Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 55-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR

AF-S DX NIKKOR 55-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR

Announced : 19-08-2010

A DX-format super-telephoto zoom lens with built-in vibration reduction for simple and enjoyable 5.5x super-telephoto shooting.

Key Features

A 5.5x super-telephoto zoom lens with a focal length of 55-300 mm

The first interchangeable lens to utilise a high refractive index (HRI) lens element, which allows for a more compact and lightweight size, as well as offering pleasing rendering performance

With a refractive index of 2.0 or higher, the use of a single HRI lens element provides the same benefits as multiple elements made of standard optical glass. In addition, as this single lens element also compensates for focal plane curvature and spherical aberration, the lens itself could be made smaller and lighter yet still offer 5.5x magnification and support for super-telephoto shooting at up to 300 mm. It exhibits excellent contrast and sharp rendering throughout the entire frame even at maximum aperture. 

Built-in vibration reduction (VR II) offering camera shake compensation equivalent to a shutter speed increase of approximately four steps

The benefits of vibration reduction are best demonstrated with super-telephoto shooting. This feature stabilises the view through the viewfinder for simpler focusing. 

Two ED lens elements used for superior chromatic aberration compensation

Equipped with a Silent Wave Motor (SWM) for extremely quiet autofocusing

Technical Specifications

Lens Construction (Elements/Groups) :  17 elements / 11 groups (2 ED glasses)

Picture Angle with Nikon DX Format  :  28° 50'- 5° 20'

Minimum f/stop  :   22-29  

Closest focusing distance  :   1.4 m

Maximum reproduction ratio  :   0.28x

Filter Attachment Size  :   58 mm

Lens Cap  :  Snap-on

Lens Hood  :  HB-57

Lens Case  :   CL-1020

Dimensions (approx.) (from the camera’s lens mounting flange)   :   Approx. 76.5 x 123 mm

Weight (approx.)  :   Approx 530 g