Description
Features
* 4.3x, 70-300mm telephoto zoom (picture angle, when used with Nikon DX format digital SLRs is equivalent to a 105-450mm on a 35mm format SLR)
* The VRII minimizes camera shake by offering the equivalent of a shutter speed 4 stops faster. Normal and Active modes are available
* Two ED glass elements
* The SWM enables fast and quiet autofocusing, and smooth switching between autofocus and manual operation
* Two focus modes are available — M/A and M
* The IF design provides a constant lens length and eliminates rotation of the front lens element, facilitating the use of circular polarizing filters
* Nine-blade rounded diaphragm opening
Specifications
Lens construction
17 elements in 12 groups (two ED glass elements)
Picture angle
34°20’ – 8°10’ [22°50’ – 5°20’ with Nikon digital cameras (Nikon DX format)]
Focal-length scale
70, 100, 135, 200, 300mm
Number of diaphragm blades
9 (rounded)
Minimum f stop
32-40
Closest focusing distance
1.5m (4.9 ft.) (through the entire zoom range)
Maximum reproduction ratio
1/4
Zoom control
Manual, via separate zoom ring
Macro focusing
N/A
Focus-limit switch
N/A
M/A mode
Available
Focus lock button
N/A
Weight (approx.):
745g
Dimensions (approx.) (from the camera’s lens mounting flange)
80 x 143.5mm
Lens cap
Snap-on
Lens hood
HB-36
Lens case
CL-1022
Tripod collar
N/A
External front filter attachment frame
Does not rotate
External front filter
N/A
Slip-on filter
N/A
Built-in/rear filter
N/A
Circular polarizing filter II
Usable, even with dedicated Lens Hood HB-36
Infrared compensation scale
Available
Supplied accessories
67mm Snap-on front lens cap (LC-67), Rear lens cap (LF-1), Bayonet hood (HB-36), Flexible lens pouch (CL-1022)
Optional accessories
67mm screw-in filters
Aperture ring
N/A
Distance scale
Does have
