- High-powered 5.5x DX zoom lens with super-telephoto reach
- Flexible 55mm to 300mm focal length (35mm equivalent of 82.5mm to 450mm)
- Vibration Reduction II (VR II) stabilisation system allows shutter speeds that are up to four stops slower
- Two ED glass elements and one HRI (High Refractive Index) element ensure outstanding optical performance
- SWM (Silent Wave Motor) for fast, quiet autofocus
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High-powered zoom lens with super-telephoto reach for use with Nikon’s DX-format SLRs. Designed to make it easy to shoot stunning close-ups, it offers a 5.5x zoom and versatile 55-300 mm focal range. Nikon’s second-generation Vibration Reduction system delivers sharp results, even for hand-held telephoto shots. Great value for money, this lens is ideal for entry-level SLR users as well as for more experienced photographers who want a second lens to increase their zoom range.
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Nikon 55-300mm VR f/4.5-5.6G AF-S DX Nikkor Lens
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74 of 74 people found the following review helpful
By RugbyPhoto
I bought this 55-300mm lens for my sports photography and in particular rugby, a fast paced sport which is mostly played in low light, rain, snow and other unfavourable conditions. As a Nikon D5000 owner I have read multiple reviews stating deficiencies in the camera (99% of which are completely baseless and the consumer lenses such as the 55-200mm (which I own and upgraded from only due to needing that bit more range). I shot this Saturday's game in super low light rain storm and got 452 perfectly excellent (extremely quickly and efficiently focussed) photographs! to those who think this lens won't work for them in daytime sports or landscapes or any other scenario, forget it.. It's a great lens and if you don't think you will go FX anytime soon (£1300 camera plus treble that in lenses minimum) then dont hesitate.. The lens is well built, the right size and handles well. Get it bought and don't listen to Rockwell and all the other curve geeks out there! Plus vood sent me this in good time.. For free... Same lens in Jessops is 280 quid! Peace...
131 of 133 people found the following review helpful
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This is a superb lens at a great price. I was unsure how it would work with my humble Nikon D40 but I am delighted. The build quality is excellent (even better than my 55-200 Nikon as the base ring is metal, rather than plastic). I've only had it about 2 weeks but I have tried it in a number of situations and light conditions. Bearing in mind I'm a complete amateur I think the results are very good, partly, I think, due to the VR. The cat & church pictures above are posted to show the quality at different distances. Obviously makes my little light bodied D40 feel a bit 'front heavy' but its worth it for the quality it brings to distant shots.
165 of 168 people found the following review helpful
I bought this lens to use with my Nikon D3100 DSLR kit. I am relatively new to DSLR photography and wanted a lens that I wouldn't have to keep changing in the field.
I was pleased with the kit lens that came with the D3100 (18-55mm) and this second lens maintains that trend in terms of ease of operation and clarity of results. There is a built in auto-focus motor and it is easy to zoom manually using the wide rubber surround. Being a 55mm to 300mm lens it covers a wide range of scenarios without too much compromise. For example, I had previously been using a Panasonic DMC FZ38 superzoom bridge camera with an 18x maximum zoom to capture wildlife shots etc. This Nikon lens gives a similar level of zoom capability but with even greater clarity. It can also cope well with shots that require less zoom and bit of a wider angle, although, clearly it can't go as wide as the 18-55mm kit lens. This means in certain circumstances you have to change lenses in the field. The Nikon 55-300mm lens also has a highly effective anti-shake (Nikon VR - Vibration Reduction) mechanism - I was concerned at how I would keep a lens of this magification steady at full zoom, but, I need not have been as the VR is very good.
The Nikon 55-300mm lens is supplied with a lens cap, lens hood and storage bag which provides protection against dust etc. but the bag is no substitute for the protection of a proper case or compartment in your camera bag.
An alternative approach to delivering even greater versatility might be to buy your DSLR in "body only form" e.g. without a kit lens and buy an 18-270mm or similar lens possibly from a third party such as Tamron - budget wise this would work out at a similar cost to adding this lens to the D3100 kit (e.g. the camera plus 18-55mmm lens), provide almost the same versatility and reduce the need to change lenses in the field.
I am sure serious photographers could find shortcomings with this lens but as a simple hobby photographer it delivers the quality and versatility I am seeking at a reasonable price. On that basis, I am delighted with my purchase, and, therefore, this Nikon lens comes recommended.
I was pleased with the kit lens that came with the D3100 (18-55mm) and this second lens maintains that trend in terms of ease of operation and clarity of results. There is a built in auto-focus motor and it is easy to zoom manually using the wide rubber surround. Being a 55mm to 300mm lens it covers a wide range of scenarios without too much compromise. For example, I had previously been using a Panasonic DMC FZ38 superzoom bridge camera with an 18x maximum zoom to capture wildlife shots etc. This Nikon lens gives a similar level of zoom capability but with even greater clarity. It can also cope well with shots that require less zoom and bit of a wider angle, although, clearly it can't go as wide as the 18-55mm kit lens. This means in certain circumstances you have to change lenses in the field. The Nikon 55-300mm lens also has a highly effective anti-shake (Nikon VR - Vibration Reduction) mechanism - I was concerned at how I would keep a lens of this magification steady at full zoom, but, I need not have been as the VR is very good.
The Nikon 55-300mm lens is supplied with a lens cap, lens hood and storage bag which provides protection against dust etc. but the bag is no substitute for the protection of a proper case or compartment in your camera bag.
An alternative approach to delivering even greater versatility might be to buy your DSLR in "body only form" e.g. without a kit lens and buy an 18-270mm or similar lens possibly from a third party such as Tamron - budget wise this would work out at a similar cost to adding this lens to the D3100 kit (e.g. the camera plus 18-55mmm lens), provide almost the same versatility and reduce the need to change lenses in the field.
I am sure serious photographers could find shortcomings with this lens but as a simple hobby photographer it delivers the quality and versatility I am seeking at a reasonable price. On that basis, I am delighted with my purchase, and, therefore, this Nikon lens comes recommended.
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Everything i wanted
Great zoom, everything i wanted really. Clear a picture as ever. Heavy but a lot lighter than competing lenses but that's expected with such a good lens. Good job Nikon.
Published 2 days ago by Oliver Narramore
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main pressie for my hubby !
this is just what he wanted - not that he has used it yet - but he loves - brilliant
Published 2 days ago by DEB
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Surprisingly good!
I wasn't expecting huge things from this lens, but it is surprisingly good... it's fast, though don't expect a lot of auto focus accuracy in low light... Read more
Published 6 days ago by RGAEditor
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Good lens
I bought this lens after pouring over many reviews of different products, and it seemed to be very well reviewed. Read more
Published 13 days ago by Mr. Martin Booth
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Great lens
Have found this lens to be extremely good.
At the full 300mm range lighting conditions need to be good for a decent shot. Read more
At the full 300mm range lighting conditions need to be good for a decent shot. Read more
Published 14 days ago by Toby Palmer
3.0 out of 5 stars
NON UK PRODUCT!!
Bought this, and it works just fine, but its an import from China so Nikon tell me (all the instruction's are also in Chineese). Read more
Published 15 days ago by Del Epsom
5.0 out of 5 stars
Superb
Bought this to replace my 18-200 nikon lens because of poor results. Although it was a great 'walk around lens' the results never seemed to be properly in focus. Read more
Published 16 days ago by Vic
5.0 out of 5 stars
good
Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 55-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR Lens is good. I love it. It is worthy for you to have. I highly recommend it for you.
Published 19 days ago by pen
5.0 out of 5 stars
Nikkor 55-300mm lens.
For the price this is a brilliant lens.See my photographs with this product on [...] user name. johnny boy. Pictures take with this lens are. Black Redstart, kestrel and Stonechat.
Published 21 days ago by Johninlagos
5.0 out of 5 stars
Do any sellers offer the UK version?
Just about to buy this but would rather have a UK warranty than a grey import, even though £200 is a bargain. Thanks!
Published 23 days ago by S Cox
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