AF Zoom-Nikkor 70-300mm f/4-5.6G
This high-power 4.3x telephoto zoom is a versatile and lightweight answer to bringing family action closer.
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AF Zoom-Nikkor 70-300mm f/4-5.6G
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Great zoom lens for sports photography
I have used this lens for nearly 10 years for many purposes and find that it is just terrific for sports events due to its sharpness even at the maximum zoom setting.
August 18, 2011
Awesome!
I can get 300mm pics with no Blurr with the VR. Pin point accuracy on the Focus! No complaints! I love the lens! ALSO! takes pretty nice macro shots fully extended.
August 1, 2011
Excellent performance despite the cheap price.
First of all it does not have VR and won't auto focus on D3100. For that there is AF-S 55-300 VR at almost 3 times the price of this one (online). This is also one of he two cheapest priced lens in the entire Nikon catalog. So I was hesitant if it is worth buying. It is worth if you are looking for a decent telephoto zoom, won't mind manual focusing, and usually taking pictures during the day. Picture quality is sharp (better than I expected), way better than your 10x point & shoot or SLR looking super zoom. Almost like your kit zoom. It is light so not much of a problem to carry. If you want to shoot in the low light you need 300 f/2.8. Just look at that size and price and if you earn money from photography then you don't need this one. But even then considering the size and price you can keep this one as spare when you are on vacation. I liked this one more than I expected.
May 4, 2011
Smooth motion quick focus
This lens is one of the smoothest transition lenses I have used. The auto focus function is quick and quiet. The VR at maximum zoom allows for hand holding with no distortion or bluring. Manual focus function is also very smooth and easy to use.
May 2, 2011
Great Lens-Great Price-Great Results
I Have enjoyed the good optics, versility, and VR, of this mid range lens. It is recommended for various types of shooting in good lighting or on tripod.Nice addition to your lense arsenal.
April 15, 2011
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All1 year ago
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SIJU gramika
INDIA
Location :
INDIA
Age: 35-44
Favorite Subject: Landscape
Nikon Family: 2-5 years
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
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it won't autofocus but it will work.Answer:
Nikon offers two types of autofocus digital camera bodies: those with a built-in focus drive motor and those which require a lens to have a motor. Cameras such as the D60 do not have a focus motor in it so they require the lens to have the focusing motor – an “AF-S” lens. While these bodies can use a lens with no focus motor (an “AF” lens) you would have to manually turn the focus ring to bring the subject in to sharp focus.
AF Zoom-Nikkor 70-300mm f/4-5.6G
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I know it will not autofocus on d3100..but how is the sharpness in manual focus using d3100?? is this lens good for this camera?
9 months ago
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Anonymous
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the af lens will work fine on the 3100 you will just have no auto focusSep 27, 2011 by
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KenN
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For d3100 AF-s DX 55-300 f4.5-5.6 G ED VR is the correct lens and still affordable. The Vibration Reduction (VR) makes it more practical fo the long end of the zoom when being hand held.
AF Zoom-Nikkor 70-300mm f/4-5.6G
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i am using this lens with a D5000. Can I add a teleconverter to it? If so, which one(s) is compatible?
9 months ago
by
ameteursportsphotos
LA
Location :
LA
Age: 35-44
Favorite Subject: Sports
Nikon Family: 0-1 years
Experience: 3-6 months
Role: Occasional user, memory keeper
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Don't use teleconverter if you want acceptable AF speed.Answer:
No, this lens is not compatible with a teleconverter.5 months, 2 weeks ago
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jredbal
Singapore
Location :
Singapore
Age: 35-44
Favorite Subject: Nature
Nikon Family: 2-5 years
Experience: More than a year
Role: Occasional user, memory keeper
2 Answers
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For future reference, compatibly chart:http://www.nikonusa.com/en_INC/IMG/Assets/Common-Assets/Images/Teleconverter-Compatibility/en_US_Comp_chart.html
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AF Zoom-Nikkor 70-300mm f/4-5.6G
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is the AF-SVR zoom 70-300 f4.5-5.6 IF-ED compatible with any Nikkor Teleconveters?
2 months, 3 weeks ago
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mike
chicago
Location :
chicago
Age: 45-54
Favorite Subject: Nature
Nikon Family: 6-10 years
Experience: More than 10 years
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
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There are no teleconverters that are compatible with this lens. The reason is because the back element on this lens moves too far and will hit the front element of the teleconverter.Hope this helps.
Paul K
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Paul K
So. Cal, USA
Location :
So. Cal, USA
Age: 35-44
Favorite Subject: Landscape
Nikon Family: 2-5 years
Experience: More than a year
Role: Semi-professional photographer
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No1 month ago
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Anonymous
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Nikon offers two types of autofocus digital camera bodies: those with a built-in focus drive motor and those which require a lens to have a motor. Cameras such as the D3200 do not have a focus motor in it so they require the lens to have the focusing motor – an “AF-S” lens. While these bodies can use a lens with no focus motor (an “AF” lens) you would have to manually turn the focus ring to bring the subject in to sharp focus.Answer:
Yes, but no AF.1 year, 2 months ago
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NEW LIFE
SA
Location :
SA
Age: 25-34
Favorite Subject: Travel
Nikon Family: 0-1 years
Experience: Less than a month
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
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Nikon offers two types of autofocus digital camera bodies: those with a built-in focus drive motor and those which require a lens to have a motor. Cameras such as the D5100 do not have a focus motor in it so they require the lens to have the focusing motor – an “AF-S” lens. While these bodies can use a lens with no focus motor (an “AF” lens) you would have to manually turn the focus ring to bring the subject in to sharp focus.You may want to get the AF-S version of this lens.
1 year, 2 months ago
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Anonymous
Age: 55-65
Favorite Subject: Landscape
Nikon Family: 2-5 years
Experience: 6-12 months
Role: Occasional user, memory keeper
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Cameras such as the D40 do not have a focus motor in it so they require the lens to have the focusing motor – an “AF-S” lens. While these bodies can use a lens with no focus motor (an “AF” lens) you would have to manually turn the focus ring to bring the subject in to sharp focus.You may want to try the AF-S version of this lens.
1 year ago
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Anonymous
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Yes.
AF Zoom-Nikkor 70-300mm f/4-5.6G
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Hi is this lens AF Zoom-Nikkor 70-300mm f/4-5.6G compatable with nikon d700?
Hi is this lens AF Zoom-Nikkor 70-300mm f/4-5.6G compatable with nikon d700? as last question was about the VR lens? and will it autofocus?
If you could get back to me asap that would be great
Thank you
If you could get back to me asap that would be great
Thank you
1 year ago
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Tory
London
Location :
London
Age: 25-34
Favorite Subject: Portrait
Nikon Family: 2-5 years
Role: Semi-professional photographer
1 answer
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Yes.Has staff answer
AF Zoom-Nikkor 70-300mm f/4-5.6G
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Will NIKKOR 70 -300 G Lens be compatible with Nikon D3100 SLR Camera
1 year ago
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ASIT
Calcutta INDIA
Location :
Calcutta INDIA
Age: 55-65
Favorite Subject: Nature
Nikon Family: 2-5 years
Experience: 3-6 months
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
1 answer
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Answer:
Nikon offers two types of autofocus digital camera bodies: those with a built-in focus drive motor and those which require a lens to have a motor. Cameras such as the D3100 do not have a focus motor in it so they require the lens to have the focusing motor – an “AF-S” lens. While these bodies can use a lens with no focus motor (an “AF” lens) you would have to manually turn the focus ring to bring the subject in to sharp focus.You may want to get the AF-S version of this lens.
11 months ago
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Anonymous
1 answer
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Answer:
Nikon offers two types of autofocus digital camera bodies: those with a built-in focus drive motor and those which require a lens to have a motor. Cameras such as the D3100 do not have a focus motor in it so they require the lens to have the focusing motor – an “AF-S” lens. While these bodies can use a lens with no focus motor (an “AF” lens) you would have to manually turn the focus ring to bring the subject in to sharp focus.You may want to get the AF-S version of this lens.
it is not focusing on the N80. any ideas why not? thanks!
11 months ago
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Anonymous
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Yes, all compatible.9 months ago
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Anonymous
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Nikon offers two types of autofocus digital camera bodies: those with a built-in focus drive motor and those which require a lens to have a motor. Cameras such as the D3000 do not have a focus motor in it so they require the lens to have the focusing motor – an “AF-S” lens. While these bodies can use a lens with no focus motor (an “AF” lens) you would have to manually turn the focus ring to bring the subject in to sharp focus.You may want to get the AF-S version of this lens.
Although I know that D3100 does not support AF lens, however, will THIS lens work on D3100?
9 months ago
by
Abhijit
Age: 25-34
Favorite Subject: Landscape
Nikon Family: 2-5 years
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
1 answer
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Yes it will work but will be manual focus9 months ago
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Anonymous
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Yes, fully compatible.8 months ago
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violeta
florida
Location :
florida
Age: 25-34
Favorite Subject: Family & Friends
Nikon Family: 2-5 years
Experience: More than a year
Role: Occasional user, memory keeper
1 answer
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The D40 needs AF-S lenses to autofocus. But you can use an AF NIKKOR lens, however you will have to manually focus the lens. To read more about the differences between AF and AF-S lenses, check out this article: http://www.nikonusa.com/Learn-And-E...
Need a answer ASAP please, interested in buying this lens for my son who just graduated and is very interested in photography.
8 months ago
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Dad540
West hills
Location :
West hills
Age: 55-65
Favorite Subject: Family & Friends
Nikon Family: 2-5 years
Experience: Less than a month
Role: Just getting started with photography
1 answer
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It will work but will not autofocus. You need lenses designated AF-S in order to autofocus. The D40 does not have a built in motor for focusing.8 months ago
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Tricia
New Fairfield
Location :
New Fairfield
Age: 35-44
Favorite Subject: Sports
Nikon Family: 2-5 years
1 answer
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yes
http://www.nikonusa.com/Nikon-Products/Product/Camera-Lenses/1928/AF-Zoom-NIKKOR-70-300mm-f%252F4-5.6G.html
8 months ago
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javiercrs
Punta Arenas, Chile
Location :
Punta Arenas, Chile
Age: Under 18
Favorite Subject: Nature
Nikon Family: 0-1 years
Experience: Less than a month
Role: Just getting started with photography
1 answer
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It will work but will not auto focus, the AF-S DX 55-300mm 4.5-5.6G ED VR will autofocus and also has vibration reduction. It is a little more money but worth it.
I am looking at this lens, the Nikkor 18-70mm, and the 50mm, and was wondering if all three would work with my D3100?
Please help. =)
Please help. =)
8 months ago
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Eiko29
US
Location :
US
Age: 25-34
Favorite Subject: Sports
Nikon Family: 0-1 years
Experience: Less than a month
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
1 answer
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Answer:
Nikon offers two types of autofocus digital camera bodies: those with a built-in focus drive motor and those which require a lens to have a motor. Cameras such as the D3100 do not have a focus motor in it so they require the lens to have the focusing motor – an “AF-S” lens. While these bodies can use a lens with no focus motor (an “AF” lens) you would have to manually turn the focus ring to bring the subject in to sharp focus. You have wide options of lenses to use with this camera.6 months ago
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Anonymous
Hanoi, Hoàn Kiếm, Hanoi, Vietnam
Location :
Hanoi, Hoàn Kiếm, Hanoi, Vietnam
Age: 18-24
Favorite Subject: Family & Friends
Nikon Family: 0-1 years
Experience: Less than a month
Role: Semi-professional photographer
1 answer
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yes6 months ago
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Anonymous
1 answer
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Yes
I have used this lens before on my D90 and the auto focus worked fine, but now it will not auto focus and i cannot change my aperture. What happened?
6 months ago
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Anonymous
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Try cleaning the electronic sensor pins
AF Zoom-Nikkor 70-300mm f/4-5.6G
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AF Zoom-Nikkor 70-300mm f/4-5.6G , can we use the said lens for D40 camara?
5 months, 1 week ago
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Anonymous
Age: 35-44
Favorite Subject: Nature
Nikon Family: 2-5 years
Role: Just getting started with photography
1 answer
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yes, but will be manual focus.Has staff answer
AF Zoom-Nikkor 70-300mm f/4-5.6G
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Is this lens good for shooting indoor sports events with a D90 (ie: basketball game, swimming) and outdoor sports (ie: football game)?
I have a D90 and looking for a lens to shoot indoor sports events. What is the best range to stay in to produce the best image quality? For example, if I want to capture someone shooting a free throw would I have to be 1 foot from the baseline to capture a good image with good quality and details?
5 months ago
by
NewtoNikon
Washington, DC, USA
Location :
Washington, DC, USA
Age: 25-34
Favorite Subject: Sports
Nikon Family: 0-1 years
Experience: 3-6 months
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
1 answer
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Has staff answer
AF Zoom-Nikkor 70-300mm f/4-5.6G
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is this compatable with a N80?
Apr 25, 2012 by
Has staff answer
just starting with film and am trying get an assortment of accessories for my new(used) N80
2 months, 3 weeks ago
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Anonymous
Sylmar, Los Angeles, CA, USA
Location :
Sylmar, Los Angeles, CA, USA
Age: 45-54
Favorite Subject: Landscape
Nikon Family: 6-10 years
Experience: More than a year
Role: Just getting started with photography
1 answer
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Yes, the lens is compatible with the N80.
Hello, i have this telephoto zomm but i can't use it as AUTOFOCUS, it seems to be only manual focus. I use it with Nikon D3100. I have other lenses and i see on that a switch with 'A-M' (Autofocus- Manual focus) but on this lens i can't see it. I checked everything on the camera setup but i didin't find anything to set it on Autofus. Can you help me?
2 months, 2 weeks ago
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Francesco
Rome, Italy
Location :
Rome, Italy
Age: 45-54
Favorite Subject: Sports
Nikon Family: 21+ years
Experience: 3-6 months
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
1 answer
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It will not AF on your D3100 as it is not an AF-s lens. To get autofocus you need AF-s lenses that have built in focus motors.2 months ago
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rahul
Age: 25-34
Favorite Subject: Nature
Nikon Family: 0-1 years
Experience: Less than a month
1 answer
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Err, no its a Nikon.1 month, 2 weeks ago
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jluiz
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Location :
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Age: 35-44
Favorite Subject: Nature
Nikon Family: 6-10 years
Experience: More than a year
Role: Professional photographer
1 answer
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All plastic including mount.
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