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    Nikon AF-S Nikkor 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6G VR
    Nikon AF-S Nikkor 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6G VR

    Nikon AF-S Nikkor 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6G VR

    70–300mm · f/4.5–5.6

    Overview

    The Nikon AF-S Nikkor 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6G VR is a lightweight, affordable telephoto zoom ideal for travel and handheld shooting, thanks to its VR II stabilization. Optically, it delivers good sharpness when stopped down to f/8, but performance drops at 300mm, and vignetting and chromatic aberration can occur wide open. Build quality is plasticky with a metal mount; the zoom ring is large but stiff, and the tiny focus ring hinders manual focus. It suits sports, nature, and wildlife photographers on a budget who prioritize portability over ruggedness.