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.
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Good forportrait
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
01The Blue Angels Fleet Week San Francisco 2026by billypoonphotos02The Blue Angels Fleet Week San Francisco 2026by billypoonphotos03The Blue Angels Fleet Week San Francisco 2026by billypoonphotos04The Blue Angels Fleet Week San Francisco 2026by billypoonphotos05Sabila y agua (Nikon D3300 DC_0001)by spoualb06Tycho (Nikon D3300 DSC_0002a)by spoualb07Tycho (Nikon D3300 DSC_0003)by spoualb08Luna Creciente (NIkon D3300 DSC_1214)by spoualb09Anhinga, Everglades National Park, Shark Valley Entrance,by alan jackman10White-Eyed Vireo, Everglades National Park, Shark Valley Entrance,by alan jackman11Anhinga, Everglades National Park, Shark Valley Entrance,by alan jackman12Mister Alligator Doing His Thing, Everglades National Park, Homestead Entranceby alan jackman13The USAF Thunderbirds - 2026 California International Airshow, Salinasby billypoonphotos14Anhinga, Everglades National Park, Shark Valley Entrance,by alan jackman15The USAF Thunderbirds - 2026 California International Airshow, Salinasby billypoonphotos16The USAF Thunderbirds - 2026 California International Airshow, Salinasby billypoonphotos17Beware, Everglades National Park, Shark Valley Entrance,by alan jackman18Do You Like Sand and Beaches, Mississippi Gulf Coastby alan jackman19Willet, Mississippi Gulf Coastby alan jackman20DSC_0685aby terencekw