Nikon AF-S 300mm f/4.0 E PF ED VR

Compact and Lightweight Telephoto Prime Lens for Nikon F-Mount Cameras

Overview

The Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 300mm f/4E PF ED VR is a compact and lightweight telephoto prime lens designed for Nikon F-mount cameras. Featuring a Phase Fresnel (PF) lens element, advanced vibration reduction, and high-quality optics, this lens offers exceptional image quality and portability. It is ideal for sports, wildlife, and action photography where a long reach and easy handling are crucial.

Key Features

High-Performance Telephoto Prime

• 300mm Focal Length: Provides a long reach, perfect for capturing distant subjects such as wildlife, sports, and action scenes.
• Fixed f/4 Aperture: Balances a bright maximum aperture with a compact and lightweight design, suitable for various lighting conditions.

Superior Optical Performance

• Advanced Optical Design: Features 16 elements in 10 groups, including one Phase Fresnel (PF) element and one Extra-low Dispersion (ED) element to minimize chromatic aberrations and distortions, ensuring high resolution and contrast.
• Nano Crystal Coat: Reduces flare and ghosting, enhancing contrast and clarity even in challenging lighting conditions.

Advanced Vibration Reduction

• Vibration Reduction (VR): Provides up to 4.5 stops of shake correction, enabling sharp and clear images, especially in low-light conditions or when shooting handheld.
• Sport VR Mode: Designed for tracking fast-moving subjects, ensuring a stable viewfinder image with minimal blur.

Fast and Accurate Autofocus

• Silent Wave Motor (SWM): Delivers fast, accurate, and quiet autofocus performance, ideal for both still photography and video recording.
• Full-Time Manual Focus Override: Allows manual focus adjustments even in AF mode, providing greater control over focusing.

Specifications

• Model: Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 300mm f/4E PF ED VR
• Mount Type: Nikon F mount (Full-Frame/FX-format)
• Focal Length: 300mm
• Maximum Aperture: f/4
• Minimum Aperture: f/32
• Lens Elements/Groups: 16 elements in 10 groups
• Diaphragm Blades: 9, rounded
• Minimum Focus Distance: 1.4 m (4.6 ft)
• Maximum Magnification: 0.24x
• Filter Diameter: 77mm
• Dimensions: 89 x 147.5 mm (3.5 x 5.8 in)
• Weight: 755 g (1.66 lbs)

Additional Benefits

Compact and Lightweight Design

• Portable Build: Weighing only 755 grams, this lens is easy to carry and handle, making it a great choice for travel and handheld shooting.
• User-Friendly Interface: Simple design and operation make it suitable for both beginners and experienced photographers.

Enhanced Creative Flexibility

• Ideal for Various Photography Styles: Perfect for capturing wildlife, sports, action, and distant scenes with high detail and clarity.
• Compact Telephoto: The Phase Fresnel element allows for a more compact design without compromising image quality.