Nikon Nikkor AF-P 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6E ED VR Lens
The Nikon 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6E ED VR is a 70–300mm f/4.5 lens designed for Nikon F mount cameras. Used copies start from $229.99 on GearFocus, with buyer protection on every purchase.
Nikon Nikkor AF-P 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6E ED VR Lens
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Lens Overview — Nikon 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6E ED VR
Key Features — Nikon 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6E ED VR
70-300mm Telephoto Zoom: Covers a versatile telephoto range suitable for sports, wildlife, and travel photography on both full-frame and crop-sensor Nikon F-mount bodies.
AF-P Stepping Motor: Uses a pulse-driven stepping motor for near-silent, fast, and smooth autofocus — particularly well-suited to video and continuous tracking.
Optical VR Stabilization: Built-in Vibration Reduction helps compensate for camera shake during handheld shooting at longer focal lengths.
ED Glass Element: Extra-low dispersion glass reduces chromatic aberration, helping to maintain sharpness and color accuracy throughout the zoom range.
Electromagnetic Aperture Diaphragm: The 'E' designation means aperture is controlled electronically, enabling more consistent exposure during burst shooting.
Nikon F Mount: Compatible with the full range of Nikon F-mount DSLRs, including both full-frame and APS-C bodies.
Lens Specifications — Nikon 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6E ED VR
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Wildlife, Sports, Travel |
| Lens Type | Zoom |
| Format | Full Frame |
| Zoom/Prime | Zoom |
| Focal Length | 70–300mm |
| Maximum Aperture | f/4.5 |
| Camera System | DSLR |
| Lens Mount | Nikon F |
| Autofocus | Yes |
| Focus Type | Auto, Manual |
| Image Stabilization | Optical |
| Filter Thread | 67mm |
Description — Nikon 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6E ED VR
The Nikon Nikkor AF-P 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6E is a full-frame telephoto zoom lens designed for Nikon F-mount DSLR cameras. Covering a 70–300mm focal length range, it offers meaningful reach for subjects at a distance while remaining compatible with the full range of Nikon F-mount DSLR bodies. The lens features optical image stabilization, helping to control camera shake during handheld telephoto shooting.
With a maximum aperture of f/4.5, it gathers reasonable light at the wide end of its zoom range. Focusing is flexible, supporting both autofocus and manual focus modes to suit a variety of shooting scenarios. The 67mm filter thread accommodates a widely available range of accessory filters without requiring step-up rings.
At 680 grams, the lens is a manageable carry for full-day shoots. Whether you're tracking moving subjects or composing at longer distances, this lens provides a versatile telephoto zoom option within the Nikon F-mount system.
Pros — Nikon 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6E ED VR
- ✓Full-frame coverage with a 70–300mm focal length range, offering substantial telephoto reach
- ✓Optical image stabilization helps reduce camera shake during handheld telephoto shooting
- ✓Supports both autofocus and manual focus, providing flexible shooting control
Cons — Nikon 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6E ED VR
- ✗Maximum aperture of f/4.5 is relatively modest for a telephoto zoom, limiting low-light performance
- ✗Compatible exclusively with Nikon F-mount cameras, limiting use to that specific system
- ✗No minimum aperture, closest focus distance, or magnification data available in specifications to evaluate close-focus capability
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