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    Nikon Nikkor 50-300 mm f/ 4.5 non-Ai
    Nikon Nikkor 50-300 mm f/ 4.5 non-Ai

    Nikon Nikkor 50-300 mm f/ 4.5 non-Ai

    50–300mm · f/4.5

    Overview

    The Nikon Nikkor 50-300mm f/4.5 non-Ai is a heavy (2.3 kg) superzoom built to high mechanical standards. Its optics are decent at f/11 from 50-135mm but blurry at the sides at 50mm; spherical aberration is strong at f/4.5 but improves by f/8. The lens has a classic manual focus feel but is best used on a tripod due to its weight. It suits photographers who need a versatile telephoto zoom for tripod work and can tolerate its bulk and optical compromises.