Nikon Nikkor AF-S DX 55-300 mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR
Nikon Aug 2010
Nikon APS-C

Nikon Nikkor AF-S DX 55-300 mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR

This is a APS-C zoom lens for Nikon F, covering 55-300 mm and a maximum aperture of f/4.5-5.6. Released in 2010, it weighs 530 g and includes optical stabilization. That combination suits portrait photography.

It is a zoom lens designed for APS-C cameras. This short telephoto-to-super-telephoto zoom lens features a f/4.5-5.6 maximum aperture, making it ideal for portrait, street, events, sports, wildlife. The optical design incorporates 17 elements / 11 groups, ensuring sharp image quality and minimal distortion. Despite its robust professional construction, the lens delivers exceptional optical performance.

f/4.5-5.6
Aperture
55–300mm
Focal
530 g
Weight
Aug 2010
Released
Nikon site

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Good for portrait
Street Events Sports Wildlife
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Specification

Manufacturer data
Focal length
55-300 mm
Maximum aperture
f/4.5-5.6
Minimum aperture
f/29
Number of diaphragm blades
9
Optical construction
17 elements / 11 groups
Minimum focusing distance
1.4 m (55.12 inches)
Filter size
58 mm
Lens mount
Nikon F
Dimensions
76.5 x 123 mm
Weight
530 g (18.70 oz)
Lens type
Zoom lens
Image stabilization
Yes
Max Format size
APS-C
Aperture ring
No
Weather sealing
No
Usage
Portrait, Street, Events, Sports, Wildlife

Wide open at 2 m, background blur ≈ 49% of the frame width

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Sample frames

Shot on the Nikon Nikkor AF-S DX 55-300 mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR
The Blue Angels Fleet Week San Francisco 2026
01 The Blue Angels Fleet Week San Francisco 2026 by billypoonphotos
The Blue Angels Fleet Week San Francisco 2026
02 The Blue Angels Fleet Week San Francisco 2026 by billypoonphotos
The Blue Angels Fleet Week San Francisco 2026
03 The Blue Angels Fleet Week San Francisco 2026 by billypoonphotos
The Blue Angels Fleet Week San Francisco 2026
04 The Blue Angels Fleet Week San Francisco 2026 by billypoonphotos
Sabila y agua (Nikon D3300 DC_0001)
05 Sabila y agua (Nikon D3300 DC_0001) by spoualb
Tycho (Nikon D3300 DSC_0002a)
06 Tycho (Nikon D3300 DSC_0002a) by spoualb
Tycho (Nikon D3300 DSC_0003)
07 Tycho (Nikon D3300 DSC_0003) by spoualb
Luna Creciente (NIkon D3300 DSC_1214)
08 Luna Creciente (NIkon D3300 DSC_1214) by spoualb
Anhinga, Everglades National Park, Shark Valley Entrance,
09 Anhinga, Everglades National Park, Shark Valley Entrance, by alan jackman
White-Eyed Vireo, Everglades National Park, Shark Valley Entrance,
10 White-Eyed Vireo, Everglades National Park, Shark Valley Entrance, by alan jackman
Anhinga, Everglades National Park, Shark Valley Entrance,
11 Anhinga, Everglades National Park, Shark Valley Entrance, by alan jackman
Mister Alligator Doing His Thing, Everglades National Park, Homestead Entrance
12 Mister Alligator Doing His Thing, Everglades National Park, Homestead Entrance by alan jackman
The USAF Thunderbirds - 2026 California International Airshow, Salinas
13 The USAF Thunderbirds - 2026 California International Airshow, Salinas by billypoonphotos
Anhinga, Everglades National Park, Shark Valley Entrance,
14 Anhinga, Everglades National Park, Shark Valley Entrance, by alan jackman
The USAF Thunderbirds - 2026 California International Airshow, Salinas
15 The USAF Thunderbirds - 2026 California International Airshow, Salinas by billypoonphotos
The USAF Thunderbirds - 2026 California International Airshow, Salinas
16 The USAF Thunderbirds - 2026 California International Airshow, Salinas by billypoonphotos
Beware, Everglades National Park, Shark Valley Entrance,
17 Beware, Everglades National Park, Shark Valley Entrance, by alan jackman
Do You Like Sand and Beaches, Mississippi Gulf Coast
18 Do You Like Sand and Beaches, Mississippi Gulf Coast by alan jackman
Willet, Mississippi Gulf Coast
19 Willet, Mississippi Gulf Coast by alan jackman
DSC_0685a
20 DSC_0685a by terencekw
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Video reviews

3 on YouTube
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