AF-S DX NIKKOR
55-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR
Compact 5.5X DX-format telephoto zoom lens with High Refractive Index lens element and ED glass is Ideal for capturing distant subjects at athletic events, family pictures, dramatic sunsets, travel and more. VR II image stabilization for handheld shooting at up to 4 shutter speeds slower than would otherwise be possible, assuring dramatically sharper still images and stable video capture.
$399.95*SRPSRP (Suggested Retail Price) listed only as a suggestion. Actual prices are set by dealers and are subject to change at any time.
Close
Supplied Accessories
- HB-57 Snap-on Type Lens Hood
- LC-58 Snap-on Front Lens Cap
- LF-4 Rear Lens Cap
- CL-1020 Soft Lens Case
*Supplied accessories may differ depending on country or area.
-Clear-No-Tint-Filter/Views/87_2483_58mm-Neutral-Contrast-(NC)-Clear_No-Tint-Filter_front.png){kind=spacer}
AF-S DX NIKKOR 55-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR
72
72
Great All in One Lens
This lens can do it all. I used to carry and swap the 18-55mm lens with this one. The lens is very light by the way. After a while I noticed that most of my shots were at least 6 to 10 feet away. Perfect for the low end of the 55-300mm range of this lens. Plus when I take it to sporting events the 300mm allows me to stay in the bleachers. Alot of our friends have the 200mm lens and have to get alot closer for the same shots. The image stabilizer allows for crisp action photos at any distance.
October 17, 2011
Can't beat the price
I really recommend the this over it's 55-200mm counterpart. It's beefier and feels more rugged. The metal attachment ring elevates it outta the "cheap" category IMO. The 300mm really comes in to play at this end, Wet lands, parks and wild life take on a whole new meaning when you can fill the frame from a considerable distance. Not to mention just walking around street photos. it's not ridiculously big that it draws attention to yourself, OK a little but not a crazy amount.
This lens actually has VR2. In practice IMO you still need to be steady, and at 300mm in low light at f5.6......forget it, you need a tripod or something to rest the camera on. Images are sharp and look great, focus is quick and accurate. Unless your some kinda serious pro this lens is more than gets the job done. I recommend totally. One last thing it comes with the simple round hood, I wish it came with the cooler looking "flower" type, that's a oh well whatever not gonna sweat that little point.
June 21, 2012
Fantastic Range shot, excellent VR.. Love it & Grab it!!!!
I have had the 55-300 for a couple of weeks now and have used it quite a lot on my D3100. This lens I can say pure Class. I do not understand why its rating is so low, the lens should deserve 4.8 at least. The range is better than others, starting at 55mm rather than 70. It is very sharp from 55 through about 200 and better than others at 300. The VR is Great. My D3100 seems to meter very well with it and color is excellent. I highly recommend this lens..
June 18, 2012
Outdoor wildlife
I love the ranges of this lens. I love shooting wildlife pictures, and find it exactly what I need for fast beautiful photos.
May 18, 2012
one of the best lense i used!!
i have used this lense and also compared it with other lenses of this class.but when ever i use my nikon dslr d5100 i use this .it gives me the perfect zoom and crisp pictures that i want ....with this lense i have captured pictures just the way i like it......this is my third lense and i found it to be being used all the time
May 3, 2012
53 Questions | 83 Answers
Product Q&A
Ask your questions. Share your answers.
53 Questions | 83 Answers
Have a new question?
Ask a new question Search the Product Forum
All
All1 year, 2 months ago
by
Amy
Ohio
Location :
Ohio
Age: 25-34
Favorite Subject: Family & Friends
Nikon Family: 6-10 years
Experience: 6-12 months
Role: Just getting started with photography
2 Answers
Answers
Answer:
yesAnswer:
yes, all af-s lenses work with modern motorless bodies.
AF-S DX NIKKOR 55-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR
2 Answers
Is this lens copatible with a d 5000
May 14, 2011 by
1 year, 2 months ago
by
Augusto peixoto
Rio de Janeiro - Brazil
Location :
Rio de Janeiro - Brazil
Age: 55-65
Favorite Subject: Nature
Nikon Family: 6-10 years
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
2 Answers
Answers
Answer:
all Nikon lens with "AF-S" should work with you D5000Answer:
Yes it is.
AF-S DX NIKKOR 55-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR
2 Answers
What zoom lens and other accessories would be recommended for taking night photos of football from the stands?
1 year, 1 month ago
by
NEWTONIKONPHOTOGRAPHY
ND
Location :
ND
Age: 35-44
Favorite Subject: Sports
Nikon Family: 0-1 years
Experience: 3-6 months
Role: Just getting started with photography
2 Answers
Answers
Answer:
what body are you using? if it's one of the new ones (d3100, d5100 or d7000), or one of the big ones (d700, d3s/d3x), amp up the iso and you may get away with a 70-300 f/4-5.6. if one of the old ones, you need to get hold of a brighter lens (around f/2.8 constant or f/3.5 constant). don't use flash, it doesn't work at such distances. also, a monopod or a tripod with a loose head is good so you won't get tired holding a body with a larger lens, and it also helps with hand tremor.Answer:
mine were not good, but I think mine was a setting issue. I had the Nikkor 55- 200 VR.Doesn't make a difference if you have a great lense when the "user" aka ME, was not prepared.
May 18, 2011 by
by
DebbieO
Has staff answer
AF-S DX NIKKOR 55-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR
2 Answers
What is the ring that connects to the body made of? Is it plastic or metal?
1 year, 1 month ago
by
Tobias
DFW
Location :
DFW
Age: 35-44
Favorite Subject: Sports
Nikon Family: 0-1 years
2 Answers
Answers
Answer:
it is metal.Answer:
The mount of the lens is made of metal.1 year, 1 month ago
by
Anonymous
2 Answers
Answers
Answer:
58mm filter size.Answer:
58mm.
AF-S DX NIKKOR 55-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR
2 Answers
Is this lens compatible with any of the AF-S Teleconverters
1 year ago
by
Mark
Age: 25-34
Favorite Subject: Nature
Nikon Family: 0-1 years
Experience: 3-6 months
2 Answers
Answers
Answer:
kenko TCs might work, nikon TCs will not.Answer:
No.
AF-S DX NIKKOR 55-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR
2 Answers
Will the Lens AF-S DX NIKKOR 55-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR be compatible withh Nikon D5100?
I am a newbie to photography. I own this lens now but I am skeptical about its compatibility with Nikon D5100. I see a Note in the lens manual which states as follows: DX lenses are for use only with DX-format digital single-lens reflex cameras such as the D90 or D300 series.
Can anybody please address this issue ?
Thanks in advance.
Can anybody please address this issue ?
Thanks in advance.
11 months ago
by
Vishal
Miami
Location :
Miami
Age: 25-34
Favorite Subject: Family & Friends
Nikon Family: 0-1 years
Experience: Less than a month
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
2 Answers
Answers
Answer:
Yes work great and sharp zoom lens in compact size. I'm really love it.Answer:
D5100 is a DX format camera. This lens is compatible for it with autofocus option
AF-S DX NIKKOR 55-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR
2 Answers
Will this AF-S Dx Nikkor 55-300 MM F/4.5-5.6G ED VR work on a D80 Camera
10 months ago
by
Anonymous
Age: 55-65
Favorite Subject: Nature
Nikon Family: 2-5 years
Experience: Less than a month
Role: Just getting started with photography
2 Answers
Answers
Answer:
Yes it will. This lens has the built in focus motor.....the D80 body does not. AF-S means it uses the Silent Wave Technology focus motor to focus. The 55-300 VR lens is an excellent lens for this camera.Sep 12, 2011 by
by
fotojack
Calgary, alberta
Location :
Calgary, alberta
Age: 55-65
Favorite Subject: Sports
Nikon Family: 2-5 years
Experience: More than a year
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
Answer:
Yes.
AF-S DX NIKKOR 55-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR
2 Answers
Will AF-S DX nkkor 55-300 mm lens function on a nikon FM or Nikkomat FT-3 body?
5 months, 1 week ago
by
dave
Sacramento, Ca
Location :
Sacramento, Ca
Age: Over 65
Favorite Subject: Travel
Nikon Family: 21+ years
Experience: Less than a month
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
2 Answers
Answers
Answer:
No it will not function on FM or FT-3 body. There are no CPU contacts in these older film cameras so you will have no way to control the F Stops, No auto focus & No VR.Feb 12, 2012 by
by
Buster
South Oregon coast
Location :
South Oregon coast
Age: Over 65
Favorite Subject: Nature
Nikon Family: 21+ years
Experience: More than a year
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
Answer:
Short answer no, its designed for DX bodies.
CAN I USE IT WITH D90????
2 weeks, 6 days ago
by
BERNI
Argentina
Location :
Argentina
Age: 25-34
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
2 Answers
Answers
Answer:
Yes, this lens is compatible with the D90.Answer:
yes
Is AF-S DX NIKKOR 55-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR compatible on Nikon DSLR 3200? Or anyone has a better suggestion? Comment please, thankyou! :D
1 week, 6 days ago
by
Anonymous
2 Answers
Answers
Answer:
Yes, the AF-S 55-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR is compatible with the D3200.Answer:
Yes it is fully compatible, that will give you a range of 18-300 when combined with the kit lens.Has staff answer
AF-S DX NIKKOR 55-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR
1 answer
Is this lens compatible with the AF-S Teleconverter TC-20E III
1 year, 3 months ago
by
Kathy P
Monroe, LA
Location :
Monroe, LA
Age: 35-44
Favorite Subject: Family & Friends
Nikon Family: 11-20 years
Experience: 3-6 months
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
1 answer
Answers
Answer:
This lens is not compatible with any of our current teleconverters since the rear elements of the lens will touch and may damage the elements in the teleconverter.Not all lenses can be used with a teleconverter. In general wide angle lenses or wide angle zoom lenses cannot be used. Also, lenses with relatively slow maximum apertures (slower than f2.8) cannot be used with teleconverters.
Hello,
Wondering which Nikkor lens would be best for kids sport activities (55-200mm or 55-300mm)?
I own Nikon D60 with 18-55mm VR, SB-400 and just placed an order for Nikkor 35mm F1.8 lens, now just need to get the right zoom.
Any idea on which Nikkor lens would focus faster or are they the both the same (55-200mm or 55-300mm)?
55-200mm has a perfect price but 55-300mm seems to be better quality built.
I am on a budget so please do not suggest a 70-200mm F2.8 VR for sports pictures, I love it but can't afford it.
Thank you for any feedback,
Vadim
Wondering which Nikkor lens would be best for kids sport activities (55-200mm or 55-300mm)?
I own Nikon D60 with 18-55mm VR, SB-400 and just placed an order for Nikkor 35mm F1.8 lens, now just need to get the right zoom.
Any idea on which Nikkor lens would focus faster or are they the both the same (55-200mm or 55-300mm)?
55-200mm has a perfect price but 55-300mm seems to be better quality built.
I am on a budget so please do not suggest a 70-200mm F2.8 VR for sports pictures, I love it but can't afford it.
Thank you for any feedback,
Vadim
1 year, 3 months ago
by
Vadim
Brooklyn, NY
Location :
Brooklyn, NY
Age: 35-44
Favorite Subject: Sports
Nikon Family: 2-5 years
Experience: Less than a month
Role: Occasional user, memory keeper
1 answer
Answers
Answer:
Is the 70-300 within your budget? Might be a better option than both 55-200/300 for that type of shooting.By the way, the 35mm 1.8 is an amazing lens. You'll be very happy with the results.
1 year, 3 months ago
by
Anonymous
India
1 answer
Answers
Answer:
Yes it will1 year, 2 months ago
by
WT
1 answer
Answers
Answer:
Yes it does.1 year, 1 month ago
by
Marvmom
Age: 45-54
Favorite Subject: Sports
Nikon Family: 2-5 years
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
1 answer
Answers
Answer:
yupHas staff answer
AF-S DX NIKKOR 55-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR
1 answer
VR mode jumps after shutter press
Hello, my question is why would the image move abruptly in the viewfinder after the shot is fired then i hear a movement sound. This only happened when VR is on. Is this normal? I get blurred pictures because of this, specially in full zoom. Both lenses do this with the 18-55 and the 55-300 lenses. Is there something wrong with the camera D5100?
1 year, 1 month ago
by
Jevan
Lubbock, TX
Location :
Lubbock, TX
Age: 35-44
Favorite Subject: Family & Friends
Nikon Family: 0-1 years
Experience: Less than a month
Role: Just getting started with photography
1 answer
Answers
Answer:
That is normal when the VR feature on the lens is ON.Has staff answer
AF-S DX NIKKOR 55-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR
1 answer
Should VR be on or off when using a monopod and a D7000 body with 55-300 lens?
I will be visiting a wildlife park later this summer. From an open top bus I am thinking the monopod will work much better than trying to set up the tripod. I know to turn off the VR on a tripod but did not know about the monopod and don't have a lot of time to experiment before the trip. Thanks
1 year ago
by
JRT
New York
Location :
New York
Age: 55-65
Favorite Subject: Nature
Nikon Family: 21+ years
Experience: 3-6 months
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
1 answer
Answers
Answer:
If you're going to be moving around or in a vehicle you'll need the VR ON.Has staff answer
AF-S DX NIKKOR 55-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR
1 answer
my camera is D3100, will this lens work?
1 year ago
by
Mgac
mexico
Location :
mexico
Age: 18-24
Favorite Subject: Nature
Nikon Family: 2-5 years
Experience: 3-6 months
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
1 answer
Answers
Answer:
Yes, this lens is compatible with the D3100.Has staff answer
AF-S DX NIKKOR 55-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR
1 answer
Is this lens compatible with a D-80?
1 year ago
by
Hank
Colorado
Location :
Colorado
Age: 55-65
Favorite Subject: Travel
Nikon Family: 2-5 years
Experience: More than a year
Role: Occasional user, memory keeper
1 answer
Answers
Answer:
Yes, this lens is compatible with the D80.
AF-S DX NIKKOR 55-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR
1 answer
Are any extension tubes or teleconverters compatable with this lens?
I do not seem to be able to find this lens listed as either yes or no when referring to teleconverters.
1 year ago
by
gs
Texas
Location :
Texas
Age: 55-65
Favorite Subject: Nature
Nikon Family: 21+ years
Experience: Less than a month
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
1 answer
Answers
Answer:
No.Has staff answer
AF-S DX NIKKOR 55-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR
1 answer
What is the length of this fully extended (at 300mm.) with the hood on?
11 months ago
by
Anonymous
1 answer
Answers
Answer:
Is approx. 8" 3/4.11 months ago
by
susan
Age: Over 65
Favorite Subject: Family & Friends
Nikon Family: 21+ years
1 answer
Answers
Answer:
Yes11 months ago
by
Tom
CT
Location :
CT
Age: 45-54
Favorite Subject: Nature
Experience: More than a year
1 answer
Answers
Answer:
Yes.
AF-S DX NIKKOR 55-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR
1 answer
just bought a d3100 for taking pictures of my kids, which lens is more practical and better for me the 55-300 or 70-300?
i've had the d3100 for a year. i've taken some nice pictures of my 2 year old outside playing and a couple of nice indoor portraits with a backdrop. i'd like to buy a flash (been researching the sb-700) and a new lens. i've been reading about the 55-300 and 70-300 but not sure which is better for my use. don't want to spend the extra $200 if the 55-300 is just as good for what i need it for than the 70-300. also any comments on flashes i'd appreciate. was looking at sb-600 before but heard tha was discontinued.
11 months ago
by
jaclyn
nj
Location :
nj
Age: 25-34
Favorite Subject: Family & Friends
Nikon Family: 0-1 years
Experience: 6-12 months
Role: Occasional user, memory keeper
1 answer
Answers
Answer:
55-300 is a dx model and suitable for D3100. 70-300 is made for full frame camera but can be use with D3100
Is there a user manual for the Nikon DX AF-S Nikkor 55-300mm other than the tiny 6 page one that comes with the lens?
Thanks,
Shane
Thanks,
Shane
10 months ago
by
Shane
California
Location :
California
Age: Over 65
Favorite Subject: Travel
Nikon Family: 0-1 years
Experience: Less than a month
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
1 answer
Answers
The name of the lens states that it is a VR lens, but in overview it is VR II. However in other lenses which are VR II, the name has also the VR II icon!
10 months ago
by
Behnam.k
Tehran, Iran
Location :
Tehran, Iran
Age: 18-24
Role: Just getting started with photography
1 answer
Answers
Answer:
Its the VR version not the VR2
AF-S DX NIKKOR 55-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR
1 answer
is this a good lens for taking pictures to people?
i am going on a trip, i have a d7000, but i didn;t buyed a lens because i wanted to investigate first. i will travel and i want to know if the quality of people in photos would be good
10 months ago
by
natalia
peru
Location :
peru
Age: Under 18
Favorite Subject: Family & Friends
Nikon Family: 0-1 years
Experience: 1-3 months
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
1 answer
Answers
Answer:
The modern lenses are good, this lens to. I you talk about image quality this lens is super. It's better than 55-200 but a bit slower AF than 70-300VR. However 55-300 is a lot lighter.10 months ago
by
Anonymous
1 answer
Answers
Answer:
Yes.10 months ago
by
Manda
Duvall WA
Location :
Duvall WA
Age: 35-44
Favorite Subject: Family & Friends
Nikon Family: 6-10 years
1 answer
Answers
Answer:
Fully compatible
Close
Review
Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 55-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR Lens Review
by Julia SilberApril 2011
Popular Photography magazine's Julia Silber reviewed the Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 55-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR Lens in the May issue of the magazine. Silber said that the lens attains focus quickly, and the VR added 2.5 - 4 stops of "extra handholdability." Silber touted the AF-S DX NIKKOR 55-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR lens' quality, stating: "It's well constructed, with admirable sharpness, distortion and vignetting control, magnification, and image stabilization."
We’ll keep track of the products you view here.