useful for flowers and the like. You might think that a 300mm prime is limited, but it's actually a versatile lens.
The most obvious plus is that this lens is TACK SHARP. In fact, it's insanely sharp with no purple fringing. If you want to see fine feather detail when birding, this is your lens.
Bokeh is GORGEOUS.
I find the focusing to be quite speedy with my D7100. And by the way, I like the built-in lens hood very much.
I sometimes pair this lens with a Nikon AF-S 1.4 Teleconverter. This extends the reach 40% (to 420mm, albeit at f5.6) with almost NO negative impact on image quality. You can (and should!) read about the 1.4 teleconverter here on Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00KBC1WUY/?tag=loloho-20
If you come to this lens from any consumer telephoto lens, prepare for your first good shots to deliver some exciting "WOW" moments. As Oliver Wendell Holmes said about obscenity: you'll know it when you see it. This lens is incredibly sharp.
The lens is a little on the heavy side for anyone coming from consumer lenses. Sure, compared to the bazooka f2.8 telephoto lenses it's rather svelte, but I find it at the limit of what I care to handhold on a walkabout. I usually use some form of support with this lens. You need a robust tripod for rock steady shots.
Without VR, your handholding technique is critical. Of course you will have better results at higher shutter speeds. I usually shoot at 1/500 or faster when handholding the lens.
Build quality is good. Unlike the older built-like-a-tank Nikkor lenses, this AF-S model is a little plasticky. It feels solid in the hands, but needless to say, I don't wanna drop it.
I am very pleased with this purchase, and frankly wish I'd bought the lens years ago. If you are thinking about it, and you are ready for it in terms of your photographic skill, go ahead and get it! Life is too short for mediocre lenses.
Enter the 300 f4 AF-s. I researched it and was concerned about comments regarding slow focus and softness wide open. I bought it and my experience has no residual concerns in these areas. With shooting mode set to continuous high, I was able to pan on a speedboat on a pond about 150 yds away behind a barrier of bushes about 20 yds away from my position. . There was a break in the bushes about 4 ft across. Two sequential shots wide open with a shutter speed above 1/1000th (about 1/5 second apart) show the bushes in sharp focus (and the speed boat barely recognizable in out of focus blur) and subsequently with the speedboat in sharp focus. I was very impressed.
A day out on the water in my Kayak yielded amazing close-ups with a large duck family as well as very good distant shots (about 60 yds) of a blue heron. I was shooting in both sunlight and in partly cloudy conditions but was able to shoot very well at about 1/500 shutter with prudent technique to prevent camera motion blur. I feel the lens has very useful sharpness wide open, even after pixel peeking later at home. A very slight benefit could be observed (at pixel peeking magnification) with any amount of stopping down - even 1/3rd stop.
I was also able to see some very slight focus error on some of the closer pics but it seriously doesn't affect their printed output since all had adequate DOF, even wide open. I may or may not attempt to adjust.
Bottom line - A KEEPER.
What happened to the old lens? Well I have this kid, and he seems to have a Nikon as well. The old lens seems to have gone home with him after his last visit.
Would I take this one over one of the "big ones?". I'm not sure I would. Spending > $5,000 on a lens is a a bit out of my league. They are big heavy monsters. They have the VR stuff which is great. They are a stop or two faster, also great in the woods. They may be longer, also nice. I'm just not sure I'd ever take them out walking around in the field. This one plus the D800 is plenty heavy enough for me.
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1. Foto: 600 mm/F8
2. Foto: 300 mm/F4
Reviewed in Germany on January 10, 2020
1. Foto: 600 mm/F8
2. Foto: 300 mm/F4
Sin embargo, requiere cuidado con la firmeza del pulso y la velocidad de obturación, ya que no tiene estabilizador
My other telelens is a Nikon 55-200vr that I like very much. However, I found myself too often cropping the photos to a level where I pushed the capacity of the lens too far. Thus, I wanted something with more range. I was not interested in another zoom. I prefer to use my feet or to simply let the lens decide the frame (Is the duck too close.. then, well, I take a photo of its head instead). I also wanted a fast lens for low-light shots. Indeed, I have been out when the sun has dived well below the horizon and still the 300f4 gives me fast shutter speeds without that I have to push the ISO higher than 1000.
To me, the lens is less easy to use for birds in flight: It is not that it is any problem using it hand held during daytime, or any problem with the autofocus, it is fast enough when using the focus lock (>3m), but simply the narrow field of view that comes with the high magnification makes it difficult to locate the bird fast enough. For this my 55-200 is easier. However, with some training I may improve.
I am glad the 300f4 does not replace my 55-200vr, but instead complements it. The 55-200vr is much more portable and is good enough for many purposes. The 300f4 is bulkier, but takes better photos especially when one can be more stationary observing the wild life.
To make the 300f4 more portable I have connected it to a harness: I put a strap tightly around the lens just behind the focus ring where I obtain good balance with the camera attached. On the strap there is a ring. To this ring I connect the carabiners of a harness originally bought for a pair of binoculars (Bushnell). In this way the camera and attached lens hang comfortably across my lower chest. No strain to the back whatsoever. When an object appears the camera is ready in a flash. The elastic straps of the harness, when stretched out while the camera is held in front of the eyes, help to reduce vibrations (i.e. similar to the effect that can be achieved with a hunting rifle when applying the carrying sling in a certain way around the arm before the shot).
I am very satisfied with this lens. It was exactly what I had been looking for. It is a bit heavy, but I feel I solved it with the harness (so no risk it ends up unused at home). And the photos it generates are like.. magic. With this lens I will develop as a photographer and have great fun along the way.