Click to enlarge Click to view lens specs		High-performance telephoto with SWM, VR II and Nano Crystal Coat 2009 Release Link to microsite

Main Features

• Vibration Reduction (VR II) enables sharper pictures while shooting at shutter speeds up to four stops slower than would otherwise be possible
• Three focus modes are available — A/M mode is added to conventional M/A and M modes
• Nano Crystal Coat effectively suppresses ghosting and flare for clear images
• Silent Wave Motor (SWM) ensures smooth and quiet AF operation

Specifications

Focal length		300mm
Maximum aperture		f/2.8
Minimum aperture		f/22
Lens construction		11 elements in 8 groups (with 3 ED glass elements and Nano Crystal Coat)
Picture angle		8°10’ (5°20’ with Nikon DX format)
Closest focusing distance		2.3 m/7.5 ft. in AF mode; 2.2 m/7.2 ft. in MF mode
Maximum reproduction ratio		0.16x
No. of diaphragm blades		9 (rounded)
Filter/attachment size		52mm
Diameter x length (extension from lens mount)		Approximately 124 x 267.5 mm/4.9 x 10.5 in.
Weight		Approximately 2,900 g/6.4 lb.
Supplied accessories		Slip-on Front Lens Cap, Rear Lens Cap LF-1, Lens Hood HK-30, Semi-soft Case CL-L1, Dedicated filter holder, 52mm Screw-on NC Filter, Strap LN-1

MTF Chart

Spatial Frequencies S: Sagittal M: Meridional 10 lines/mm 30 lines/mm

How to read the MTF chart

Lens Construction

: Aspherical lens elements	: Super ED glass elements
: ED glass elements