Nikon AF-S FX NIKKOR 28-300mm f/3.5-5.6G ED Vibration Reduction Zoom Lens with Auto Focus for Nikon DSLR Cameras
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Features
- Versatile 107x zoom lens with ED glass and VR II image stabilization
- Optimized for edge to edge sharpness on both FX and DX-format
- Covers a wide range of focal lengths to get the best out of every subject. Minimum Focus Distance- 1.6 ft. (0.5m) throughout entire zoom range
- 2 Extra-low Dispersion (ED) Elements; 3 Aspherical Lens Elements
- Exclusive Nikon Silent Wave Motor (SWM) Weight : 282 oz
Description
Nikon Fall 2010 New Product Line-up!Nikon AF-S 28-300mm f/3.5-5.6G Nikkor ED VR Lens Features An ideal one-lens solution for FX-format D-SLRs, featuring a broad 10.7X zoom range, close focus to 18 inches at every focal length and 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. Versatile 10.7x Zoom Lens With ED Glass And VR II Image Stabilization Versatile zoom lens offers a broad focal length range that’s perfect for travel, landscapes, portraits and distant subjects. An ideal one-lens solution for FX-format D-SLRs, featuring a broad 10.7x zoom range, close focus to 18 inches at every focal length and 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. Nikon AF-S Nikkor 28-300mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR Lens Highlights.
Brand: Nikon
Focal Length Description: 28-300 millimeters
Lens Type: Telephoto
Compatible Mountings: Nikon F (FX)
Camera Lens Description: Nikon AF-S FX NIKKOR 28-300mm f/3.5-5.6G ED Vibration Reduction Zoom Lens with Auto Focus for Nikon DSLR Cameras See more
Focal Length Description: 28-300 millimeters
Lens: Telephoto
Compatible Camera Mount: Nikon F (FX)
Maximum Focal Length: 30 centimeters
Minimum Focal Length: 28 millimeters
Lens Design: Zoom
Focus Type: Ring-type ultrasonic
Lens Fixed Focal Length: 30 centimeters
Lens Coating Description: Super Integrated Coating
Zoom Ratio: 10.711
Image stabilization: VR II, 4 stops claimed
Real Angle Of View: 53 degrees
Maximum Aperture: 5.6 f_stop
Minimum Aperture: 38
Number of Diaphragm Blades: 9
Compatible Camera Models: Nikon D3500, Nikon D5600, Nikon D7500, Nikon D850
Photo Filter Size: 7.7 centimeters
Lens Mount: Nikon F
Color: Black
Exposure Control Type: Automatic, Manual
Maximum Shutter Speed: 7.5 seconds
Media Type: ProductImage
Water Resistance Level: Not Water Resistant
Brand: Nikon
Camera Lens: Nikon AF-S FX NIKKOR 28-300mm f/3.5-5.6G ED Vibration Reduction Zoom Lens with Auto Focus for Nikon DSLR Cameras
Model Name: 2191
Number of Packs: 1
UPC: 018208021918 017854565456
Number of Items: 1
Manufacturer Part Number: JAA808DA
Global Trade Identification Number: 18
Unit Count: 1 Count
Built-In Media: AF-S FX NIKKOR 28-300mm f/3.5-5.6G ED Vibration Reduction Zoom Lens for Nikon DSLR Cameras, CL-1120 Soft Lens Case, HB-50 Bayonet Lens Hood, LC-77 Snap-on Front Lens Cap, LF-4 Rear Lens Cap
Item Part Number: JAA808DA
Item Weight: 800 g
Manufacturer: Nikon
Warranty Description: 1 year coverage for labor, 1 year coverage for parts, This warranty doesn't apply to the batteries and software driver that accompany this product
Model Number: 2191
Model Series: AF-S NIKKOR
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Top Amazon Reviews
Color: Black
I've been using the new Nikkor 28-300 for a while on my D700 for almost 90% of my work, and am very happy with it. This lens produces very sharp and contrasty pictures with lots but easily corrected distortions; is solid build, reliable and especially useful for walk around and travel photography without changing lenses. Doing this last in the middle of a trip means dust spots in your fragile sensor and waste of valuable time. I have read mixed posts in the web about how excellent or how awful this lens is. Ken Rockwell says "This 28-300mm VR is Nikon's next gotta-have-it lens. It does everything, and it does most of it very, very well. The 28-300mm VR is much better than I expected". Other "specialists" categorize it as a lesser lens. So, what's going on here? I have compared my results (not scientifically, of course) against those of the very high ranked Nikkor 24-70 f/2.8, and, guess what? I get more keepers with the former. Why? With this I have a wider range of focal lengths, and its VRII image stabilizer allows me to hand hold the camera at quite low shutter speeds, neither of what the later can do. The 24-70 is a remarkable lens, no doubt, and at 70mm f/2.8, vs. f/5.0 at the same 70mm in the 28-300, there is a 1+2/3 EV's loss, but the VR stabilization compensates for some 3 to 4 EV's, and with the amazing low light performance of the D700, I can gladly exchange the f/2.8 luminosity for the 300mm usefulness. I only miss the f/2.8's "bokeh". I love photography; I've been behind a viewfinder for almost 50 years, and have used lots of cameras and lenses. My interest is in good photography, not technical oddities; even so, I like to use the best equipment I can get. The tests made by expert technicians are usually done in ideal lab conditions, with sturdy tripods, perfectly controlled illumination and still subjects. They are strictly correct and I can't argue with their results. But, if you are like me, listen to my advice: use the camera/lens combination that's useful and practical for you, and allows you to capture the very best photos, and this lens fulfills almost all of my needs and expectations. And remember that the lens and the camera are mere instruments; is your brain that creates the image.
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Reviewed in the United States on January 3, 2011 by I. L. Celnik
Color: Black
Let me preface this by saying that I did not expect much from this 10x zoom. I ordered it because the 24-120mm was out of stock and this was in stock (for about an hour) and I was truly intrigued by a do it all zoom. Having used the 24-120mm F/4 before I knew that it would be a step down in sharpness with this lens. The results confirm that fact. I was initially disappointed in the quality when I view pictures at 1:1 on a D800. However, if all lens are judged by sharpness alone, we'd all be carrying 10 primes in our backpacks. I thought, perhaps I should order the 24-120mm and 70-300mm which theoretically would give me better quality at both ends. I ordered the 70-300mm VRII lens for comparison because conventional wisdom tells us that a 5x zoom should beat a 10x zoom in quality, right? Wrong! I've read Mansurov's review and expected the 70-300mm to as good or better than the 28-300 but my findings totally contradicted his. Perhaps the D800 has something to do with it? I could not find pictures as soft as the ones in his review. Here's the kicker, the 28-300 is a BETTER lens beyond 200mm than the 70-300mm. The contrast is superior whereas the the 70-300mm has bluish fringe color cast at the long end. At 70mm, the 70-300mm is ever so slightly sharper but again, the contrast is better on the 28-300mm. At 140-160mm, I found that the 28-300mm slightly edges out the 70-300mm, but again, contrast is superior on the 28-300mm. I have to chalk it up to the ED glasses in this lens. The corners are softer than the center. However, if you need corner to corner sharpness, a prime rather than a zoom is the lens you want. With a little sharpening post process and a resize of the image to 12MP or so, the softness is gone. The D800 is a superb camera in more ways than one. This is what it boils down to. At 1:1 pixel peeping on the D800, the difference in quality lens can be seen. Once downsized and post processed, it is truly difficult to judge the differences. For landscapes and 100% wall pictures that demand critical sharpness, you should look elsewhere. However, for me, I'm satisfied with such a versatile lens. I returned the 70-300mm and will keep the 28-300mm as a utility zoom with very decent 200-300mm range. Did I receive a bad copy of the 70-300mm? I don't know and I don't really want to order another one to find out. One thing to keep in mind is that during my test at 10 feet away from the test chart, the 28-300mm pictures are all farther way than the 70-300. Bear that in mind if you're going to use it for a faux Macro lens. There is definitely focus breathing on this lens. My rating is based on the total package not just on the sharpness alone. A 10x zoom that is equal and in some ways, sharper and better than a 5x zoom? That's a definite 5 stars. Update 6/24/12: I'm returning this lens. The distortion, even when fixed in post is still noticeable. Furthermore, I find that I refrain from shooting this wide open as it's unacceptable so it's a zoom lens that has a sweet spot at 5.6-8.
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Reviewed in the United States on June 14, 2012 by KD
Color: Black
I received a Gold Box offer for this lens that resulted in its acquisition at a very reasonable price (disclosure: I like quality goods at the best possible price). I cannot think of a better, more versatile lens at this price point. While I already own the 24-70mm f/2.8G ED AF-S and 24-70mm f/2.8G ED AF-S, I was looking for the most versatile one-lens walk-about solution. Specifically, I was attending a widely-attended daytime rally this past weekend and was looking for the most light-weight set up for my D3s. The Gold Box offer came at the right time. The 28-300mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VRII AF-S is just a great lens. From wide through tele, I found this lens to serve up everything I needed. Granted, my experience is based on daylight shooting. The speed you're giving up isn't a factor and for crowd shooting you're generally stopped down. I didn't need to but the D3s gives tremendous high ISO low-light capability, so maybe that'll be a factor that comes in handy down the road. There is heft to this lens but if you've used other quality Nikkor glass, this is not a factor at all. There is no zoom creep, it focuses lightening quick through the entire focal range, the images are tack sharp with great contrast from one end to the other and I have had no issue with flaring. The colors are great. There are no adjustments needed to captured photos (though the D3s has a great deal to do with that). For my use the VR was very helpful. Stopped down, captures at 300mm at 1/125 were so sharp (even pixel-peeping). The lens does extend a bit but for what you're getting that hardly warrants a mention.
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Reviewed in the United States on November 1, 2010 by JF
Color: Black
I have waited for a year and hundreds of shots to post a review about this lens. Overall this is a very solid lens - but it is very much a compromise and despite the quality I really regret buying it. Some things to know - - The lens is sharp throughout most of the range as long as you are at around F5.6 and above (which is where it sits for most of the range anyway). Below that it has issues. Especially at the extremes of the focal ranges. If you treat it as a straight F5.6 max aperture lens you will not be disappointed. - It isn't a true 300mm as near as I can tell. I have an old manual focus 300mm prime and side by side images suggest this is more like a 275mm. My Sigma 150-600 also suggests it falls short. I shoot with it on FX bodies so this may be irrelevant if you use an APS-C and want reach. - It is a quality lens. The focus is quiet and the rings are smooth as glass. Given the price compared to Nikon's golden zooms I expected some corner cutting, but there is none to be found. - This weighs a ton. Even with the VR I get more jitter than expected and I blame it on the weight. Hooked to my D810 I feel like I am toting a dumbell around. I mentioned quality - but I attribute that to the electronics and smoothness of operation. Heft is just heft. My biggest regret with this lens is not holding out and getting separate 24-70 and 70-200 F2.8s (which I have subsequently done - a Nikon and a Tamron respectively). I have numerous primes throughout the focal range of this lens plus the new zooms I just mentioned and due to the weight and aperture trade-offs this really never seems to be the right choice. Carrying the two zooms is simply preferable these days and if I am shooting at 85 or below I carry my 4 primes (24 1.8, 35 1.4, 50 1.4 and 85 1.8) which I swear seem to weight in total about what this lens weighs. If you are looking for one lens that does it all and won't give you kit lens quality pictures you will probably like this. But for someone that is an avid amateur (many hours per week behind the camera) I would say seriously consider spending around twice as much and get Tamron or Sigma 24-70 and 70-200 F2.8s.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 17, 2017 by R. Eason
Color: Black
With my D300s I'd been shooting a lot with the 18-200 VRI for about a year. As a travel/all purpose "go to" lens it was great and practical to have. However, once I started using primes, I think I got spoiled for the speed and sharpness, leaving me wanting more than what the 18-200 could give me. So I sold it to help fund a replacement lens. After researching heavily, I still had trouble making a choice. I think it may be true that there isn't one perfect lens that 'does it all". I tried out a 70-200 2.8 VR and although it is as phenomenal as I heard, I found it a tad intimidating in size and price - especially since it would leave me needing a second lens to make up for the wide end. Then I considered the new 24-120 f/4, thinking it would be sort of a happy medium but I ruled it out because I wanted to zoom to 200 or better. I considered the 80-200 for the lower price, but no VR. I just wanted something sharper and faster than the 18-200 I'd been using. After getting flabbergasted over which choice to make, I stumbled upon news of the brand new Nikkor 28-300 VR. Although it isn't the f/2.8 and pro lenses I was looking at, I decided It seemed like a safe choice so I ordered it to give it a whirl. After shooting some shots, I already see that it is miles ahead of my copy of the 18-200 VRI in sharpness and contrast. It seems a bit faster in autofocus but still is pokier in dim lighting than I'd like. I put the camera's ISO setting on auto for the sake of learning the lens and it wasn't a big issue in the late afternoon shade nor with the images coming out 'too' soft at lower apertures -even with a full out 300mm focal range. I think for low light conditions, I'd be better off with this lens on the D700, which has higher ISO capabilities and with less noise than my D300s. Knowing the limitations of this combo, it will force me to learn how to work more creatively with flash or natural light with reflectors. Post processing the shots from this lens hasn't been the hassle I was accustomed to with the distortions and CA's I was getting from the old lens. I think that the colors are nicer and that there seemed to be less noise, as well. These improvements, along with the extra reach, make it well worth the extra cost over the old lens. It is a lot less cost and weight than the 2 pro (70-200 & 24-70 2.8's) lenses combined, plus you get a little more reach. My only concern is the obvious fact that this lens will not come close to the speed I enjoy with the 1.8 primes that I use. But at least while traveling -it takes away the burden of weight and cost of the (more than one pro lens) alternative and the inconvenience of having to change lenses -especially while on a family trip. Some say this is not for a DX camera because it wouldn't be wide enough at the short end, but I think it is just fine for me...I rarely used the widest part of my 18-200 lens - I was mostly wishing I could zoom closer. I'm still planning to get a fast telephoto specifically for birding one day. I'll use this one in the meantime, while I buy a bit of time to gain more money and knowledge before taking that plunge. Sample photos at flickr: [...]
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Reviewed in the United States on November 14, 2010 by P. Hayes
Color: Black
My usual prime lens is the Nikon 24-70mm, and a great piece of glass it is. I also routinely carry the 70-200mm, which is superb. I like to photograph action events - motorsports, roller derby, etc. During the course of an evening at the sprint car races, I shoot maybe 300 frames over a period of four hours, using the 70-200mm, and therein lies the rub. I have a fair amount of arthritis and some accompanying deformation in my left wrist, as well as some mild involvement of my left hand. As great as the 70-200mm is, I get awfully tired of holding it for that long, and also, it hurts. After photographing an event last weekend, I was babying my wrist and hand the following morning and remembered I had in the last few months read a review of a new release of a Nikon 28-300mm, or something like that. I went to Amazon's web site and checked out the features and price of the lens, and also what the reviewers had found to say about it. That information was enough, and I ordered it Monday and received it on Thursday. And it's a great lens at a great price. A real value. Yes, the barrel extends, unlike the 24-70mm and 70-200mm, when you rack it out to 300mm, but even fully extended, it weighs enough less than the 70-200mm that I know I'll be able to shoot with it through an entire evening wihtout discomfort. The quality of the initial photos I've taken with it has been sufficient to convince me that, in addition to using it at events, I'll be making use of it for much of my photography as my prime "walk-around" lens. That said, the predecessor to this lens took a lot of criticism due to the lens' propensity to "creep" out to full extension when carried lens-down on a shoulder-strapped camera. Supposedly, Nikon put effort into this version to cure that problem, but guess what? It still does it. But if it bothers you (and it indeed bothers me) Nikon also has equipped this version with a lock button, which will absolutely prevent the lens over-extendng itself. You just have to remember you've locked the lens when you put the camera to your eye and can't get it off the 28mm setting. No big deal. I still keep the 24-70mm mounted on a camera body in my bulging bag, and because I have no room left for any additonal glass, I've decided to keep the 28-300mm in its case just inside the door of the liquor cabinet, which is just inside the door into the garage. The idea is to keep it handy to grab on the way out to go picture taking, because I just know I'll be using and enjoying it a lot.
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Reviewed in the United States on June 23, 2011 by Cowboy
Color: Black
This lens is a very nice product indeed. I have it paired with a D7000 and the combo is proving very capable. With the range going from 42mm to 450mm on the DX cams it covers an awesome range. At its widest setting the lens is not all that long and when fully zoomed it does double in length but its smooth throughout and seems very sharp. The 28mm lock on the side has also proven handy when pulling this thing out of the bags as they often grip the sides of the lens and will extend the lens in full on the way out when not used. Just hanging around your neck the lens does not move in the slightest though. The A/M focus setting on the side is great, full auto can be overridden anytime whenever you grab the focus ring. I would have liked to see the focus ring position or width changed a bit but it's very usable as is. On the value side of things this lens will save lots of money with all the lenses people will be able to avoid purchasing altogether. In addition you will not have to worry when you're on the way out the door with what lens to bring because you will always have an excellent choice at the tips of your fingers. If you are a fan of wide shooting like me you might consider adding the something like the Nikon 10-24mm which would round out the wide end of things. Toss in a nice prime 35mm or 50mm from Nikon for some low light shots and your all set with a trio of lenses that will be as much as anyone will need outside of the Pro world. Truth be told I have not taken this lens off since it arrived, I have been thrilled with its quality and range. There is nothing like being able to shoot someone or a couple across the table from me and then point the lens over the railing and grab a great telephoto shot the next second. I used to miss shots fumbling around changing lenses but now I am all set no matter what I point at. So if you're looking for a quality lens that is very well rounded and do not mind a little extra weight (actually its extremely comfortable when compared to my 70-300mm as it is a bigger diameter making it fit my paws better) this is the lens for you. I would not be surprised if this lens hit a limited supply status for a while once the public starts the feeding frenzy! Ohhhh I almost forgot... since this lens works on DX and FX you are adding yet another layer of investment protection if you should ever decide to take the jump up to FX.... What's not to like!
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Reviewed in the United States on November 23, 2010 by FishTech
Color: Black
The build quality of the lens feels solid, not dissimilar to the 24-70 and the 70-200. Unlike those two lenses the distortion is much more noticable at the top and bottom of the zoom range. At 28 there is a noticeable curve and significant vignetting, the distortion can be corrected in post processing. At 300 the chromatic aberration is visible, this too can be largely corrected for in post processing. Focusing is fast and mostly accurate, but be prepared to tweak the focus from time to time when AF just will not cooperate. Focusing issues are a more common occurrence with this lens than with the higher end narrower range zooms. The true selling point of this lens is for travel. If I wanted to match this range I need to carry three heavy lenses, or two heavy lenses and a TC. When trying to travel lighter and still have options when shooting this is a good compromise. This is the second copy of this lens I have owned. I bought the last one for the same reason I bought this one, for travel. I sold the previous one because most of the travel I did for a few years was by car, which meant I could carry as much equipment as I wanted. When not traveling light I ended up leaving this lens stashed away unused. The first one was quiet, this second one right out of the box has a whine when auto focusing. If I was not leaving on a trip I would send it back and hope the next one did not have the whine. Despite the noise of the AF drive, the focusing seems to work as it did with the previous lens. The distortion and chromatic aberration are noticable even on the cameras LCD. I am using this lens with a D4s for what it is worth.
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Reviewed in the United States on February 28, 2018 by Douglas W. Taft