Nikon AF-P DX 70-300mm F4.5-6.3 G VR vs Nikon AF-S DX 55-300mm F4.5-5.6 G ED VR
This is a full comparison between the lenses Nikon AF-P DX 70-300mm F4.5-6.3 G VR and Nikon AF-S DX 55-300mm F4.5-5.6 G ED VR.
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Product |
Nikon AF-P DX 70-300mm F4.5-6.3 G VR |
Nikon AF-S DX 55-300mm F4.5-5.6 G ED VR |
| Name | Nikon AF-P DX 70-300mm F4.5-6.3 G VR | Nikon AF-S DX 55-300mm F4.5-5.6 G ED VR |
| Also known as | Nikon Nikkor AF-P DX 70-300mm F4.5-6.3 G VR | Nikon Nikkor AF-S DX 55-300mm F4.5-5.6 G ED VR |
| Manufacturer | Nikon | Nikon |
| SKU | 20062 | |
Release Date and Price |
Nikon AF-P DX 70-300mm F4.5-6.3 G VR |
Nikon AF-S DX 55-300mm F4.5-5.6 G ED VR |
| Release Year | 2016 | 2010 |
| Release Date | 2016-08-17 | |
| MSRP | N/A | 399 USD |
| Last known price | 396 USD | 0 USD |
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Lens Type |
Nikon AF-P DX 70-300mm F4.5-6.3 G VR |
Nikon AF-S DX 55-300mm F4.5-5.6 G ED VR |
| Lens Type | Telephoto | Telephoto |
| Zoom or Prime | Zoom lens | Zoom lens |
Mount and Compatibility |
Nikon AF-P DX 70-300mm F4.5-6.3 G VR |
Nikon AF-S DX 55-300mm F4.5-5.6 G ED VR |
| Mount | Nikon F | Nikon F |
| Designed for APS-C sensor | Yes | Yes |
Focus |
Nikon AF-P DX 70-300mm F4.5-6.3 G VR |
Nikon AF-S DX 55-300mm F4.5-5.6 G ED VR |
| Autofocus (AF) | Yes | Yes |
| Built-in Autofocus (AF) Motor | Yes | Yes |
| Motor Type | Stepper Motor | No information |
| Focus Method | No information | No information |
| Closest Focusing Distance | 110 cm | 140 cm |
| Maximum Magnification | 0,22 | 3,6 |
Aperture |
Nikon AF-P DX 70-300mm F4.5-6.3 G VR |
Nikon AF-S DX 55-300mm F4.5-5.6 G ED VR |
| Maximum Aperture |
F4,5-6,3
This lens has a variable aperture at different focal lengths. F4,5 at 70 mm F6,3 at 300 mm Variable Aperture |
F4,5-5,6
This lens has a variable aperture at different focal lengths. F4,5 at 55 mm F5,6 at 300 mm Variable Aperture |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | No information |
Optics |
Nikon AF-P DX 70-300mm F4.5-6.3 G VR |
Nikon AF-S DX 55-300mm F4.5-5.6 G ED VR |
| Construction | 14 elements / 10 groups | 17 elements / 11 groups |
| Special Elements/Coatings | 1 ED element + Super Integrated Coating | No information |
Focal Length |
Nikon AF-P DX 70-300mm F4.5-6.3 G VR |
Nikon AF-S DX 55-300mm F4.5-5.6 G ED VR |
| Focal Length | 70-300 mm | 55-300 mm |
| Zoom Range | 230 mm | 245 mm |
| Built-in Teleconverter | No | No |
| Teleconverter Multiplier | N/A | N/A |
| Image Stabilization | Yes |
Yes
VR II |
| Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 4 stops | N/A |
Physical |
Nikon AF-P DX 70-300mm F4.5-6.3 G VR |
Nikon AF-S DX 55-300mm F4.5-5.6 G ED VR |
| Weather Sealing | No | No |
| Diameter | 72 mm | 76 mm |
| Length | 125 mm | 123 mm |
| Weight | 415 gr | 530 gr |
Other |
Nikon AF-P DX 70-300mm F4.5-6.3 G VR |
Nikon AF-S DX 55-300mm F4.5-5.6 G ED VR |
| Filter Type | Filter Thread | Filter Thread |
| Filter Diameter | 58 mm | 58 mm |
| Lens Hood | Included | Included |
| Lens Hood SKU | HB-77 | HB-57 |
| Tripod Collar | N/A | N/A |
| Tripod Collar SKU | N/A | N/A |
