Nikon AF-S 120-300mm F2.8 E FL ED SR VR vs Nikon AF-S 70-300mm F4.5-5.6 G IF-ED VR
This is a full comparison between the lenses Nikon AF-S 120-300mm F2.8 E FL ED SR VR and Nikon AF-S 70-300mm F4.5-5.6 G IF-ED VR .
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Product |
Nikon AF-S 120-300mm F2.8 E FL ED SR VR |
Nikon AF-S 70-300mm F4.5-5.6 G IF-ED VR |
Name | Nikon AF-S 120-300mm F2.8 E FL ED SR VR | Nikon AF-S 70-300mm F4.5-5.6 G IF-ED VR |
Also known as | Nikon Nikkor AF-S 120-300mm F2.8 E FL ED SR VR | Nikon Nikkor AF-S 70-300mm F4.5-5.6 G IF-ED VR |
Manufacturer | Nikon | Nikon |
SKU | 20088 | |
Release Date and Price |
Nikon AF-S 120-300mm F2.8 E FL ED SR VR |
Nikon AF-S 70-300mm F4.5-5.6 G IF-ED VR |
Release Year | 2020 | 2006 |
Release Date | 2020-01-07 | |
MSRP | N/A | 589 USD |
Last known price | 9497 USD | 0 USD |
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Lens Type |
Nikon AF-S 120-300mm F2.8 E FL ED SR VR |
Nikon AF-S 70-300mm F4.5-5.6 G IF-ED VR |
Lens Type | Telephoto | Telephoto |
Zoom or Prime | Zoom lens | Zoom lens |
Mount and Compatibility |
Nikon AF-S 120-300mm F2.8 E FL ED SR VR |
Nikon AF-S 70-300mm F4.5-5.6 G IF-ED VR |
Mount | Nikon F | Nikon F |
Designed for APS-C sensor | No (Suitable for all sensors) | No (Suitable for all sensors) |
Focus |
Nikon AF-S 120-300mm F2.8 E FL ED SR VR |
Nikon AF-S 70-300mm F4.5-5.6 G IF-ED VR |
Autofocus (AF) | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Autofocus (AF) Motor | Yes | Yes |
Motor Type | Ring-Type Ultrasonic | No information |
Focus Method | No information | No information |
Closest Focusing Distance | 200 cm | 150 cm |
Maximum Magnification | 0,16 | |
Aperture |
Nikon AF-S 120-300mm F2.8 E FL ED SR VR |
Nikon AF-S 70-300mm F4.5-5.6 G IF-ED VR |
Maximum Aperture | F2,8 |
F4,5-5,6
This lens has a variable aperture at different focal lengths. F4,5 at 70 mm F5,6 at 300 mm Variable Aperture |
Diaphragm Blades | 9 | No information |
Optics |
Nikon AF-S 120-300mm F2.8 E FL ED SR VR |
Nikon AF-S 70-300mm F4.5-5.6 G IF-ED VR |
Construction | 25 elements / 19 groups | 17 elements / 12 groups |
Special Elements/Coatings | ED, fluorite and SR elements + Nano Crystal and Arneo coatings | No information |
Focal Length |
Nikon AF-S 120-300mm F2.8 E FL ED SR VR |
Nikon AF-S 70-300mm F4.5-5.6 G IF-ED VR |
Focal Length | 120-300 mm | 70-300 mm |
Zoom Range | 180 mm | 230 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-S 120-300mm F2.8 E FL ED SR VR |
Nikon AF-S 70-300mm F4.5-5.6 G IF-ED VR |
Weather Sealing | Yes | No |
Diameter | 128 mm | 80 mm |
Length | 304 mm | 143 mm |
Weight | 3250 gr | 725 gr |
Other |
Nikon AF-S 120-300mm F2.8 E FL ED SR VR |
Nikon AF-S 70-300mm F4.5-5.6 G IF-ED VR |
Filter Type | Filter Thread | Filter Thread |
Filter Diameter | 112 mm | 67 mm |
Lens Hood | Included | Included |
Lens Hood SKU | HK-41 | HB-15 |
Tripod Collar | Included | N/A |
Tripod Collar SKU | N/A | N/A |