w/Hood【Top Mint】Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 55-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR Lens from Japan#2613

Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 55-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR Telephoto Zoom Lens DX Japan #2613

■ Specifications

• Brand: Nikon
• Model: AF-S NIKKOR 55-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR
• Mount: Nikon F Mount (DX)
• Format: APS-C (DX)
• Focal Length: 55-300mm (Approx. 82.5-450mm equivalent on DX)
• Maximum Aperture: f/4.5-5.6
• Minimum Aperture: f/22-29
• Lens Type: Telephoto Zoom Lens
• Focus Type: Autofocus (AF-S Silent Wave Motor) / Manual Focus
• Image Stabilization: VR (Vibration Reduction)
• Minimum Focus Distance: Approx. 1.4m (4.6 ft)
• Maximum Magnification: Approx. 0.28x
• Filter Size: 58mm
• Optical Construction: 17 Elements in 11 Groups (Including ED elements)
• Aperture Blades: 9 (Rounded)
• Angle of View: 28°50' – 5°20'
• Dimensions: Approx. 76.5 x 123 mm
• Weight: Approx. 530g

■ About This Item

The Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 55-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR is a powerful and versatile telephoto zoom lens designed specifically for Nikon DX-format cameras. Covering a wide focal range from medium telephoto to super telephoto, it is ideal for wildlife, sports, travel, and distant subjects.

Equipped with Nikon’s Silent Wave Motor (AF-S), this lens provides smooth, quiet, and accurate autofocus performance, making it suitable for both still photography and video. The built-in Vibration Reduction (VR) system effectively reduces camera shake, allowing for sharper images even when shooting handheld at longer focal lengths.

The inclusion of ED (Extra-low Dispersion) glass elements helps minimize chromatic aberration and ensures clear, high-contrast images throughout the zoom range. The lens produces pleasing background blur, making it suitable for isolating subjects with a natural telephoto compression effect.

Despite its long reach, the lens remains relatively lightweight and portable, making it a great choice for photographers who need extended zoom capability without carrying heavy professional equipment.

■ Why We Recommend This Lens

As a specialty camera store in Japan, we highly recommend the Nikon AF-S 55-300mm VR for photographers looking to expand their shooting range with a reliable and user-friendly telephoto zoom lens.

One of the key strengths of this lens is its impressive focal range. It allows you to capture subjects that are far away without changing lenses, making it especially useful for travel, wildlife, and outdoor photography. The VR stabilization system significantly improves usability, particularly for beginners or those shooting without a tripod.

Additionally, the lens offers a great balance between performance and portability. It delivers solid image quality while remaining compact enough for everyday carry, making it an excellent upgrade from standard kit lenses.

Whether you are capturing distant landscapes, sports action, or wildlife, this lens provides the reach and flexibility needed to explore new photographic possibilities with confidence.

This is a practical, dependable, and highly versatile telephoto zoom lens that enhances the capabilities of any Nikon DX camera system.