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Nikon AF-S 300mm f/2.8G ED-IF VR Nikkor
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Mon February 19, 2007
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100% of reviewers
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£2,550.00
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10.0
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Description:
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Super Fast Telephoto AF-S Lens with Vibration Reduction and new Nano-Crystal AR coat.
Nikon's exclusive Silent Wave Motor enables ultra-high speed autofocusing with exceptional accuracy and powerful super-quiet operation.
Vibration Reduction (VR) technology offers the equivalent of using a shutter speed 3 stops faster. In addition, active vibration mode selection possible for use in active situations such as a moving boat, car or plane and provides VR performance with Automatic detection of panning
VR On/Off mode available.
Internal Focusing (IF) design for smoother focusing
Exceptionally high optical performance; compatible with both 35mm and digital SLR models
Three ED glass elements effectively compensates for magnification and virtually eliminate chromatic aberration Meniscus protective glass element to overcome internal reflections from digital imaging sensor
Focus Mode switch enables quick response to changing situations with quick-switching between M/A (Manual-Priority Autofocus) and M (Manual Focus) modes. AF operation switch enables easy selection of settings
Focus Preset function instantly recalls a preset focal point
Focus Limiter switch limits AF-servo movement to a selected shooting distance range
Compatibility with Nikon's TC-14EII (1.4x), new TC-17EII (1.7x), and TC-20EII (2.0x) teleconverters extends the flexibility and total reach of the lens to as long as 600mm when mounted on a 35mm film SLR, and the same angle of view as a 900mm when mounted on a Nikon D-SLR camera.
Technical Specifications
Focal Length: 300mm
Maximum Aperture: f/2.8
Lens Construction: 11 elements in 8 groups (with 3 ED glass elements); +1 meniscus protective glass element.
Picture Angle: 8 degrees 10 minutes
Minimum Focus Distance: 2.2m (86.6 in./ 7.2 ft.)
Maximum Reproduction Ratio: 1:6.1 (x 0.16)
Filter/Attachment Size: 52 mm
Dimensions: Approx. 124 x 268 mm (4.9 x 10.6 in.)
Weight: Approx. 2.85 kg (6.38 lbs)
Optional Accessories: Slip-in Circular polarizing filter (C-PL1L), Teleconverters: TC-14E II, TC-17E II, TC-20E II
Included Accessories: 52mm filter holder, LN-1 Strap, HK-30 Hood, CL-L1 Semi soft case, front cover, rear cap
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Keywords:
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Nikon 300mm f/2.8G ED-IF AF-S VR Nikkor
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Author
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VinnyP
Forum Regular
Registered: February 2006
Location: Surbiton Surrey
Posts: 1147
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Review Date: Mon February 19, 2007
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Would you recommend the product? Yes |
Price you paid?: £2,550.00
| Rating: 10
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Pros:
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Fast, image quality, Really good VR, well built. good handling..
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Cons:
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No conventional lens cap.
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I had the Sigma 300 2.8 but traded up when the VR Nikkor came out, this is what VR was designed for. This is a great telephoto lens which deserves it's reputation. Its very fast to focus and surprisingly compact. It is not light but handles well enough to hand hold if absolutely necessary which is where the VR comes into it's own.
A quick example I took over the weekend. This was at the end of the day and light was very bad. It's handheld at 1/100. Remember this is an effective focal length of 450mm. This has not been processed other than a vanilla raw conversion.
Its very well made and takes pin sharp images at all apertures and works well wide open.
The wrap around cover protects it well and the case is well made if a little fiddly. I prefer it to the hard cases as with the 600 but more traditional users may not. The hood looks like carbon fibre and doesn't really suit but that's just cosmetic. I would like to see a regular lens cap though to reduce bulk and make it quicker to use from cold.
It's got a focus memory but I haven't made much use of that, I think this is more for the press men who want to be able to snap around but come back to a fixed point quickly.
I've tried it with my digital and film bodies, and all 3 tele convertors and it does what I want of it. Its great for sports, action and even outdoor portraits if you need some distance from the subject. If it's in budget then there is nothing to compete with it if you need what it offers. But if you can manage with F4 save the money have a photographic short break and have a lens thats much easier to carry
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